5K races near Casselberry

Sazón & Sneakers 5K is a chip-timed 5K run/walk in Lake Mary, Florida, hosted by Spanish Girls Run, a nonprofit 501(c)(3). The race concludes Hispanic Heritage Month, begins early, and limits participants to 500. It is suitable for beginners, with timing and scoring via a disposable chip on the race bib. The course is USATF certified, described by organizers as fast and flat, ideal for first-timers and those aiming for a faster 5K time. The event offers finisher medals, awards for top overall men and women, age-group awards, a free kids race for ages 10 and under, community vendors, and sponsor activities. Proceeds support Spanish Girls Run programs such as a free Women's Self-Defense Seminar, Miles for Dignity, Meals for the Soul, scholarships for Latina women, and race-fee sponsorships for women running their first finish line.

The Howl-o-ween 5K in Orlando is a Saturday-in-October run/walk at Blue Jacket Park with a Halloween theme and dogs welcome on the course. It starts at 9:00 a.m. Eastern, is open to ages 3 and up, and supports animal shelters, pet lovers, and animal charities rather than feeling like a strictly competitive road race. Participants can run or walk with or without a pet, and dogs do not need their own registration. Entry includes a short-sleeve shirt, finisher medal, chip-timed bib, live results, finish-line treats for both humans and dogs, and a doggie charm for every participant. J3 Timing handles scoring, results are posted online, packet pickup is available on race morning, awards are ready at the registration tent after the finish, and there is also a virtual option for people who cannot attend in person.

The Haunted 5K, 10K, and 13.1M is a morning race held in DeLand, Florida. All three distances begin at 8:30 AM. Runners select a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, register in advance via RunSignup, and collect their packets just before the start. The courses consist of repeated out-and-back sections, making it suitable for those who prefer a straightforward path with frequent views of the same locations. The 5K covers its out-and-back segment twice, the 10K covers it four times, and the half marathon uses an extended out-and-back segment six times. The race has a 3 hour 30 minute time limit. Parking at the start is restricted, with additional parking available half a mile away, so early arrival is recommended.

The Haunted 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, Florida, is a US Road Running event. It begins at 8:00 AM and offers two distances along the same asphalt path. Participants must register beforehand via RunSignup. Packet pickup is available from 30 minutes before the start until 10 minutes before it; on-site registration is not offered. The course follows a short out-and-back format. One full loop measures 1.56 miles. The 5K distance requires completing the loop twice, while the 10K requires four loops. The event has a 2-hour time limit. Parking is situated near the start, with additional overflow parking provided. The Haunted theme is reflected through finisher medals, awards, series points, and a best costume prize.

The AdventHealth Great Floridian Multisport Festival takes place over two days in October at Waterfront Park in Clermont, Florida, a World Triathlon Destination. The main event is the full-distance Great Floridian Triathlon, which has been held continuously in the continental United States longer than any other full-distance triathlon. The schedule also includes half-distance, sprint, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, relay, run, walk, and virtual race options. The most unique event is the Triple Triathlon, requiring athletes to complete three sprint triathlons consecutively. Triple Duathlon, Triple Aquabike, and Triple Triathlon Relay options are also available. The weekend begins with a 15K and 5K Run/Walk on the South Lake Trail for runners, and teams can participate in various relay categories.

The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend is part of the runDisney race series held at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It includes a 5K, 10K, and a 13.1-mile half marathon. The half marathon begins at 5:00 AM Eastern Time. The weekend's theme draws inspiration from the flavors and narratives found within the World Showcase pavilions at EPCOT. The half marathon course guides participants through EPCOT and extends into other areas of Walt Disney World Resort. Mary Poppins serves as the race hostess. Each race awards finishers a unique medal, and participants completing the challenge receive an additional bonus medal. The weekend culminates with a post-race party at EPCOT. Entry is included for half marathon and challenge runners, with options for friends and family to purchase tickets.

TECH CORPS Group Registration is a charity-entry option within the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend in Kissimmee, Florida. The listing includes a 5K and another distance option, with registration starting at $112, and it sits under the event’s adventure-race category rather than a standard local road-race listing. Runners join the TECH CORPS team and fundraise in addition to the race fee, with individual fundraising pages and support from the organization. The #RunforPi campaign supports K-12 STEM learning, including professional learning for educators and student programs tied to software development, AI, mathematics, and data science. The group also asks runners to run for someone who inspires them, tying the Disney race weekend to a specific education mission.

Spooky Sprint Orlando is a Halloween-themed race at Jay Blanchard Park in Union Park, near Orlando, offering distances for many types of runners. The in-person events include a timed 5K, 10K, and half marathon, an untimed 1 mile, and a kids dash for children 10 and under. It is designed for families and regular runners alike, with youth pricing for the 5K and 10K and a free kids dash option for children not wanting the shirt and medal package. The race setup is straightforward: chip timing, live results, awards, free race photos, and treats at the finish line. The 5K, 10K, half marathon, and 1 mile entries include a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal, while the kids dash comes with a mini bib, youth shirt, and its own medal. A virtual option is available for runners who want the merchandise but cannot attend in person, and a Volunteer then Run entry allows people to help with the event before participating themselves.

PawPals 4 Life 5k is an off-road 5k for runners and walkers, with both an in-person race and a virtual option. The in-person field is limited, while the virtual version lets people cover the distance on their own during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. The race is presented by Pawfields Enrichment Group and supports the ASPCA. Its focus is pet enrichment and shelter-dog awareness, with the organizers framing dogs as family rather than accessories. Human participants receive an official race bib, and the event encourages PawRents and PawPals to gather around socialization, training, and animal welfare.