Pink Glow 5K
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 7:30PM EDT
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to shine and support a great cause at the Pink Glow 5K on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in Punta Gorda, Florida! This vibrant event, part of the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, will take place at Founders Square in Babcock Ranch, kicking off with check-in at 6:30 PM. The evening will feature a professionally chip-timed 5K run/walk, where participants of all ages can join in the fun—strollers and leashed dogs are welcome too!
Participants will enjoy an inspiring opening ceremony at 7:30 PM, followed by the race. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun night out, this event promises a festive atmosphere. Be sure to register early to secure your race shirt, and stick around for the awards ceremony honoring top finishers in various categories. With post-race refreshments and water stations to keep you hydrated, the Pink Glow 5K is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community, resilience, and hope. Don’t miss your chance to glow pink for a cause that matters!
Participants will enjoy an inspiring opening ceremony at 7:30 PM, followed by the race. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun night out, this event promises a festive atmosphere. Be sure to register early to secure your race shirt, and stick around for the awards ceremony honoring top finishers in various categories. With post-race refreshments and water stations to keep you hydrated, the Pink Glow 5K is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community, resilience, and hope. Don’t miss your chance to glow pink for a cause that matters!
Organiser's Description
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER OF SWFL: GLOW PINK 5K
DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2025
LOCATION: FOUNDERS SQUARE, BABCOCK RANCH | 42850 CRESCENT LOOP, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
TIME: 6:30 PM - CHECK IN BEGINS
7:00 PM - SURVIVOR/THRIVER PHOTO AT THE PINK CHAIR
7:30 PM - OPENING CEREMONY, WALK TO FOLLOW
STROLLERS AND LEASHED DOGS ARE PERMITTED AND MUST START IN THE BACK OF THE START LINE.
5K RUN/WALK IS A PROFESSIONALLY CHIP-TIMED TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING. THERE IS NO TIME CAP.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP DATE/TIME: OCTOBER 2, 2025, FROM 8 AM- 6 PM & OCTOBER 3, 2025 FROM 8 AM - 6 PM. BABCOCK RANCH LIFESTYLE OFFICE, 42911 LAKE BABCOCK DRIVE, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
SHIRT CUTOFF DATE: SEPTEMBER 16, 2025. IF YOU REGISTER AFTER 9/16/24, YOU ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT. ANY EXTRA SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP: 6:15 PM TO 7:15 PM. 5K COST IS $40.00. WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS ARE ACCEPTABLE ON THE DAY OF THE RACE. ONLY CREDIT CARDS OR APPLE PAY. CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED.
AGE-BASED PRICING: APPLIES TO BOTH EVENTS. $20.00 FOR 18 YEARS OLD AND UNDER.
AWARDS: THERE WILL BE AN IN-PERSON AWARDS CEREMONY. AWARDS/SHIRTS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED TO PARTICIPANTS. IF YOU DON'T STAY FOR YOUR AWARD, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COORDINATING WITH BABCOCK RANCH ON WHEN YOU WILL PICK IT UP.
OVERALL AWARDS TO THE MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES - 1ST PLACE OVERALL. MASTERS (40+), GRAND MASTERS (50+), SENIOR GRAND MASTERS (60+), VETERAN GRAND MASTERS (70+). THESE ARE THE RUNNERS WHO CROSS THE FINISH LINE FIRST IN THE RESPECTIVE CATEGORY. AGE GROUP AWARDS: TOP 3 M/F FINISHERS IN EACH AGE CATEGORY, 9 & 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+
LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS APPLY. CONTACT [email protected] IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.
WATER STATIONS: LOCATED AT THE HALFWAY MARK ON THE COURSE AND AT THE END OF THE FINISH LINE.
REST ROOMS: LOCATED NEXT TO THE START LINE.
PARKING: FREE PARKING IS AVAILABLE IN PARKING AREAS NEAR FOUNDER'S SQUARE.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: YES, THE 5K IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE?
A: COURSE MAP COMING SOON.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YOU MAY RUN WITH YOUR DOG, BUT YOU ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR DOG. LEASHES MUST BE NO MORE THAN 6 FEET AND NOT RETRACTABLE. DOGS MUST BE CURRENT ON SHOTS. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR POOCH.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YES.
RACE CONTACT INFO
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RACE, PLEASE CONTACT:
BRITTANY PINHO - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7253 OR 941.676.7191
EMAIL: [email protected]
DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2025
LOCATION: FOUNDERS SQUARE, BABCOCK RANCH | 42850 CRESCENT LOOP, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
TIME: 6:30 PM - CHECK IN BEGINS
7:00 PM - SURVIVOR/THRIVER PHOTO AT THE PINK CHAIR
7:30 PM - OPENING CEREMONY, WALK TO FOLLOW
STROLLERS AND LEASHED DOGS ARE PERMITTED AND MUST START IN THE BACK OF THE START LINE.
5K RUN/WALK IS A PROFESSIONALLY CHIP-TIMED TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING. THERE IS NO TIME CAP.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP DATE/TIME: OCTOBER 2, 2025, FROM 8 AM- 6 PM & OCTOBER 3, 2025 FROM 8 AM - 6 PM. BABCOCK RANCH LIFESTYLE OFFICE, 42911 LAKE BABCOCK DRIVE, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
SHIRT CUTOFF DATE: SEPTEMBER 16, 2025. IF YOU REGISTER AFTER 9/16/24, YOU ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT. ANY EXTRA SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP: 6:15 PM TO 7:15 PM. 5K COST IS $40.00. WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS ARE ACCEPTABLE ON THE DAY OF THE RACE. ONLY CREDIT CARDS OR APPLE PAY. CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED.
AGE-BASED PRICING: APPLIES TO BOTH EVENTS. $20.00 FOR 18 YEARS OLD AND UNDER.
AWARDS: THERE WILL BE AN IN-PERSON AWARDS CEREMONY. AWARDS/SHIRTS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED TO PARTICIPANTS. IF YOU DON'T STAY FOR YOUR AWARD, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COORDINATING WITH BABCOCK RANCH ON WHEN YOU WILL PICK IT UP.
OVERALL AWARDS TO THE MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES - 1ST PLACE OVERALL. MASTERS (40+), GRAND MASTERS (50+), SENIOR GRAND MASTERS (60+), VETERAN GRAND MASTERS (70+). THESE ARE THE RUNNERS WHO CROSS THE FINISH LINE FIRST IN THE RESPECTIVE CATEGORY. AGE GROUP AWARDS: TOP 3 M/F FINISHERS IN EACH AGE CATEGORY, 9 & 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+
LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS APPLY. CONTACT [email protected] IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.
WATER STATIONS: LOCATED AT THE HALFWAY MARK ON THE COURSE AND AT THE END OF THE FINISH LINE.
REST ROOMS: LOCATED NEXT TO THE START LINE.
PARKING: FREE PARKING IS AVAILABLE IN PARKING AREAS NEAR FOUNDER'S SQUARE.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: YES, THE 5K IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE?
A: COURSE MAP COMING SOON.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YOU MAY RUN WITH YOUR DOG, BUT YOU ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR DOG. LEASHES MUST BE NO MORE THAN 6 FEET AND NOT RETRACTABLE. DOGS MUST BE CURRENT ON SHOTS. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR POOCH.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YES.
RACE CONTACT INFO
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RACE, PLEASE CONTACT:
BRITTANY PINHO - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7253 OR 941.676.7191
EMAIL: [email protected]
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