Mother's Day 5K – Ocala, Florida | 2027 Event Details

Location:
151 SE Osceola Ave
Ocala, FL 34471

Starting downtown, athletes will run through Ocala’s beautiful Historic District and finish in Citizens Circle.

Event Overview

Celebrate the moms in your life at the 6th Annual Mother’s Day 5K in Ocala, a community-focused run through the Ocala Historic District. This event is perfect for runners, walkers, and families looking for a Mother’s Day race in North Central Florida.

After you cross the finish line in Citizens Circle, stay for music, raffle drawings, and a festive Mother’s Day celebration.

What Participants Receive

• Soft race T-shirt: Included with registration.
• Race medal:
  • First 500 sign-ups receive the current year’s Mother’s Day 5K medal.
  • All additional participants receive medals from previous events or an alternate similar medal.
• A flower for every mom: Given at the event.
• Raffle ticket: One for multiple prize drawings (must be present to win).

Registration Pricing

• $30: Super Early Bird (Expires 5/17/26)
• $35: Through March 31
• $40: April 1 to April 30
• $45: May 1 until the day before the event
• $50: Race day registration

Processing fees and taxes apply to all registration tiers.

This is one of the most popular spring 5Ks in Ocala, so early registration is encouraged to guarantee your shirt size and medal.

Packet Pick-Up

THURSDAY

Location: Running Elements
29 NE 1st Ave Suite E
Ocala, FL 34470

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Race Morning

On-site Registration and Packet Pick-Up: Starts at 7:00 AM

Race Schedule

• 5K Start: 8:00 AM
• Awards Ceremony: 9:15 AM

Awards:

• Standard age group awards.
• Additional award for Top Mother.
• Additional award for Top Grandmother.

No Dog Policy for Our 5K Races

We love dogs and understand they are part of the family, but we cannot permit them to participate in our 5K races. This policy is in place because our event insurance does not cover the participation of dogs, and we must prioritize the safety and well-being of all participants.

Key Points of the Policy

• No dogs allowed on the course: For safety and liability reasons, dogs are not permitted to accompany runners or walkers during the race.
• Spectator pets: Well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome to spectate along the sidelines, provided they remain under control and do not enter the race course.
• Service animals: Registered service animals are an exception to this rule and are allowed under applicable laws and protections.
• Alternative participation options: If you’re looking for a dog-friendly race experience, reach out to us and we can share recommendations for other events in the area that welcome canine companions.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and enjoyable race for everyone involved.

For more details visit the race page: Mother's Day 5K Registration.