First-Gen 5k
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Ocala, Florida
- Price $44.29
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the 2nd Annual First Gen 5K Run for Opportunity on Saturday, August 8th, 2026! Taking place at the scenic Baseline Road Trailhead in Ocala, Marion, this exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM and is designed to celebrate and support first-generation students.
Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or simply looking to enjoy a day out with family and friends, this race welcomes everyone. Participants can look forward to official chip timing, finisher medals, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, refreshments, and race-day photos. Awards will be presented to the top finishers, including cash prizes for overall winners and Masters categories. Best of all, every step you take supports the First Generation Foundation and local initiatives that empower first-generation students in the community. Join us for a memorable day of health, opportunity, and connection!
Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or simply looking to enjoy a day out with family and friends, this race welcomes everyone. Participants can look forward to official chip timing, finisher medals, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, refreshments, and race-day photos. Awards will be presented to the top finishers, including cash prizes for overall winners and Masters categories. Best of all, every step you take supports the First Generation Foundation and local initiatives that empower first-generation students in the community. Join us for a memorable day of health, opportunity, and connection!
Organiser's Description
First Gen 5K
Run for Opportunity. Grow Together.
Join us on August 8th at 8:00 AM at Baseline Road Trailhead for the 2nd Annual First Gen 5K, a community-driven race created to celebrate and support first-generation students.
More than just a race, the First Gen 5K brings together runners, students, families, local businesses, and community members through health, opportunity, and connection.
Whether youre chasing a PR, running with friends, or simply coming out to be part of the community, this race is for everyone. With chip timing, finisher medals, music, race-day photos, awards, refreshments, and a great race-day atmosphere, were excited to bring everyone together for another year.
Overall Awards
The overall male winner and overall female winner will each receive a $50 Fit2Run gift card.
The 2nd and 3rd place overall male and female finishers will also receive prizes.
Masters Awards (40+)
Awards will be presented to the male and female Masters winners, as well as the male and female Masters runner-ups.
Every step supports our mission of creating opportunity and bringing the community together.
Proceeds from this event will support the First Generation Foundation, the Vida Valiente Foundation, and local initiatives benefiting first-generation students in our community.
Race Includes
Official chip timing
Live race results
Finisher medal for participants who complete the race
First Gen 5K race shirt
Awards and prizes for top finishers
Sponsor and vendor presence
Race-day photos
Music
Coffee and water
Drinks available before, during, and after the race
Run for Opportunity. Grow Together.
Join us on August 8th at 8:00 AM at Baseline Road Trailhead for the 2nd Annual First Gen 5K, a community-driven race created to celebrate and support first-generation students.
More than just a race, the First Gen 5K brings together runners, students, families, local businesses, and community members through health, opportunity, and connection.
Whether youre chasing a PR, running with friends, or simply coming out to be part of the community, this race is for everyone. With chip timing, finisher medals, music, race-day photos, awards, refreshments, and a great race-day atmosphere, were excited to bring everyone together for another year.
Overall Awards
The overall male winner and overall female winner will each receive a $50 Fit2Run gift card.
The 2nd and 3rd place overall male and female finishers will also receive prizes.
Masters Awards (40+)
Awards will be presented to the male and female Masters winners, as well as the male and female Masters runner-ups.
Every step supports our mission of creating opportunity and bringing the community together.
Proceeds from this event will support the First Generation Foundation, the Vida Valiente Foundation, and local initiatives benefiting first-generation students in our community.
Race Includes
Official chip timing
Live race results
Finisher medal for participants who complete the race
First Gen 5K race shirt
Awards and prizes for top finishers
Sponsor and vendor presence
Race-day photos
Music
Coffee and water
Drinks available before, during, and after the race
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Free First-Gen 5k Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$44.29
CLOSED
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4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, 34480, FL, United States
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