Relay For Life Purple Glow 5K
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Join us for the Relay For Life Purple Glow 5K on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in the beautiful Punta Gorda, Charlotte, at Founders Square, Babcock Ranch. This vibrant event kicks off at 5:30 PM with check-in, followed by an inspiring opening ceremony at 6:30 PM. Participants of all ages are welcome to walk or run the professionally chip-timed 5K course, making it a perfect outing for families, friends, and furry companions—leashed dogs and strollers are permitted!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the American Cancer Society while enjoying a fun-filled evening. Registration is just $40, with a special rate of $30 for participants aged 18 and under. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, and post-race refreshments will be provided to keep the energy high. So lace up your shoes, gather your loved ones, and be part of this unforgettable event that combines fitness, community spirit, and the fight against cancer!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the American Cancer Society while enjoying a fun-filled evening. Registration is just $40, with a special rate of $30 for participants aged 18 and under. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, and post-race refreshments will be provided to keep the energy high. So lace up your shoes, gather your loved ones, and be part of this unforgettable event that combines fitness, community spirit, and the fight against cancer!
Organiser's Description
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE: PURPLE GLOW 5K
DATE: SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2026
LOCATION: FOUNDERS SQUARE, BABCOCK RANCH | 42850 CRESCENT LOOP, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
TIME: 5:30 PM - CHECK IN BEGINS
6:30 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 [https://www.beachbumtiming.com]. THERE IS NO TIME CAP.
RACE SHIRTS: THE GUARANTEED SHIRT CUTOFF DATE WAS MIDNIGHT ON MARCH 20, 2026. THE SIZES SHOWN DURING REGISTRATION ARE THE ONLY ONES STILL AVAILABLE. IF YOUR PREFERRED SIZE IS NOT LISTED, PLEASE SELECT A DIFFERENT SIZE OR THE "NO SHIRT" OPTION. IF NO SIZES APPEAR, ALL SHIRTS ARE SOLD OUT.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP DATE/TIME: APRIL 2, 2026, FROM 9AM - 5PM & APRIL 3, 2026, FROM 9AM - 5PM. BABCOCK RANCH LIFESTYLE OFFICE, 42911 LAKE BABCOCK DRIVE, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP: 5:30 PM TO 6:15 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. $30.00 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:
LIZ OGLE - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7253 OR 941.676.7191
EMAIL: [email protected]
DATE: SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2026
LOCATION: FOUNDERS SQUARE, BABCOCK RANCH | 42850 CRESCENT LOOP, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
TIME: 5:30 PM - CHECK IN BEGINS
6:30 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 [https://www.beachbumtiming.com]. THERE IS NO TIME CAP.
RACE SHIRTS: THE GUARANTEED SHIRT CUTOFF DATE WAS MIDNIGHT ON MARCH 20, 2026. THE SIZES SHOWN DURING REGISTRATION ARE THE ONLY ONES STILL AVAILABLE. IF YOUR PREFERRED SIZE IS NOT LISTED, PLEASE SELECT A DIFFERENT SIZE OR THE "NO SHIRT" OPTION. IF NO SIZES APPEAR, ALL SHIRTS ARE SOLD OUT.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP DATE/TIME: APRIL 2, 2026, FROM 9AM - 5PM & APRIL 3, 2026, FROM 9AM - 5PM. BABCOCK RANCH LIFESTYLE OFFICE, 42911 LAKE BABCOCK DRIVE, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP: 5:30 PM TO 6:15 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. $30.00 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:
LIZ OGLE - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7253 OR 941.676.7191
EMAIL: [email protected]
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