5K-Läufe in der Nähe von Pelican Bay

Die Fueled by Fire 5K & Challenge startet und endet bei der Tarpon Point Marina und dem The Westin Cape Coral Resort am Silver King Boulevard in Cape Coral, Florida. Das ist ein jährlicher 5K Lauf/Walk, organisiert von der Cape Coral Fire Department Community Foundation. Das Event beginnt um 7:00 Uhr morgens, und es gibt auch eine virtuelle 5K-Option für alle, die nicht persönlich dabei sein können. Die Strecke für das Event vor Ort führt dich durch Teile von Cape Coral. Die Zeitmessung und Auswertung übernimmt Lin-Mark Sports, ein lokaler Zeitmessdienst. Der Lauf unterstützt die Gemeinschaftsinitiativen der Feuerwehrstiftung. Die Einnahmen gehen an CPR-Kurse und -Ressourcen, Aufklärung über Brand- und Lebenssicherheit sowie an ein lokales Denkmal für Feuerwehrleute. Familien, Walker, Läufer und Unterstützer der Feuerwehr sind alle willkommen. Es ist eher ein Spendenlauf für die Gemeinschaft als ein Wettkampfwochenende.

The Naples Rocktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k is an October race held at North Collier Regional Park in Naples, Florida, offering both a half marathon and a 5k on the same morning. It combines running with music and Gulf Coast scenery, and has been held for over ten years as part of the Elite Events race calendar. The course begins and ends at the park area on Livingston Road, with interactive maps and course flyovers provided for runners who wish to preview it. The event includes numerous race-day extras: finishers receive a shirt, medal, finish video, free photos, and post-race food, while competitive runners can compete for top-five age-group awards and onsite medal engraving. Live tracking, push notifications, splits, results, and lifetime stats allow friends and family to follow along.

The Partners Pink Run is a 5K run and 1-mile fun walk at Bell Tower in Fort Myers, Florida, held in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Presented by Worthington Realty, it is a Fleet Feet Running Race focused on raising money for Partners for Breast Cancer Care, a Southwest Florida nonprofit that keeps funds local for patients and families dealing with breast cancer. Both distances traverse the Bell Tower Shops area, with the 5K starting before the 1-mile walk. Runners can compete for overall and age-group awards, while walkers and supporters can join at a more relaxed pace. Participants are encouraged to wear pink, and the morning continues after the finish with music, entertainment, refreshments, and family activities. Proceeds support breast screening, diagnostic testing, and treatment for underserved women and men in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties.

The Shop Dine & Dash 5K is a 5K run held at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Florida. The start and finish lines are located at 810 Entertainment. This event is designed as a relaxed community run that includes shopping benefits: all participants receive a finisher’s medal and special store discounts. The first 200 runners will also get a finisher’s pint glass. The course winds through Miromar Outlets, offering a different setting than a typical road race. Participants aged 21 and older can claim a complimentary beer from 810 Entertainment post-race. A portion of each registration fee benefits RMHC SWFL. Miromar Outlets, Vaccaro’s Enterprises LLC, and 810 Entertainment are event partners.

The Gator Chase 5K begins at 7:30 a.m. at Ave Maria's Town Center, located at 5068 Annunciation Circle in Ave Maria, Florida. This event is a 5K run/walk, accommodating both runners and walkers. Registration pricing is tiered, offering lower rates before the final deadline and a higher fee on race day. An optional premium race shirt can be selected during registration. The course guides participants through the Ave Maria communities. Both a course map and a race-location map are available for planning. Group discounts can be arranged through Footloose Running, and this race is part of that organizer's event schedule. The event also seeks volunteers via an Adopt a Spot program. Race information is available on a downloadable flyer, through external app directions, and on a Facebook page for sharing with friends.

Seaside Strides 5K is a professionally timed 5K held at North Collier Regional Park in Southwest Florida, coinciding with Halloween weekend. It is structured as a local charity race, not a large destination event, allowing participants to receive an official time while supporting a children-focused charity. The course is a 5K within the park. Additional funds raised after covering race expenses are donated to Seaside Travels, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Lee and Collier Counties. This organization offers therapeutic community outings for children, linking a short, accessible race distance with a specific local mission.

The Fast & The Furriest is a Rochester pet and running event held at Brown Square Park, located across from Rochester Animal Services on Verona Street. Participants can choose between an in-person or virtual 10K and 5K race, a half-mile kids race, and an in-person or virtual dog walk. A pet festival also takes place throughout the morning and early afternoon. The 10K and 5K races commence on Verona Street, with the dog walk starting within the park. The event attracts runners, children, dog owners, families, animal advocacy groups, and individuals fundraising for pets in need. The festival features live music, food trucks, vendors, sponsor giveaways, pet contests, an adoptable dog showcase, a silent auction, and a clinic providing rabies and DAPP vaccines along with microchipping on a first-come, first-served basis. Now in its 20th year, the event serves as a fundraiser and public pet-care day, closely connected to the city shelter situated next door.

The Cool Down 5K/10K is a community run and walk in Ave Maria, Florida, offering both 5K and 10K distances. It begins and ends at the Town Center on Annunciation Circle, providing a central location for check-in, the finish line, and post-race activities. The course winds through the neighborhoods of Ave Maria. The event is designed for broad participation, not solely for competitive racing. Participants can select either distance as a run or walk, opt for a race shirt during registration, and take advantage of group discounts for multiple sign-ups.

The Mullets & Mustaches Run begins at Bell Tower Shops on a Movember morning, with the 5K starting at 8:00 AM. Participants can choose from three options: a chip-timed 5K, a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a Pizza Mile. The Pizza Mile is the unique attraction: runners eat pizza before completing short loops outside Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, the race partner. The event focuses on men's health, supports those affected by men's health issues, and welcomes men, women, children, and families, not just serious runners.

Der Cape Coral Police Athletic League Turkey Tag 5K ist ein 5K und 1-Meilen-Fun-Run zur Thanksgiving-Zeit, der im Rotary Park in Cape Coral, Florida stattfindet. Der 5K startet um 8:00 Uhr morgens, fünf Minuten später folgt dann der 1-Meilen-Lauf, der speziell für Familien und Anfänger gedacht ist. Apex Promoz und Cape Coral PAL organisieren das Ganze als Teil der Cape Coral PAL Race Series; die Einnahmen gehen an die PAL Jugendprogramme. Bei dem Lauf gibt's ein Fangspiel-Element zusätzlich zum normalen Rennen. Zwei Teilnehmer werden als „Turkeys“ bestimmt, bekommen einen Vorsprung und kriegen Flag-Football-Gürtel umgeschnallt. Die anderen Läufer haben eine Runde Zeit, um sie einzuholen. Jeder „Turkey“ trägt nur eine Flagge; wer eine Flagge zieht, gewinnt einen Preis. Der 5K ist mit Chip-Zeitnahme, die schnellsten Männer und Frauen insgesamt bekommen Preise, genauso wie die Altersklassensieger von 0-9 bis 70+. Alle, die ins Ziel kommen, kriegen eine spezielle Medaille und ein Laufshirt. Außerdem gibt's Musik, Familienaktivitäten, Startunterlagen kann man schon vor dem Rennmorgen abholen und kostenloses Parken direkt am Rotary Park.

Naples Gobble Gobble is a Thanksgiving morning run and walk held at The Village Shops in Naples, Florida. The main event offers a four-mile walk/run with a competitive chip-timed option, a noncompetitive four-mile fun run/walk, a one-mile fun walk/run, and a Lil’ Gobbler’s dash for children six and under. It is designed for families and racers alike, encouraging Thanksgiving-themed attire and using staggered early-morning starts before the holiday begins. Both routes begin and end at The Village Shops, with the one-mile and four-mile paths extending north and south from the shopping area. The event is cup-free, promoting a more environmentally friendly setup than typical road races. Proceeds benefit St. Matthew’s House, which has assisted individuals experiencing homelessness and hunger in Collier County since 1987, and Kids on the Go, a program that combats childhood obesity by having children complete 26.2 miles over 12 weeks. Parking is integrated into the race logistics: offsite lots at Northern Trust and the Trianon Center are recommended, with shuttles transporting participants to the start, and onsite VIP parking reserved for vehicles with four or more occupants.