Life Distance, 5k and Fun Run
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Past event
3:00 PM EST
Palatka, Florida
$16.90–$54.00 · 4 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Life Distance, 5K, and Fun Run event on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the beautiful Palatka, Florida! This uplifting race day will take place at Coventry Oaks Farm, kicking off at 3:00 PM. Participants can choose from a thrilling 5K race or the Rice Creek Ramble, both of which feature stunning out-and-back courses along the scenic Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail. With water stops along the way, runners can enjoy a refreshing experience while supporting a great cause.
Not only will you be pushing your limits and enjoying the great outdoors, but your participation directly benefits A Women's Resource Center, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing unplanned pregnancies. Entry fees vary, with the 5K costing $35 before December 31 and the Rice Creek Ramble at $45. All events include a delicious BBQ chicken dinner, and participants can look forward to exciting post-race festivities featuring live music. Don't miss out on the chance to earn awards for top finishers in various age groups and celebrate an event filled with hope and community spirit!
Not only will you be pushing your limits and enjoying the great outdoors, but your participation directly benefits A Women's Resource Center, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing unplanned pregnancies. Entry fees vary, with the 5K costing $35 before December 31 and the Rice Creek Ramble at $45. All events include a delicious BBQ chicken dinner, and participants can look forward to exciting post-race festivities featuring live music. Don't miss out on the chance to earn awards for top finishers in various age groups and celebrate an event filled with hope and community spirit!
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Races
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Rice Creek Ramble (6.8 Miles) *includes BBQ chicken dinner*
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed3:00 PM EST
$54.00
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Pray Like Bay 5k *includes BBQ chicken dinner*
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed3:00 PM EST
$43.40
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Fun Run and Walk (1 Mile) *includes BBQ chicken dinner*
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed3:00 PM EST
$38.10
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Meal only
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Entries closed3:00 PM EST
$16.90
Organiser's description
LIFE DISTANCE AND 5K
BENEFICIARY
Proceeds from the race will benefit A Women's Resource Center. AWRC is an interdenominational evangelical ministry that serves women and men in unplanned pregnancies, including offering limited ultrasounds; shares the love and hope of salvation through Jesus Christ; promotes adoption as a viable option; provides peer counseling and Bible Study for post-abortive women; provides material services for people in need; offers abstinence programs for area youth and communication training for parents of adolescents. Every day, AWRC reaches out to women and their families in our community facing the overwhelming uncertainty of an unplanned pregnancy.
WHEN
Saturday, January 17, 2026 - 3:00 PM
WHERE
Coventry Oaks Farm
104 Springside Cutoff Road
Palatka, Florida 32177
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- Race day packet pick up / registration: Saturday, January 17th from 12:00 - 3:00 PM
- All Races begin at 3:00 PM
ENTRY FEES
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee before December 31 - $45
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee from January 1 - 19 - $50
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee race day - $65
- 5K entry fee before December 31 - $35
- 5K entry fee from January 1 - 19 - $40
- 5K entry fee race day - $45
- Fun Run and Walk - $30
- Meal only - $15 (Day of meals subject to availability)
***ALL EVENTS INCLUDE OUR SIGNATURE BBQ CHICKEN DINNER***
In the event of inclement weather, emergency, or natural disaster, AWRC and RaceSmith reserves the right to cancel or postpone the race. In the event of cancellation or postponement, there will be no refunds.
COURSES
Both the Rice Creek Ramble and 5K are out and back courses along the new, beautiful, paved and shaded Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail. Water stops will be available throughout the course.
AMENITIES
Amenities will include: T-shirt, finisher's medal, and post-race meal of 1/4 BBQ chicken/sides/drink. Availability and size of shirts are only guaranteed to those who register by January 1, 2026. We will also have live music for the post race festivities.
AWARDS
Awards will be given for both the Rice Creek Ramble and 5K. Overall Male and Female finishers and the top overall runners in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and older.
RACE TIMING AND SCORING
The race will be professionally timed and scored by Hasselmania Productions LLC The race will be timed using disposable, electronic tags attached to the bib number. Please wear your bib number to the front, pinned at all four corners, visible, and unaltered. Printed results will be posted at the race site and live online during the race at www.RaceSmith.com http://www.RaceSmith.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Email: [email protected]
BENEFICIARY
Proceeds from the race will benefit A Women's Resource Center. AWRC is an interdenominational evangelical ministry that serves women and men in unplanned pregnancies, including offering limited ultrasounds; shares the love and hope of salvation through Jesus Christ; promotes adoption as a viable option; provides peer counseling and Bible Study for post-abortive women; provides material services for people in need; offers abstinence programs for area youth and communication training for parents of adolescents. Every day, AWRC reaches out to women and their families in our community facing the overwhelming uncertainty of an unplanned pregnancy.
WHEN
Saturday, January 17, 2026 - 3:00 PM
WHERE
Coventry Oaks Farm
104 Springside Cutoff Road
Palatka, Florida 32177
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- Race day packet pick up / registration: Saturday, January 17th from 12:00 - 3:00 PM
- All Races begin at 3:00 PM
ENTRY FEES
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee before December 31 - $45
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee from January 1 - 19 - $50
- Rice Creek Ramble entry fee race day - $65
- 5K entry fee before December 31 - $35
- 5K entry fee from January 1 - 19 - $40
- 5K entry fee race day - $45
- Fun Run and Walk - $30
- Meal only - $15 (Day of meals subject to availability)
***ALL EVENTS INCLUDE OUR SIGNATURE BBQ CHICKEN DINNER***
In the event of inclement weather, emergency, or natural disaster, AWRC and RaceSmith reserves the right to cancel or postpone the race. In the event of cancellation or postponement, there will be no refunds.
COURSES
Both the Rice Creek Ramble and 5K are out and back courses along the new, beautiful, paved and shaded Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail. Water stops will be available throughout the course.
AMENITIES
Amenities will include: T-shirt, finisher's medal, and post-race meal of 1/4 BBQ chicken/sides/drink. Availability and size of shirts are only guaranteed to those who register by January 1, 2026. We will also have live music for the post race festivities.
AWARDS
Awards will be given for both the Rice Creek Ramble and 5K. Overall Male and Female finishers and the top overall runners in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and older.
RACE TIMING AND SCORING
The race will be professionally timed and scored by Hasselmania Productions LLC The race will be timed using disposable, electronic tags attached to the bib number. Please wear your bib number to the front, pinned at all four corners, visible, and unaltered. Printed results will be posted at the race site and live online during the race at www.RaceSmith.com http://www.RaceSmith.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Email: [email protected]
Location
104 Springside Cutoff Road, Palatka, 32177, FL, United States
Life Distance, 5k and Fun Run
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