Run for the Boolies
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Lakeland, Florida
- Price $33.53
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for an exciting evening of fun and fitness at the Run for the Boolies on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in beautiful Lakeland, Polk. This vibrant event features a lively 5k run, jog, or walk, welcoming participants of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, everyone is invited to support the Polk County Bully Project and their mission to help save Bully Breeds.
Bring your friendly pups along, as they are welcome to join the fun on a leash! Don't miss out on the chance to secure your event shirt by pre-registering before September 14, 2026. The race kicks off at 6:00 PM, following an early packet pickup on Friday, October 2nd, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Lakeside Village. Celebrate your achievements at the awards ceremony, where top finishers will be recognized across various categories. Get ready to lace up your shoes and make a difference while enjoying a fantastic community event!
Bring your friendly pups along, as they are welcome to join the fun on a leash! Don't miss out on the chance to secure your event shirt by pre-registering before September 14, 2026. The race kicks off at 6:00 PM, following an early packet pickup on Friday, October 2nd, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Lakeside Village. Celebrate your achievements at the awards ceremony, where top finishers will be recognized across various categories. Get ready to lace up your shoes and make a difference while enjoying a fantastic community event!
Organiser's Description
Join us for an evening 5k and Run for the Boo-lies!
Support the Polk County Bully Project and their mission to help save the Bully Breeds. Come run, jog, or walk! All levels welcome. Your Puppies are welcome (friendly ones please!), they must be on a leash. Please pickup after your puppy!
DON'T WAIT TO REGISTER! Shirts sizes are guaranteed if Pre-Registered before Sept 14. (After this date, shirts and sizes are available while supplies last.)
PRICING
$30 - Now through Aug 31
$35 - Sept 1 - Sept 27
$40 - Sept 28 -Oct 2
$45 - Oct 3 Day of Race (If Event is still Open)
EARLY PACKET PICK UP - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026
4:00-7:00 pm - Fleet Feet Lakeside Village - Lakeland, FL
DAY OF RACE - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
5:00-5:45 pm - Packet Pickup and Day of Race Registration
6:00 pm - 5k Start (No Late Starts)
7:15 pm - Awards Ceremony (Approx Time)
AWARDS
Overall Male & Female
Overall Masters (40+) Male & Female
Age Group Awards - Top Three Male and Female in the standard 5 year age groups
(9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24 through 80+)
PLEASE AVOID LONG LINES ON RACE DAY!
There is limited parking at the Lakeland Country Club Public Parking. We highly suggest pre-registering and picking up your packet on Friday. If you can not make it Friday's packet Pickup, please arrive early and give yourself plenty of time to park, pick up your packet and get back to the start line (.2 mile from the packet pickup tables). Packet pickup line will close at 5:45pm and race will start promptly at 6:00 pm.
This race will be chip time and start on the path (at Jonila Ave). Anyone not starting at 6:00PM will default to Gun start time. (No Exceptions)
Support the Polk County Bully Project and their mission to help save the Bully Breeds. Come run, jog, or walk! All levels welcome. Your Puppies are welcome (friendly ones please!), they must be on a leash. Please pickup after your puppy!
DON'T WAIT TO REGISTER! Shirts sizes are guaranteed if Pre-Registered before Sept 14. (After this date, shirts and sizes are available while supplies last.)
PRICING
$30 - Now through Aug 31
$35 - Sept 1 - Sept 27
$40 - Sept 28 -Oct 2
$45 - Oct 3 Day of Race (If Event is still Open)
EARLY PACKET PICK UP - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026
4:00-7:00 pm - Fleet Feet Lakeside Village - Lakeland, FL
DAY OF RACE - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
5:00-5:45 pm - Packet Pickup and Day of Race Registration
6:00 pm - 5k Start (No Late Starts)
7:15 pm - Awards Ceremony (Approx Time)
AWARDS
Overall Male & Female
Overall Masters (40+) Male & Female
Age Group Awards - Top Three Male and Female in the standard 5 year age groups
(9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24 through 80+)
PLEASE AVOID LONG LINES ON RACE DAY!
There is limited parking at the Lakeland Country Club Public Parking. We highly suggest pre-registering and picking up your packet on Friday. If you can not make it Friday's packet Pickup, please arrive early and give yourself plenty of time to park, pick up your packet and get back to the start line (.2 mile from the packet pickup tables). Packet pickup line will close at 5:45pm and race will start promptly at 6:00 pm.
This race will be chip time and start on the path (at Jonila Ave). Anyone not starting at 6:00PM will default to Gun start time. (No Exceptions)
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929 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland, 33803, FL, United States
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