Sunflower 5K Run and Walk
- Date Sun 1st February 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Longwood, Florida
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Sunflower 5K Run and Walk, taking place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Longwood, Seminole! This vibrant and family-friendly event is not just about running or walking; it's about coming together as a community to support a vital cause—helping children in Ukraine who have lost their parents during the war.
Starting at 9:00 AM, participants will enjoy a scenic route along the beautiful Seminole Wekiva Trail. Registration opens at 8:00 AM and is just $30 for adults, while children under 13 can join the fun for only $10. The first registrants may even receive a branded Sunflower 5K t-shirt, and those who sign up before January 20 will earn a special medal after the race. After crossing the finish line, stick around for delicious food, games, and activities that promise a fantastic day for everyone. Join us for this inspiring event where every step taken helps plant seeds of hope for children in need!
Starting at 9:00 AM, participants will enjoy a scenic route along the beautiful Seminole Wekiva Trail. Registration opens at 8:00 AM and is just $30 for adults, while children under 13 can join the fun for only $10. The first registrants may even receive a branded Sunflower 5K t-shirt, and those who sign up before January 20 will earn a special medal after the race. After crossing the finish line, stick around for delicious food, games, and activities that promise a fantastic day for everyone. Join us for this inspiring event where every step taken helps plant seeds of hope for children in need!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE SUNFLOWER 5K WALK/RUN!
Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 1, 2026, and be part of THE SUNFLOWER RUN, a 5K run/walk hosted at Markham Woods Church. This fun and family-friendly event brings our community together to support a vital causeHELPING CHILDREN IN UKRAINE WHO HAVE LOST THEIR PARENTS DURING THE WAR. ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO DIRECTLY TO SUPPORTING THESE CHILDREN.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
* Registration begins at 8:00 AM (includes bib and giveaways).
* Run/walk starts at 9:00 AM, with a scenic route along the Seminole Wekiva Trail.
* Post-run festivities: delicious food, games, and activities for all ages!
* Registration Fee: $30 per participant (proceeds support Ukrainian children).
* Registration Fee for children under 13 is $10.
SPECIAL OFFER:
The first registrants who sign up might receive a branded Sunflower 5K Run t-shirt, based on the availability of sizes. You will be notified if you are one of the first registrants, and you will be able to pick up your t-shirt at the race.
Only those who register before January 20 will receive medals after the run.
ORGANIZERS:
* MARKHAM WOODS CHURCH OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS [https://markhamwoodschurch.org]
* THE LIGHTHOUSE UKRAINIAN GROUP [https://linktr.ee/flc.lighthouse]
SPONSORS:
* ADVENTHEALTH UNIVERSITY [https://www.ahu.edu]
* FLORIDA CONFERENCE OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS [https://floridaconference.com]
This event is hosted by The Markham Woods Church & The Lighthouse Ukrainian Group and sponsored by AdventHealth University, uniting us for fitness, fun, and making a difference. Whether running for the cause or walking with friends, The Sunflower Run is your chance to create a meaningful impact while building community.
Lets run with purpose and plant seeds of hope!
Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 1, 2026, and be part of THE SUNFLOWER RUN, a 5K run/walk hosted at Markham Woods Church. This fun and family-friendly event brings our community together to support a vital causeHELPING CHILDREN IN UKRAINE WHO HAVE LOST THEIR PARENTS DURING THE WAR. ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO DIRECTLY TO SUPPORTING THESE CHILDREN.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
* Registration begins at 8:00 AM (includes bib and giveaways).
* Run/walk starts at 9:00 AM, with a scenic route along the Seminole Wekiva Trail.
* Post-run festivities: delicious food, games, and activities for all ages!
* Registration Fee: $30 per participant (proceeds support Ukrainian children).
* Registration Fee for children under 13 is $10.
SPECIAL OFFER:
The first registrants who sign up might receive a branded Sunflower 5K Run t-shirt, based on the availability of sizes. You will be notified if you are one of the first registrants, and you will be able to pick up your t-shirt at the race.
Only those who register before January 20 will receive medals after the run.
ORGANIZERS:
* MARKHAM WOODS CHURCH OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS [https://markhamwoodschurch.org]
* THE LIGHTHOUSE UKRAINIAN GROUP [https://linktr.ee/flc.lighthouse]
SPONSORS:
* ADVENTHEALTH UNIVERSITY [https://www.ahu.edu]
* FLORIDA CONFERENCE OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS [https://floridaconference.com]
This event is hosted by The Markham Woods Church & The Lighthouse Ukrainian Group and sponsored by AdventHealth University, uniting us for fitness, fun, and making a difference. Whether running for the cause or walking with friends, The Sunflower Run is your chance to create a meaningful impact while building community.
Lets run with purpose and plant seeds of hope!
Races
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Sunflower 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sun 1st February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
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