YMCA Stars & Strides Memorial Day 5K
- Date Mon 25th May 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Punta Gorda, 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 YMCA Stars & Strides Memorial Day 5K happening on Monday, May 25th, 2026! This exciting event will kick off at 7:30 AM at the scenic South County Regional Park in Punta Gorda, Charlotte. Participants of all ages can join in on the fun while supporting a great cause, as proceeds benefit the YMCA of Southwest Florida's Children and Families Scholarship Fund.
Runners can register at various price points, ranging from $30 if you sign up early to $40 on race day, with discounts available for members of local running clubs. The race features multiple award categories, ensuring recognition for participants from youth to senior age groups. Plus, snacks will be provided after the race to refuel and celebrate your achievement! Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome, making this a family-friendly event. Don't miss out on this vibrant community gathering that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
Runners can register at various price points, ranging from $30 if you sign up early to $40 on race day, with discounts available for members of local running clubs. The race features multiple award categories, ensuring recognition for participants from youth to senior age groups. Plus, snacks will be provided after the race to refuel and celebrate your achievement! Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome, making this a family-friendly event. Don't miss out on this vibrant community gathering that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
FRANZ ROSS AND PUNTA GORDA YMCA'S ARE BRINING YOU A STARS & STRIDES MEMORIAL DAY 5K | MAY 25TH, 2026 | 7:30 AM START TIME | SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK
ENTRY FEES:
4/8/26 - 4/30/26: $30.00
5/1/2026 - 5/24/2026: $35.00
5/25/2026 - RACE DAY 5K: $40.00 | NO CASH. USE CREDIT CARD OR APPLE PAY.
$5.00 AUTOMATIC DISCOUNT FOR ZOOMERS, MANASOTA TRACK CLUB, GULF COAST RUNNERS, SARASOTA STORM AND FT MYERS TRACK CLUB ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP HOLDERS. NON-RUNSIGNUP CLUBS SUCH AS CAPE CORAL RUNNING GROUP, SPEEDSTERS AND YMCA CLUB MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE A $5.00 DISCOUNT. CHECK WITH YOUR CLUB LEADERSHIP FOR THE CODE.
PACKET PICKUP IS AT THE PUNTA GORDA YMCA | 2905 TAMIAMI TRAIL PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950
8:30AM - 4:00PM ON SUNDAY, MAY 24TH
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:00 AM - 7:15 AM.
SHIRT CUT OFF DATE IS 5/10/2026
AWARD GROUPS:
0 TO 14, 15 TO 19, 20 TO 24, 25 TO 29, 30 TO 34, 35 TO 39, 40 TO 44, 45 TO 49, 50 TO 54, 55 TO 59, 60 TO 64, 65 TO 69, 70 TO 74, 75 TO 79, 80+
OVERALL AWARDS:
MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
M & F YOUTH OVERALL
M & F MASTERS 40 & OVER
M & F GRANDMASTERS 50 & OVER
M & F SENIOR GRANDMASTERS 60 & OVER
SNACKS WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER THE RACE.
STROLLERS AND LEASHED DOGS ARE PERMITTED IN THE RACE, AND MUST START IN THE BACK AT THE START LINE.
PROCEEDS: PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA CHILDREN AND FAMILIES SCHOLARSHIP FUND
ENTRY FEES:
4/8/26 - 4/30/26: $30.00
5/1/2026 - 5/24/2026: $35.00
5/25/2026 - RACE DAY 5K: $40.00 | NO CASH. USE CREDIT CARD OR APPLE PAY.
$5.00 AUTOMATIC DISCOUNT FOR ZOOMERS, MANASOTA TRACK CLUB, GULF COAST RUNNERS, SARASOTA STORM AND FT MYERS TRACK CLUB ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP HOLDERS. NON-RUNSIGNUP CLUBS SUCH AS CAPE CORAL RUNNING GROUP, SPEEDSTERS AND YMCA CLUB MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE A $5.00 DISCOUNT. CHECK WITH YOUR CLUB LEADERSHIP FOR THE CODE.
PACKET PICKUP IS AT THE PUNTA GORDA YMCA | 2905 TAMIAMI TRAIL PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950
8:30AM - 4:00PM ON SUNDAY, MAY 24TH
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:00 AM - 7:15 AM.
SHIRT CUT OFF DATE IS 5/10/2026
AWARD GROUPS:
0 TO 14, 15 TO 19, 20 TO 24, 25 TO 29, 30 TO 34, 35 TO 39, 40 TO 44, 45 TO 49, 50 TO 54, 55 TO 59, 60 TO 64, 65 TO 69, 70 TO 74, 75 TO 79, 80+
OVERALL AWARDS:
MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
M & F YOUTH OVERALL
M & F MASTERS 40 & OVER
M & F GRANDMASTERS 50 & OVER
M & F SENIOR GRANDMASTERS 60 & OVER
SNACKS WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER THE RACE.
STROLLERS AND LEASHED DOGS ARE PERMITTED IN THE RACE, AND MUST START IN THE BACK AT THE START LINE.
PROCEEDS: PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA CHILDREN AND FAMILIES SCHOLARSHIP FUND
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YMCA Stars & Strides Memorial Day 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$32.80
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