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 WAYS Race to Independence 5K on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in beautiful West Melbourne, Brevard! This exciting event aims to benefit WAYS (Wraparound Youth Services) for Life, an incredible organization dedicated to empowering youth in our community aged 15-25 who are transitioning out of the foster care system and facing challenges like homelessness. Lace up your running shoes and support a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun-filled day!
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM at the Space Coast Field of Dreams, with registration and packet pickup opening at 7:00 AM. Participants will have the chance to snag a free race t-shirt if they are among the first 150 registrants. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, as well as the top masters and top three in various age categories. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while engaging in a healthy and spirited community event! Sign up early to take advantage of the discounted registration fees: just $35 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under until March 27, with prices increasing on race day. Come out and run for a cause that truly matters!
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM at the Space Coast Field of Dreams, with registration and packet pickup opening at 7:00 AM. Participants will have the chance to snag a free race t-shirt if they are among the first 150 registrants. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, as well as the top masters and top three in various age categories. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while engaging in a healthy and spirited community event! Sign up early to take advantage of the discounted registration fees: just $35 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under until March 27, with prices increasing on race day. Come out and run for a cause that truly matters!
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://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwaysforlife.charityproud.org%2FEventRegistration%2FIndex%2F23484&data=eJxUzN1KBCEcQPGncS6CET9LIaMZGiFiI_YNTN1Zacb_oE61PX3sXd2f3_GG0BhuufS900H0Quv3XjPm-3DyKkYnNZOhC-amW839-KrejlQdRk7uuKZaEjKOQlk7Ufk00GFSXNjh8V-Gs1u3EqjCW4GAYW8LwAf2sD501by4JeGDq9UhQb7cpZ6gLOkUMZS5K2Za05IiEqTsOac8_0COV9rt5tzaVhEfELOI2b_Un11J7bIV2MP1g5idPmNuxzin2oprCTJi9jmH-I2YZVwo8RsAAP__kzRT3g%%]
VOLUNTEER LINK [https://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwaysforlife.charityproud.org%2FVolunteerRegistration%2FIndex%2F9080&data=eJxUzMFOxCAUQNGvoQuTEqBUIRFjG4fEmDFmFu4RaIfY8poHjY5fb2an-3uuN4zHcNv1vnU6yFZq_dFqIXwbJq9idL0WfWiCuWlWcz--qrcTV8exY3ed5rpnbBylsvbA-6eBDwfVSTs8_stoduuGgSu6IQQKe10APqmH9aEp5sUtiR5dKY5I9uUuZQJc0hQp4NygOaxpSZFIhnvOKc8_kOOVNrs517oV0g1EWCLsX-rPDlO9bAh7uH6IsO-w7LnGiKc4p1LR1QSZCPucQ_wmwmqm2G8AAAD__553VWw%]
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 150 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 & 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://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwaysforlife.charityproud.org%2FEventRegistration%2FIndex%2F23484&data=eJxUzN1KBCEcQPGncS6CET9LIaMZGiFiI_YNTN1Zacb_oE61PX3sXd2f3_GG0BhuufS900H0Quv3XjPm-3DyKkYnNZOhC-amW839-KrejlQdRk7uuKZaEjKOQlk7Ufk00GFSXNjh8V-Gs1u3EqjCW4GAYW8LwAf2sD501by4JeGDq9UhQb7cpZ6gLOkUMZS5K2Za05IiEqTsOac8_0COV9rt5tzaVhEfELOI2b_Un11J7bIV2MP1g5idPmNuxzin2oprCTJi9jmH-I2YZVwo8RsAAP__kzRT3g%%]
VOLUNTEER LINK [https://linklock.titanhq.com/analyse?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwaysforlife.charityproud.org%2FVolunteerRegistration%2FIndex%2F9080&data=eJxUzMFOxCAUQNGvoQuTEqBUIRFjG4fEmDFmFu4RaIfY8poHjY5fb2an-3uuN4zHcNv1vnU6yFZq_dFqIXwbJq9idL0WfWiCuWlWcz--qrcTV8exY3ed5rpnbBylsvbA-6eBDwfVSTs8_stoduuGgSu6IQQKe10APqmH9aEp5sUtiR5dKY5I9uUuZQJc0hQp4NygOaxpSZFIhnvOKc8_kOOVNrs517oV0g1EWCLsX-rPDlO9bAh7uH6IsO-w7LnGiKc4p1LR1QSZCPucQ_wmwmqm2G8AAAD__553VWw%]
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 150 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 & 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
FREE RACE T-SHIRT TO THE FIRST 150 REGISTRANTS!
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