Love on the Run 5K
- Date Sat 14th February 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2nd Annual Love on the Run 5K, taking place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Punta Gorda, Charlotte! This vibrant event is the perfect way to celebrate Valentine's Day, offering a scenic 5K run/walk that combines fitness with fun. The race kicks off at 8:00 a.m. at Bluebird Park, where you can enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with post-race snacks, awards, and the chance to win age group prizes.
Participants can expect a well-organized race experience with chip timing, ample parking, and water stations to keep you hydrated. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun outing with friends and family, this event welcomes everyone, including furry friends on leashes and participants with strollers. Don't forget to register early and secure your commemorative shirt by February 5! Join us for a day of love, laughter, and community spirit at the Love on the Run 5K!
Participants can expect a well-organized race experience with chip timing, ample parking, and water stations to keep you hydrated. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun outing with friends and family, this event welcomes everyone, including furry friends on leashes and participants with strollers. Don't forget to register early and secure your commemorative shirt by February 5! Join us for a day of love, laughter, and community spirit at the Love on the Run 5K!
Organiser's Description
BABCOCK RANCH IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE OUR 2ND ANNUAL LOVE ON THE RUN 5K RUN/WALK. THE LOVE ON THE RUN 5K RUN/WALK AT BABCOCK RANCH IS A PERFECT WAY TO CELEBRATE VALENTINES DAY, COMBINING A SCENIC COURSE WITH A FUN, FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE.
THE SHIRT CUTOFF DATE IS FEBRUARY 5, 2026. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THIS DATE.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Thursday, February 12th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, February 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
PICKUP LOCATION: Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42911 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free ample parking is available near the starting area.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. at Bluebird Park, 16050 Babcock Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., cost is $40.00.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m.
POST-RACE SNACKS AND AWARDS WILL BE PROVIDED. BATHROOMS AND WATER STATIONS WILL BE LOCATED AT THE START AND FINISH AREAS, AND THE WATER STOP WILL ALSO BE AT THE HALFWAY MARK.
AWARDS:
AGE GROUP AWARDS ARE BASED ON OFF-CHIP TIME. THERE WILL BE OVERALL AWARDS AND FINISHER MEDALS.
ACTUAL AWARDS:
1ST PLACE OVERALL AWARDS: MALE & FEMALE.
1ST PLACE MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS, SENIOR GRAND MASTERS: MALE & FEMALE
IN-PERSON AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE M/F 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, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: YES, THE 5K IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING. [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
Q: IS THERE AN UNTIMED FUN RUN?
A: YES, THE UNTIMED FUN RUN WILL START WITH THE TIMED 5K..
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE SURFACE LIKE?
A: THE COURSE IS PAVED ROADS AND SIDEWALKS.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YOU MAY RUN WITH YOUR DOG, BUT YOU ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR DOG. YOUR PET MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES AND UP TO DATE ON VACCINATIONS. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR POOCH. PARTICIPANTS WITH DOGS WILL START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE? COURSE MAP COMING SOON.
A: YES. PARTICIPANTS WITH STROLLERS MUST START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: IS THE COURSE GOOD FOR SPECTATORS?
A: YES.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RACE, PLEASE CONTACT:
LIZ OGLE - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7191
EMAIL: [email protected]
THE SHIRT CUTOFF DATE IS FEBRUARY 5, 2026. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THIS DATE.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Thursday, February 12th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, February 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
PICKUP LOCATION: Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42911 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free ample parking is available near the starting area.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. at Bluebird Park, 16050 Babcock Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., cost is $40.00.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m.
POST-RACE SNACKS AND AWARDS WILL BE PROVIDED. BATHROOMS AND WATER STATIONS WILL BE LOCATED AT THE START AND FINISH AREAS, AND THE WATER STOP WILL ALSO BE AT THE HALFWAY MARK.
AWARDS:
AGE GROUP AWARDS ARE BASED ON OFF-CHIP TIME. THERE WILL BE OVERALL AWARDS AND FINISHER MEDALS.
ACTUAL AWARDS:
1ST PLACE OVERALL AWARDS: MALE & FEMALE.
1ST PLACE MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS, SENIOR GRAND MASTERS: MALE & FEMALE
IN-PERSON AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE M/F 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, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: YES, THE 5K IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING. [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
Q: IS THERE AN UNTIMED FUN RUN?
A: YES, THE UNTIMED FUN RUN WILL START WITH THE TIMED 5K..
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE SURFACE LIKE?
A: THE COURSE IS PAVED ROADS AND SIDEWALKS.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YOU MAY RUN WITH YOUR DOG, BUT YOU ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR DOG. YOUR PET MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES AND UP TO DATE ON VACCINATIONS. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR POOCH. PARTICIPANTS WITH DOGS WILL START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE? COURSE MAP COMING SOON.
A: YES. PARTICIPANTS WITH STROLLERS MUST START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: IS THE COURSE GOOD FOR SPECTATORS?
A: YES.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RACE, PLEASE CONTACT:
LIZ OGLE - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7191
EMAIL: [email protected]
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