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Saturday, April 10th, 2027
Northwest Recreation Complex, Apopka FL
5K · 1 Mile
62–82°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
60–77°F
dry
2025
59–81°F
dry
2024
65–87°F
dry
2023
63–74°F
rain
2022
47–71°F
dry
2021
65–91°F
rain
2020
67–85°F
dry
2019
65–80°F
dry
2018
64–74°F
rain
2017
61–80°F
dry
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About this race
This is a family fun 5K (3.1 mile) walk/run and a one mile walk/run on a flat course with lots of entertainment for all to enjoy whether you are a serious runner or just want to have fun. You choose if you want to walk/run the one mile or the 5K or if you want to take the Bahia Shrine Challenge and walk/run the one mile then the 5K. Come join in on our event and enjoy entertainment from the Bahia Shrine parade units. We have a fun 0.05k (164 feet) race that anyone can participate in. The guest of honor is Sir Gus, Jr.*, our furry camel who will be awaiting your visits for photos, carrots and kisses. The race goes on rain or shine, no back-up date. In the event of a cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances, the race will switch to virtual, therefore you can still get your t-shirt and medal. There are no refunds for this event however if for some reason you registered for the 5K and are unable to attend the event, please contact the Race Director and switch to a virtual. We appreciate your support.
* Sir Gus, Jr., is an animal so there is a possibility that depending on the weather and transportation he may not be able to make an appearance. *
All 5K participants will get a nice shirt (only guaranteed if registered prior to March 15, 2024) and an awesome finishers medal.
There will be awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall as well as age group awards. The age group awards are male and female as follows: 7 & under, 8-10, 11-13, 14-18,19-24,25-29,30-34,35-39, 40-44, 45-49,50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, and 85-89.
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