Melbourne周辺の5Kレース

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Light the Darkness 5K is an evening 5K run and walk on the sand at Lori Wilson Park in Cocoa Beach, Florida. This out-and-back beach race takes place during Human Trafficking Awareness Month, with proceeds supporting efforts to end human trafficking. It also kicks off the Get Outdoors for Freedom Spring & Summer Series. The course begins at the South Entrance area of Lori Wilson Park on N. Atlantic Ave., sending participants out and back along the beach. Head lamps, neon clothing, and lighted accessories are encouraged for the night-race setup, and the event offers extra prizes for the best glow-light outfits. Awards are presented to the top three overall male and female finishers and masters winners; there are no age-group awards. Finishers receive a medal, raffle ticket, drink ticket, and shirt. The race village includes vendors, a food truck, and a virtual race option for those unable to attend in person.

The Cocoa Beach International 5K/10K begins at 8 a.m. in front of Lori Wilson Park in Cocoa Beach, Florida, by the South Pavilion. This is the event's second year, offering participants a choice of a walk, a 5K, or a 10K, with a 1-mile distance also mentioned. The course incorporates sand, and organizers state it might change because of the Martin Luther King holiday. International athletes are anticipated, making the event more than just a local beach run. All finishers will get a medal, and race kits contain a bag and T-shirt. Trophies are awarded to the top overall and age-category finishers.

The Health First Florida Marathon Weekend begins and ends near Riverside Front Street Park in downtown Melbourne, on Florida’s Space Coast. The February race weekend offers runners four options: a marathon, half marathon, Sunshine State Lager 10K, and 5K. The longer races are designed for runners, with a seven-hour time limit for both the marathon and half marathon. The 5K is suitable for walkers and open to participants aged 13 and older. Pacers are available for the marathon and half marathon. Locally, the marathon is considered a strong Boston Marathon qualifying race. The marathon route departs from downtown Melbourne, following US1 and the Indian River, featuring four bridge crossings and four extended five-mile straightaways. Half-marathon participants cross two bridges. Both main races provide a riverfront course with notable elevation changes for Florida. Music is incorporated, with up to 12 acts planned for the half and full marathon routes, and approximately six acts for the 10K and 5K. All finishers receive medals crafted from recycled metals. Participants in all distances get an event hat or visor. The post-race area offers Carib Brewery beer and complimentary finisher photos.