Strides for Education 5K
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Fort Myers, Florida
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Strides for Education 5K on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the scenic Fort Myers, Lee area! This exciting event will showcase a beautiful 2.75-mile course through the shaded grounds of Florida SouthWestern State College, perfect for serious runners and casual participants alike. With race bibs equipped with chips to ensure accurate timing, you'll love the competitive spirit of the race.
Whether you're looking to push your limits, enjoy a leisurely stroll with family and friends, or let your kids participate in the fun kids' dash, there's something for everyone! Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting the Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program, which provides essential opportunities for deserving low-income students in Lee County. Come out and make a difference in the community while enjoying a fantastic day of fitness and fun!
Whether you're looking to push your limits, enjoy a leisurely stroll with family and friends, or let your kids participate in the fun kids' dash, there's something for everyone! Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting the Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program, which provides essential opportunities for deserving low-income students in Lee County. Come out and make a difference in the community while enjoying a fantastic day of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
DUE TO 2026 CONSTRUCTION ON CAMPUS THE RACE DISTANCE WILL BE 2.75 MILES (VERSUS 3.1 MILES)
The 5K course includes a shaded tour of Florida SouthWestern State College's beautiful campus. Serious runners will appreciate the race bibs with chips ensuring an accurate race time. This race will be put on by the Fort Myers Track Club. You can also run for the fun of it, stroll with family and friends, or bring your kids out to the kids' dash. Proceeds from the 5K support the Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program. Take Stock in Children Lee County is a mentoring and incentive program that provides doorways to success for deserving low-income students of Lee County. With the support of donors like you, over 800 Lee County Children have earned a life-changing scholarship.
The 5K course includes a shaded tour of Florida SouthWestern State College's beautiful campus. Serious runners will appreciate the race bibs with chips ensuring an accurate race time. This race will be put on by the Fort Myers Track Club. You can also run for the fun of it, stroll with family and friends, or bring your kids out to the kids' dash. Proceeds from the 5K support the Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program. Take Stock in Children Lee County is a mentoring and incentive program that provides doorways to success for deserving low-income students of Lee County. With the support of donors like you, over 800 Lee County Children have earned a life-changing scholarship.
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8099 College Pkwy, Fort Myers, 33919, FL, United States
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