Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Vero Beach, Florida
- Price $33.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at South Beach Park in Vero Beach, Indian River. Kicking off at 7:30 AM, this event not only promotes physical health but also supports a vital cause—empowering the community through resources, prevention strategies, and recovery services that address substance misuse and behavioral health.
Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K course while competing for fantastic awards in various age categories and team categories, with prizes for overall top finishers and the fastest teams. The first 250 registered runners will receive a cool event t-shirt, and everyone can look forward to delicious food and beverages post-race. Plus, don't miss out on the chance to win exciting raffle prizes, including a Garmin Forerunner running watch, running gear, and even a one-night stay at a local hotel! Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, join us for a fun-filled day that truly makes a difference in the community.
Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K course while competing for fantastic awards in various age categories and team categories, with prizes for overall top finishers and the fastest teams. The first 250 registered runners will receive a cool event t-shirt, and everyone can look forward to delicious food and beverages post-race. Plus, don't miss out on the chance to win exciting raffle prizes, including a Garmin Forerunner running watch, running gear, and even a one-night stay at a local hotel! Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, join us for a fun-filled day that truly makes a difference in the community.
Organiser's Description
THRIVE IRC, FORMERLY THE SUBSTANCE AWARENESS CENTER (SAC) 5K RUN/WALK WILL TAKE PLACE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH AT 7:30 AM AT SOUTH BEACH PARK, VERO BEACH.
THRIVE IRC'S FREEDOM 5K RUN/WALK BENEFITS THRIVE'S MISSION: TO PROTECT AND EMPOWER OUR COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING RESOURCES, PREVENTION STRATEGIES, AND RECOVERY SERVICES THAT ADDRESS SUBSTANCE MISUSE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, PROMOTING LONG-TERM WELLNESS.
RACE AMENITIES:
*
COOL T-SHIRTS (*GUARANTEED FOR THE FIRST 250 REGISTERED)
*
AWESOME AWARDS
*
FOOD & BEVERAGES POST RACE
RACE FEES UNTIL 9/25:
ADULT: $35
TEAM: $30 _(PER RUNNER WITH 5+ RUNNERS PER TEAM)_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION:
LOCATION: TBD
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION:
LOCATION: SOUTH BEACH PARK _(1702 OCEAN DRIVE, VERO BEACH, FL 32963)_
6:30 AM: RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP OPENS
7:15 AM: RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP CLOSES
7:30 AM: 5K START!
*AWARDS CEREMONY FOLLOWING 5K
AWARDS
OVERALL TOP MALE AND FEMALE
AGE GROUPS (TOP 3 M & F): 13 AND UNDER, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
TOP FASTEST TEAM (MINIMUM OF 4)
FASTEST WALK TIME 1ST - 3RD
OVERALL TOP FUNDRAISER
OVERALL TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM
RACE RAFFLE TICKETS
CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS [https://givebutter.com/nQ2mNe]
Race Day Raffles You Wont Want to Miss!
Register for the chance to take home incredible prizes! Raffle tickets will be available for purchase on race day and currently online, with prizes including:
* Garmin Forerunner Running Watch
* Running shoes, sunglasses & socks from Runners Depot
* Gift Basket from Dillards of Vero Beach
* One-Night Stay at Vero Beach Hotel & Spa
* $100 Jetson Appliances Gift Card
* (2) 30-Day Passes to Christis Fitness & One-Month Unlimited Classes at Joy Fit Fitness
You do not have to be present to win.
THRIVE IRC'S FREEDOM 5K RUN/WALK BENEFITS THRIVE'S MISSION: TO PROTECT AND EMPOWER OUR COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING RESOURCES, PREVENTION STRATEGIES, AND RECOVERY SERVICES THAT ADDRESS SUBSTANCE MISUSE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, PROMOTING LONG-TERM WELLNESS.
RACE AMENITIES:
*
COOL T-SHIRTS (*GUARANTEED FOR THE FIRST 250 REGISTERED)
*
AWESOME AWARDS
*
FOOD & BEVERAGES POST RACE
RACE FEES UNTIL 9/25:
ADULT: $35
TEAM: $30 _(PER RUNNER WITH 5+ RUNNERS PER TEAM)_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION:
LOCATION: TBD
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION:
LOCATION: SOUTH BEACH PARK _(1702 OCEAN DRIVE, VERO BEACH, FL 32963)_
6:30 AM: RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP OPENS
7:15 AM: RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP CLOSES
7:30 AM: 5K START!
*AWARDS CEREMONY FOLLOWING 5K
AWARDS
OVERALL TOP MALE AND FEMALE
AGE GROUPS (TOP 3 M & F): 13 AND UNDER, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
TOP FASTEST TEAM (MINIMUM OF 4)
FASTEST WALK TIME 1ST - 3RD
OVERALL TOP FUNDRAISER
OVERALL TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM
RACE RAFFLE TICKETS
CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS [https://givebutter.com/nQ2mNe]
Race Day Raffles You Wont Want to Miss!
Register for the chance to take home incredible prizes! Raffle tickets will be available for purchase on race day and currently online, with prizes including:
* Garmin Forerunner Running Watch
* Running shoes, sunglasses & socks from Runners Depot
* Gift Basket from Dillards of Vero Beach
* One-Night Stay at Vero Beach Hotel & Spa
* $100 Jetson Appliances Gift Card
* (2) 30-Day Passes to Christis Fitness & One-Month Unlimited Classes at Joy Fit Fitness
You do not have to be present to win.
Races
-
Individual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$33.00
OPENS 01 APR 26 -
Team 5K
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$33.00
OPENS 01 APR 26
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