12th Annual Save A Heart Hybrid 5K

Event Overview

• Date: September 13, 2026
• Location: Whispering Pines Park, Inverness, FL
• URL: Save A Heart Hybrid 5K
• Type: Annual Hybrid Event

Purpose

• Health Benefits: Participation improves brain health, strengthens bones and muscles, reduces disease risk.
• Aim: To get residents and visitors active at no cost while improving fitness and mood.
• World Heart Day: Celebrated on September 29 to raise awareness about heart health.
• Status: No-cost event hosted by the Florida Department of Health in Citrus County.

Registration Details

• Open Date: August 3, 2026
• Close Date: September 13, 2026
• Special Offer: First 200 registrants receive a commemorative T-Shirt and Swag bag.
• In-Person Event: Held on September 19, 2026 starting at 9 AM.

Participation Guidelines

• Tracking: Participants can upload results from September 13 to September 19.
• Activities: Choose from walking, running, cycling, swimming, and more.
• Virtual Instructions: Virtual participants will receive email instructions for result uploads.
• Social Aspect: Participants may join individually or within teams.

Swag Bag Information

• Commemorative T-Shirt: Available while supplies last for registered participants.
• Pickup Location: IFAS building next to DOH-Citrus, 3650 West Sovereign Path, Lecanto, FL 34461.
• Pickup Dates:
  • Monday, September 14, 2026 - 2 - 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - 9 - 11 a.m.
  • Thursday, September 17, 2026 - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
• Swag Bag Contents: Includes additional items alongside the T-shirt.