WAYS Race to Independence 5K
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location West Melbourne, Florida
- Price $38.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant WAYS Race to Independence 5K on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in West Melbourne, Brevard! This exciting event aims to support Wraparound Youth Services (WAYS), empowering youth aged 15-25 in Brevard County who are transitioning out of the foster care system or facing homelessness. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM at the beautiful Space Coast Field of Dreams, making it the perfect backdrop for a day of community spirit and athletic achievement.
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled morning that includes awards for the top finishers in various categories, and the first 100 registrants will even receive a free race t-shirt! Registration fees are set at $35 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, with opportunities for team participation and prizes for the largest team. Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying a healthy and rewarding experience. Mark your calendars for March 28th, and join us in supporting the journey to independence for our youth!
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled morning that includes awards for the top finishers in various categories, and the first 100 registrants will even receive a free race t-shirt! Registration fees are set at $35 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, with opportunities for team participation and prizes for the largest team. Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying a healthy and rewarding experience. Mark your calendars for March 28th, and join us in supporting the journey to independence for our youth!
Organiser's Description
TO BENEFIT
WAYS (Wraparound Youth Services) for Life provides wraparound youth services to youth in Brevard County ages 15-25, who are aging out of the foster care system, experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied youth of our community on their journey to independence. We equip them with the essential tools and resources vital for navigating the challenges of adulthood. WAYS offers a multitude of services to youth in Brevard County including case management, mental health, food services, identification services, legal, career pathways, secondary education, life skills program and even a GED FastTrack on site.
CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WAYS FOR LIFE [https://www.waysforlife.org/waysforlife-5k-race-fundraiser-2025]
SPONSOR REGISTRATION LINK [https://waysforlife.charityproud.org/EventRegistration/Index/19106]
VOLUNTEER LINK [https://waysforlife.charityproud.org/VolunteerRegistration/Index/6935]
TIME TABLE
Friday, March 27th: Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd)
10:00 AM-6:30 PM: Early Packet Pickup and Registration
Saturday, March 28th: Space Coast Field of Dreams (3053
Fell Rd, West Melbourne, FL 32904)
7:00 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
7:45 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
8:00 AM: 5K Race Start!
*Awards Ceremony immediately following the race
FREE RACE T-SHIRT FOR THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS1
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall M & F
Top Masters M & F (40+)
Top 3 M & F in each age group:
13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-
79, 80 & up
Largest Team
FEES
Adult: $35 through 3/27 (race day $40)
Child: (12 & under) $25 through 3/27 (race day $30)
WAYS (Wraparound Youth Services) for Life provides wraparound youth services to youth in Brevard County ages 15-25, who are aging out of the foster care system, experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied youth of our community on their journey to independence. We equip them with the essential tools and resources vital for navigating the challenges of adulthood. WAYS offers a multitude of services to youth in Brevard County including case management, mental health, food services, identification services, legal, career pathways, secondary education, life skills program and even a GED FastTrack on site.
CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WAYS FOR LIFE [https://www.waysforlife.org/waysforlife-5k-race-fundraiser-2025]
SPONSOR REGISTRATION LINK [https://waysforlife.charityproud.org/EventRegistration/Index/19106]
VOLUNTEER LINK [https://waysforlife.charityproud.org/VolunteerRegistration/Index/6935]
TIME TABLE
Friday, March 27th: Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd)
10:00 AM-6:30 PM: Early Packet Pickup and Registration
Saturday, March 28th: Space Coast Field of Dreams (3053
Fell Rd, West Melbourne, FL 32904)
7:00 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
7:45 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
8:00 AM: 5K Race Start!
*Awards Ceremony immediately following the race
FREE RACE T-SHIRT FOR THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS1
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall M & F
Top Masters M & F (40+)
Top 3 M & F in each age group:
13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-
79, 80 & up
Largest Team
FEES
Adult: $35 through 3/27 (race day $40)
Child: (12 & under) $25 through 3/27 (race day $30)
Races
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Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.50
OPENS 01 JULFREE RACE T-SHIRT TO THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS!
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