Night Runners WPB Pride 5K Run/Walk

The PRIDE 5K RUN/WALK PRESENTED BY NIGHT RUNNERS WPB will be an LGBTQ+ celebration that encompasses family fun and community unity through running and walking. The race will take place on Saturday, June 08, 2024 at 6:30 PM in West Palm Beach, Florida. All registered participants will receive a limited edition shirt_^_ and unique event finisher medal!

_^ Guarantee your shirt size by registering no later than May 08, 2024 12:00 AM._

VITA NOVA INC. has been selected as the benefiting charity for this event!

Vita Nova Inc., a non-profit, is a safe bridge to independence for former foster care, LGBTQ+ and other homeless youth through supportive housing, education, employment, and life skills training. You can learn more about the organization at www.VitaNovaInc.org

PRIDE HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO

The 2024 Pride 5K Run/Walk will host local businesses and non-profits at our Health & Wellness Expo from 5PM - 9PM on Saturday, June 08, 2024, at the Nancy M. Graham Centennial Square in Downtown West Palm Beach. Show your Pride, while interacting with over twenty local businesses, non-profits, and food trucks.
NOTE: The expo portion of the event is open to the public and not exclusive to participants of the Pride 5K. Invite your friends & family (no RSVP/Registration required).

EARLY PACKET PICKUP*:

_WEDNESDAY, JUNE 05, 2024
Orangetheory Fitness West Palm Beach
1900 Okeechobee Blvd. Unit A-1
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM___

__PACKET PICKUP AT EVENT*:

Race Day packet pickup will be available 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM.

*_Packet Pickup Requirements:_
You are required to show photo ID at packet pickup. If picking up for someone else, please have a photo of their ID as well.

PARKING:

The City of West Palm Beach offers paid street parking and paid parking garages. We encourage participants and volunteers to carpool or utilize rideshare services. Parking will not be available on N. Flagler Dr. nor Banyan Blvd. near the event site.

RESULTS AND AWARDS:

*1st Overall Male, Female, & Non-Binary
*Top Three Age Category Winners for Male, Female, and Non-Binary (Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+)
*All winners will be listed on the www.NightRunnersWPB.com site!

WE WILL ALSO HAVE 30+ ADDITIONAL AWARDS FOR SURPRISE CATEGORIES!

VIRTUAL 5K:

Night Runners WPB is offering a Virtual 5K option for those who are unable to join us in-person. Virtual participants can run/walk a 5K outside or on a treadmill. Simply complete a 5K (3.1 miles) from June 07, 2023 through June 09, 2023 and follow text/email instructions to submit your finish time and photo. All virtual participants will receive a finisher medal and tank by mail. Virtual participants will not be eligible for awards; however, top finishers will be acknowledged on www.NightRunnersWPB.com.

FAQ:

Is the event in-person? - Yes. We are back and ready to run with you!

Is the event timed? - Yes! The event will be chip timed with disposable race bibs by AccuChip Timing Services, allowing for results online immediately following the event.

Can I walk the event? - Of course! The 5K (3.1 miles) event is open to all walkers, joggers, and runners; whether competing or just having fun. All participants must be at the finish line by 8:00 PM (course time 1 hour 30 minutes).

Will there be water stations on the route? - We will have a water station on the course and at the finish to help keep you hydrated.

What if the weather is uncooperative? - This is a rain or shine event. We may delay the start of the 5K if weather conditions require us to; however, you should plan to run/walk wet or dry.

What hashtags should I use for social media? - We received this question from a lot of participants last year! Feel free to include #NightRunnersWPB, #TeamNRWPB, #Pride5K, #VitaNova, and #RunProud when sharing on social media.