Sprint into Spring Training

SPRINT INTO SPRING TRAINING

Benefiting Junior League of the Palm Beaches

April 3, 2027 | Cacti Park, West Palm Beach

Event Overview

Join us for the Junior League of the Palm Beaches Sprint into Spring Training 5K at Cacti Park, an exciting event that combines fitness and fun in an unforgettable setting! This year, runners will have the incredible opportunity to traverse the fields of not one, but two Major League Baseball teams, making for a truly memorable experience at the only race of its kind in South Florida.

• Family Fun: Families are invited to participate, with the kids' race culminating in a thrilling finish at home plate, where young athletes can feel like champions.
• All Levels Welcome: Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, this event promises to be a fantastic celebration of community spirit and athleticism.
• Unique Opportunity: The overall winners for Men and Women will have the opportunity of a lifetime, to throw out a first pitch at a MLB Spring Training game.

Race Day Schedule

• 6:30AM-7:45AM: Race day registration and packet pickup
• 8AM: 5K Start
• 9AM: Kids Dash
• 9:10AM: Awards Ceremony

Early Packet Pickup

All participants are required to wear the official race bib during the race. For your convenience, you may pick up your packet which includes bib, shirt and goody bag in advance on Thursday, March 30 from 4:30PM to 6:30PM at Run Appeal.

• Date: Thursday, March 30
• Time: 4:30PM-6:30PM
• Location: Run Appeal, 2505 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33409
• Directions: The store is located 1 mile west of I-95 on Okeechobee Blvd, next to Havertys.

Please do not contact the Run Appeal store for any race or packet pickup related questions. All race questions must be addressed to [email protected] or 561 222 7511.

• Picking Up for Others: Picking up for more than 3 people? Please send us a list with all names to [email protected] by 3PM the day before pickup so we can prepare the packets in advance.
• Packet Pickup: Participants unable to get to packet pickup may have someone else pick up their packet for them at the packet pickup from 4:30PM to 6:30PM at Run Appeal.

Race Day Packet Pickup

Race day packet from 6:30AM to 7:45AM at the race site.

Important Notices

Dogs: Dogs are not allowed at Cacti Park as per the ballpark's policy. Please leave your dog at home.

Field Turf Guidelines: Please do not walk or run on the field turf. The field turf at Ballpark of the Palm Beaches is delicate and specifically maintained for baseball activities. Walking or running on the turf can cause damage and impact future events held at the venue.

More Information

For more details and to register, visit the official race page here.