Shoot for the Stars 5k
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Venice, Florida
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting morning of fun and fitness at the Shoot for the Stars 5K, taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the beautiful city of Venice, Sarasota! This chip-timed 5K race promises to be an unforgettable experience for participants of all ages and skill levels. Kicking off at 9 AM, runners will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, complete with awards and an exhilarating post-race celebration.
As you cross the finish line, you'll be greeted with a custom Shoot for the Stars finisher medal, and all participants will receive a stylish short-sleeve race shirt (subject to availability). Join us at Taylor Ranch Elementary School for advance packet pickup on the Thursday before the race, or arrive early on race day to grab your materials. Beyond the thrill of competition, this event supports a wonderful cause, funding scholarships for students and ensuring resources for their educational success. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your community while enjoying a great race—mark your calendars for February 28th!
As you cross the finish line, you'll be greeted with a custom Shoot for the Stars finisher medal, and all participants will receive a stylish short-sleeve race shirt (subject to availability). Join us at Taylor Ranch Elementary School for advance packet pickup on the Thursday before the race, or arrive early on race day to grab your materials. Beyond the thrill of competition, this event supports a wonderful cause, funding scholarships for students and ensuring resources for their educational success. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your community while enjoying a great race—mark your calendars for February 28th!
Organiser's Description
TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IS EXCITED FOR THE RETURN OF SHOOT FOR THE STARS 5K ON FEBRUARY 28, 2026!
A great morning event with something for everyone! Chip-timed 5K with awards suitable for all ages and all levels. And a great post-race celebration. The race starts at 9 am.
Your 5K race swag includes:
* Custom Shoot for the Stars finisher medal for the 5K finishers!
* Custom Short-Sleeve Race Shirt. (Subject to availability, style and color may change)
_Shirt deadline: End of January. After this time, shirts or sizes are not guaranteed and will be limited to what is available to choose on RunSignUp._
ADVANCE PACKET PICKUP: Taylor Ranch Elementary School (2500 Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice, FL 34293) on the Thursday before the race, 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. If you cannot attend, you will be able to pick up your race packet at 8 am on race day.
***Upon completion of the run any shirts not picked up will be available to trade***
No medals will be saved post race. If packets /shirts/medals are not picked up you will be forfeiting them.
***See Refund page for information on event cancellation details***
OUR CAUSE: TAYLOR RANCH SCHOOL HAS A LONG-STANDING HISTORY OF COMMUNITY SERVICE AND GIVING BACK TO OUR VENICE COMMUNITY. THIS YEAR'S EVENT WILL HELP SET OUR CURRENT AND FORMER STUDENTS UP FOR SUCCESS.
* We are funding senior scholarships for former TRS Trailblazers who have continued their commitment to community throughout high school.
* Our main fundraising goal is to secure two interventionists for the 2026-2027 school year. Interventionists work directly with students to reach grade-level mastery in both reading and math. Their expertise and time is of great benefit to our teachers and students!
Join us for this full-community event, open to all who are dedicated to supporting students and their education!
A great morning event with something for everyone! Chip-timed 5K with awards suitable for all ages and all levels. And a great post-race celebration. The race starts at 9 am.
Your 5K race swag includes:
* Custom Shoot for the Stars finisher medal for the 5K finishers!
* Custom Short-Sleeve Race Shirt. (Subject to availability, style and color may change)
_Shirt deadline: End of January. After this time, shirts or sizes are not guaranteed and will be limited to what is available to choose on RunSignUp._
ADVANCE PACKET PICKUP: Taylor Ranch Elementary School (2500 Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice, FL 34293) on the Thursday before the race, 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. If you cannot attend, you will be able to pick up your race packet at 8 am on race day.
***Upon completion of the run any shirts not picked up will be available to trade***
No medals will be saved post race. If packets /shirts/medals are not picked up you will be forfeiting them.
***See Refund page for information on event cancellation details***
OUR CAUSE: TAYLOR RANCH SCHOOL HAS A LONG-STANDING HISTORY OF COMMUNITY SERVICE AND GIVING BACK TO OUR VENICE COMMUNITY. THIS YEAR'S EVENT WILL HELP SET OUR CURRENT AND FORMER STUDENTS UP FOR SUCCESS.
* We are funding senior scholarships for former TRS Trailblazers who have continued their commitment to community throughout high school.
* Our main fundraising goal is to secure two interventionists for the 2026-2027 school year. Interventionists work directly with students to reach grade-level mastery in both reading and math. Their expertise and time is of great benefit to our teachers and students!
Join us for this full-community event, open to all who are dedicated to supporting students and their education!
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Shirt
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
A chip timed 5K race suitable for the entire family! Run, walk or trot the 3.1 miles around the nature-rich TRS campus and surrounding area with lots of support from TRS race staff and volunteers. Your registration includes the custom race shirt and ALL 5K finishers will get a custom finishers medal. Awards for the first male & female overall, overall elementary student (ages 5-11), masters, grandmasters, senior grandmasters and veteran grandmasters and 3-deep in age groups 6 & under, 7 to 9, 10 to 11, 12 to14, then 5-year age groups 15 to 19 up to 80 & over. -
Virtual 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race Shirt
$43.40
Even if you can't be with us in person, we still want you to be a part of the Shoot for the Stars 5k, you can do your 5K virtually. Pick the time that fits your schedule during the Virtual 5K window, your choice of course, and you have the opportunity to log your results on RunSignUp for bragging rights. Your Virtual Shoot for the Stars 5k registration fee includes shipping your race shirt and finisher medal to the US address provided during registration. Or if you'd like to pick up your race swag at the advance packet pick up, let us know and the money saved on shipping will be put to good use at the school.
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