Downtown Melbourne 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 21st March 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Melbourne, Florida
- Price $38.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Downtown Melbourne 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in the vibrant city of Melbourne, Brevard. This exciting event is not just about running; it's also a heartfelt initiative where proceeds benefit The Haven for Children, a vital residential and therapeutic home for children in need.
Participants can look forward to an early packet pickup and registration on Friday, March 20, from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM at Running Zone. On race day, the excitement kicks off at 6:30 AM with packet pickup and registration, leading up to the thrilling 5K start at 7:30 AM. With individual awards for the top overall male and female runners, as well as age group categories, there's something for everyone! Whether you're an experienced runner or a family looking for a fun outing, don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to support a great cause and enjoy a beautiful day outdoors. Sign up early to secure your spot and take advantage of discounted fees!
Participants can look forward to an early packet pickup and registration on Friday, March 20, from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM at Running Zone. On race day, the excitement kicks off at 6:30 AM with packet pickup and registration, leading up to the thrilling 5K start at 7:30 AM. With individual awards for the top overall male and female runners, as well as age group categories, there's something for everyone! Whether you're an experienced runner or a family looking for a fun outing, don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to support a great cause and enjoy a beautiful day outdoors. Sign up early to secure your spot and take advantage of discounted fees!
Organiser's Description
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HAVEN FOR CHILDREN, A RESIDENTIAL AND THERAPEUTIC HOME FOR CHILDREN REMOVED FROM THEIR FAMILIES DUE TO ABUSE, NEGLECT, OR ABANDONMENT.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION:
FRIDAY, MARCH 20TH FROM 10:00 AM TO 6:30 PM AT RUNNING ZONE (3696 N WICKHAM ROAD, MELBOURNE, FL 32935)
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
6:30 AM: PACKET PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION BEGINS
7:15 AM: PACKET PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION ENDS
7:30 AM: 5K START!
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS:
TOP 3 OVERALL M & F
TOP MASTERS (40+) M & F
AGE GROUPS (TOP 3 M & F): 8 & UNDER, 9-11, 12-14, 15 -19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
FEES:
ADULT: $35 THROUGH 3/1 ($40 3/2 TO RACE DAY)
CHILD (12 & UNDER): $30 THROUGH 3/1 ($35 3/2 TO RACE DAY)
EARLY PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION:
FRIDAY, MARCH 20TH FROM 10:00 AM TO 6:30 PM AT RUNNING ZONE (3696 N WICKHAM ROAD, MELBOURNE, FL 32935)
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
6:30 AM: PACKET PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION BEGINS
7:15 AM: PACKET PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION ENDS
7:30 AM: 5K START!
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS:
TOP 3 OVERALL M & F
TOP MASTERS (40+) M & F
AGE GROUPS (TOP 3 M & F): 8 & UNDER, 9-11, 12-14, 15 -19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
FEES:
ADULT: $35 THROUGH 3/1 ($40 3/2 TO RACE DAY)
CHILD (12 & UNDER): $30 THROUGH 3/1 ($35 3/2 TO RACE DAY)
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$38.50
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