Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL · United States
5K races near Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL
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4JUL
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Firecracker 5K
Melbourne · 10 km away
6JUL
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Freedom Run 5K at Tradition
Port St. Lucie · 80 km away
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11JUL
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Vero Beach Octopus Ultra
Vero Beach · 34 km away
12JUL
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Cocoa International Marathon
Cocoa · 41 km away
18JUL
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Eagle 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (29)
Merritt Island · 45 km away
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18JUL
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Eagle 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Fort Pierce, FL (29)
Fort Pierce · 70 km away
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15AUG
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Ninja 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (33)
Merritt Island · 45 km away
15AUG
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Ninja 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Fort Pierce, FL (33)
Fort Pierce · 70 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
Medal Madness 5K, & 10K at Melbourne
Melbourne · 10 km away
SEP 7
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Vero Beach, FL
Vero Beach · 46 km away
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
Melbourne 9/11 Memorial 5K
Melbourne · 15 km away
12SEP
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Brooklyn Rose Strong 5K
Saint Cloud · 70 km away
13SEP
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ICA 5K For Education
Fort Pierce · 69 km away
13SEP
Run · road · 5K
COCOA INTERNATIONAL HALF MARATHON - 1mile - 5k - 10k - 15k - 21k
Cocoa · 41 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
SVDP Church of Our Saviour FOP 5K Run/Walk
Cocoa Beach · 41 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk
Vero Beach · 49 km away
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL
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City of Rockledge "Rocktober" 5K
The City of Rockledge "Rocktober" 5K is a morning 5K held in Rockledge, Florida. It begins at the Rockledge Civic Hub. This city-run October race starts at 7:30 AM. Registration fees are set for adults and children, with a small discount for runners who opt out of receiving a shirt.
The race benefits Kennedy Middle School's recreational and athletic upgrades. The first 120 registrants receive race T-shirts. Drinks and snacks are provided post-race. Awards are given to overall winners, Masters runners (40+), and the top three finishers in age groups from 9-and-under to 70-plus. Packet pickup is at Rockledge City Hall the day before. Late registration and pickup are available at the Civic Hub on race morning. Dogs are not permitted, except for ADA service animals.
Sprint For Sight 5K
Sprint For Sight 5K is a beachside 5K run/walk at Gleason Park in Indian Harbour Beach, Florida. It takes place in early October with a 7:30 a.m. start and is presented by the Brevard Association for the Advancement of the Blind. The event offers individual registration and a visually impaired division.
Race morning begins with packet pickup and late registration opening at Gleason Park at 6:30 a.m. Packets can also be collected the day before at Running Zone in Melbourne. Following the 5K, awards are presented to overall winners, Masters, Grandmasters, Senior Grandmasters, visually impaired participants, and age-group finishers from young children through 80-plus. Participants receive the annual Sprint for Sight shirt, refreshments, and entry into a grand prize drawing.
Paint the Town Purple 5K
#Be A Buddy 5K
The #Be A Buddy 5K is a Saturday morning 5K held at Space Coast Field of Dreams in West Melbourne, Florida. The in-person race begins at 8:00 AM. Participants can register for the Individual 5K or a Virtual 5K Run/Walk. The event supports The Parker Foundation for Autism and Child Development, a Florida nonprofit established in 2015 that serves Brevard County and surrounding areas.
The race supports the foundation’s Be a Buddy Initiative, which covers Peer Buddy and Buddy Ambassador programs, bullying prevention education, and safety initiatives connecting families with law enforcement and first responders. The foundation provides free resources for children, teens, young adults with autism spectrum disorders and special needs, and their families through its programs. Race-day amenities include a shirt option, finisher medals, post-race refreshments, and awards for age groups and teams based on speed, size, and spirit.
Inaugural Run for Africa 5K
The Inaugural Run for Africa 5K takes place at Max Rodes Park in West Melbourne, Florida. Hosted by One Voice Ministries and Victory Sports, this 5K welcomes runners and walkers of all ages, paces, and ability levels. The race begins at 7:30 a.m. Park gates and registration open early, followed by music, vendor booths, a warm-up, announcements, and the National Anthem. Registered participants receive a personalized bib with an RFID timing chip, an event shirt, and a finisher medal.
The course is contained within Max Rodes Park, utilizing the park's natural setting. The event emphasizes a community festival atmosphere, featuring music, dancing, cultural energy, DJ Petey, awards, and a musical performance by BURKS. The cause is central: One Voice Ministries works to feed hungry people, clothe those in need, visit the sick and imprisoned, support widows, teach its faith, and provide emergency relief in Africa.
D.A.S.H In Life 5K
The D.A.S.H In Life 5K is a November 5K run/walk held in Merritt Island, Florida, and organized by St. Francis Hospice. This event focuses on honoring veterans, inviting participants to pay tribute to their service and sacrifice while supporting the hospice’s mission.
The format involves covering 5 kilometers at your own pace, whether racing, jogging, or walking for the cause. Veterans are central to the day, with sponsor levels using military-honor language like Medal of Honor, Service Cross, Distinguished Service, and Silver Medal partners.
Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets
Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M, Fort Pierce, FL (46)
The Gobbler race in Fort Pierce, Florida, begins near the tennis courts at 5990 Emerson Avenue, offering runners four distance options: 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon. The event commences at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup available 30 minutes prior. Registration must be completed on RunSignup before race day, as no on-site sign-ups are permitted.
The course consists of asphalt with repeated out-and-back segments, meaning participants will traverse the same path multiple times rather than completing a large loop. The 5K involves one out-and-back, the 10K two, the half marathon four, and the marathon eight, all within a 6-hour time limit. Restrooms are located in the pavilion close to the start. The race provides finisher medals, awards, series points, a gear shop, and a best costume prize.
Gobbler 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (47)
The Gobbler 5K & 10K is a local morning race held at Kelly Park West in Merritt Island, Florida. The start is scheduled for 8:00 AM near the tennis courts. Participants can choose between 5K and 10K distances. Registration is exclusively through RunSignup; no race-day signups are permitted on site.
The course consists of an asphalt out-and-back loop within the park. The 5K covers this loop twice, and the 10K covers it four times, meaning runners will traverse the same section multiple times before finishing. Packet pickup is available 30 minutes before the start and concludes 10 minutes prior. Restrooms are located in the pavilion by the starting line. The race has a 2-hour time limit. The listing indicates 46 participants and 30 editions, suggesting a low-key local series with a long-established format.
Pelican Yacht Club Turkey Trot 5K
The Pelican Yacht Club Turkey Trot 5K begins at 7 a.m. EST on Thanksgiving morning on South Hutchinson Island. This public 5K is hosted by the Pelican Yacht Club, which opens its doors to non-members for a holiday run benefiting Jaycee Park and the local running community.
The route winds through neighborhood streets, reaches Ocean Boulevard, includes a jog along the jetty, and finishes back at the Pelican Yacht Club in time for Thanksgiving dinner plans. The race, though in its early editions, is capped at 750 participants and has sold out previously. Non-runners can purchase Zero-K passes, support friends and family, and enjoy poolside mimosas, drinks, and snacks post-run.
19th Annual Trot Against Poverty 5K
The Trot Against Poverty 5K begins Thanksgiving morning at Riverside Park in Vero Beach, Florida, with thousands of runners, joggers, walkers, families, and stroller-pushers expected. It is a professionally timed 5K, suitable for all ages and paces, accommodating those aiming for a personal best and those preferring a holiday walk before their meal.
The race raises funds for United Against Poverty, supporting its Member Share Grocery Programs. The nonprofit's mission is to assist individuals in poverty on their path to economic self-sufficiency. A notable tradition is Turkey Tom, a 25-foot inflatable turkey present before the race, offering participants a photo opportunity. Awards extend beyond standard overall and age-group categories, including prizes for Masters runners, non-binary overall winners, and the fastest stroller divisions.
2026 Vero Beach, FL unite4answers 5k Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk
The unite4answers 5K run/walk at Vero Beach Airport is chip-timed. A free, untimed 1-mile walk is available for those seeking a shorter, simpler route. This event is organized by the Bobby Jones Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation. A virtual 5K option allows participation and support for the cause remotely.
The race focuses on raising awareness and supporting research for Chiari malformation, syringomyelia, and related disorders. The organizing foundation, established in 2007, later licensed Bobby Jones’s name. It reports funding over $6 million for education and research. On race day, 5K participants receive shirts and finisher medals. Fundraisers are eligible for additional prizes, attracting timed runners, walkers, supporters, and families involved with the foundation’s mission.
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Space Coast Training Notes
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL hosts 43 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Palm Bay locals run Malabar Scrub Sanctuary daily, and Turkey Creek Sanctuary trails stay in the regular rotation. Locals use the Al Tuttle paved trail, then cut across part of the sanctuary on the way back. The Viera Wetlands gives runners no cars, lots of scenery and nature, though rain can make parts less useful. The Tuesday crew meets at Hell n Blazes brewery and works the 192 bridge. Space Coast Runners has been active since 1978 with over 1,100 members. Anchor races include Turkey Creek 5K Trail Run, Health First Florida Marathon Weekend, Firecracker 5K, and Spooky 5K Run/Walk.
Riders get plenty of flat base miles across Melbourne, Palm Bay, Titusville, Mims, Scottsmoor, Merritt Island, and Viera. Spacecoast Freewheelers keeps the road scene steady with B and C rated rides, plus Saturday River Road and longer Sunday B rides. The trail runs 1 miles and connects Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge to Titusville, Mims, and Scottsmoor. Old Dixie Highway carries the trail through residential Mims. Gravel days hit Sweetwater to Fort Drum, Three Forks Marsh, Moccasin Island South, Viera Wetlands, N Wickham Rd, and Power Line Rd/Sawmill Grde. The Max Brewer Bridge gives Titusville the steepest hill and the best view. PineappleMan works as the local anchor for tri and duathlon legs.
Late March through early May is a sweet pocket because the trail-side blueberry signs show up near Ever After Farms. October, November, February, May, June, and July all have race reasons to keep the calendar moving. Summer runners get Firecracker 5K on July 4th, and cyclists keep bottles full when the gravel gets long and exposed. Locals treat sunrise beach runs, bridge repeats, and Z2 road miles as the sane summer play. Winter brings Health First Florida Marathon Weekend and Eye of the Dragon 10K & Tail of the Lizard 2 Mile in February. The group vibe stays easy when the cooler air makes intervals, long runs, and casual rides feel lighter.