The Rising
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 7:34AM EDT
- Location Oviedo, Florida
- Price Free - $25.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 10km
Event summary
The Rising is not just about running; it’s a celebration of community spirit and charity, having raised thousands of dollars for local organizations such as HopeHelps, Inc. and the Oviedo Preservation Project. Schools are encouraged to participate as teams for a chance to win grants, making this event even more impactful. Runners will be rewarded with cash prizes for the top male and female finishers in both the 5K and 10K categories, along with finishers awards and age group recognition. Plus, the Oviedo Run Club is dedicated to sustainability, ensuring a green event with compostable water cups and recyclable materials. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and enjoy a day filled with fun and community camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
Join the Oviedo Run Club and our community in continuing the Rising tradition.
The course begins in front of the Historic Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church and follows the Cross Seminole Trail for and out and back distance of either a 5k or 10k. The Kids' Fun Run is under a mile, along the beautiful canopied road.
Each year, The Rising has raised thousands of dollars to be put back into our local charities, like HopeHelps, Inc. and The Oviedo Preservation Project. The area schools are encouraged to sign up as teams to win grants for the largest schools in attendance. Your registration helps fund our mission of giving.
Cash awards are given to the top 3 male and female finishers for the 5k and 10k distances. Finishers awards and age group winners (5 year increments) are also given and a sure to be worth running for.
The Oviedo Run Club is committed to putting on a green event, which entails the use of compostable water cups, on site recycling and race packets that are full of useable items, not to be wasted.
Races
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The Rising 5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (7:34AM EDT)
$25.00
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Kid Fun Run - Up to 1 Mile
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (7:34AM EDT)
Free
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The Rising Double Dare 10k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (7:34AM EDT)
$25.00
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Race Volunteer (Show Up the Day of in Costume, Ready to Volunteer Wherever You Are Needed)
Sat 31st October 2026 (7:34AM EDT)
Free
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Virtual Run
Incl. T-Shirt
$20.00
Your packet will be mailed to you prior to race day!!
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First United Methodist Church Oviedo, 263 King St., Oviedo, 32765, FL, United States
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