Strides for Inclusion 5K Run-Walk-Roll presented by Babcock Ranch
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Strides for Inclusion 5K Run-Walk-Roll on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the beautiful Founders Square at Babcock Ranch, Punta Gorda, Charlotte. This uplifting event, presented by Pathways to Opportunity, aims to celebrate and promote inclusivity for individuals with various disabilities, including Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to take part in this inspiring race, which starts at 7:30 AM and features chip timing for accurate results.
With age-based pricing at just $15.00 for those 18 and under, it's a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together and support a meaningful cause. Be sure to register by May 6th to guarantee your event shirt! Additionally, pre-race packet pickup will take place on May 13th in Fort Myers, with race day registration available from 6:30 AM to 7:15 AM. Let's make strides towards inclusion and create a supportive environment for everyone to thrive!
With age-based pricing at just $15.00 for those 18 and under, it's a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together and support a meaningful cause. Be sure to register by May 6th to guarantee your event shirt! Additionally, pre-race packet pickup will take place on May 13th in Fort Myers, with race day registration available from 6:30 AM to 7:15 AM. Let's make strides towards inclusion and create a supportive environment for everyone to thrive!
Organiser's Description
STRIDES FOR INCLUSION 5K RUN-WALK-ROLL PRESENTED BY PATHWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY (PTO). PTO IS A LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM DEDICATED TO SERVING INDIVIDUALS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF DISABILITIES, INCLUDING DOWN SYNDROME, AUTISM, CEREBRAL PALSY, TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES, SCHIZOPHRENIA, POLIO, AND OTHER DIAGNOSED/UNDIAGNOSED DISABILITIES. OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR THESE INDIVIDUALS TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL BY FOSTERING PERSONAL GROWTH, INDEPENDENCE, AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS, ENABLING THEM TO THRIVE AND REACH THEIR FULLEST POTENTIAL AND LEAD FULFILLING LIVES. WE BELIEVE THAT EVERYONE DESERVES THE CHANCE TO THRIVE, AND WE ARE COMMITTED TO MAKING THAT A REALITY FOR THOSE WE SERVE.
AWARDS:
OVERALL M/F
1ST, 2ND AND 3RD M/F IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
0-9, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
SHIRT CUTOFF: REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THIS DATE.
AGE-BASED PRICING: 18 YEARS OLD AND UNDER REGISTRATION PRICE IS ONLY $15.00.
DISCOUNTS: LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP: WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026, 4:30PM TO 6:30PM AT FLEET FEET FT MYERS, 13499 SOUTH CLEVELAND AVE, FT MYERS, FL 33907.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2026, 6:30AM TO 7:15AM AT FOUNDERS SQUARE, BABCOCK RANCH, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:30AM TO 7:15AM, PLEASE BRING A CREDIT CARD OR USE APPLE PAY TO REGISTER. REGISTRATION IS CO-LOCATED WITH PACKET PICKUP.
THE RACE STARTS AT 7:30AM IN FOUNDERS SQUARE AND ENDS ON THE FOUNDERS SQUARE BOARDWALK. CLICK THE LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT FOUNDERS SQUARE HTTPS://BABCOCKRANCHLIVING.COM/FACILITIES/FACILITY/DETAILS/FOUNDERS-SQUARE-43 [https://babcockranchliving.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Founders-Square-43]
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY BEACH BUM TIMING [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
AWARDS:
OVERALL M/F
1ST, 2ND AND 3RD M/F IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
0-9, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
SHIRT CUTOFF: REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THIS DATE.
AGE-BASED PRICING: 18 YEARS OLD AND UNDER REGISTRATION PRICE IS ONLY $15.00.
DISCOUNTS: LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP: WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026, 4:30PM TO 6:30PM AT FLEET FEET FT MYERS, 13499 SOUTH CLEVELAND AVE, FT MYERS, FL 33907.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2026, 6:30AM TO 7:15AM AT FOUNDERS SQUARE, BABCOCK RANCH, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:30AM TO 7:15AM, PLEASE BRING A CREDIT CARD OR USE APPLE PAY TO REGISTER. REGISTRATION IS CO-LOCATED WITH PACKET PICKUP.
THE RACE STARTS AT 7:30AM IN FOUNDERS SQUARE AND ENDS ON THE FOUNDERS SQUARE BOARDWALK. CLICK THE LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT FOUNDERS SQUARE HTTPS://BABCOCKRANCHLIVING.COM/FACILITIES/FACILITY/DETAILS/FOUNDERS-SQUARE-43 [https://babcockranchliving.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Founders-Square-43]
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY BEACH BUM TIMING [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
Races
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Strides for Inclusion 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Strides for Inclusion Run-Walk-Roll Untimed 1 Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED
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