Be There! 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition (The Youth Fair)
BE THERE! 5K presented by Baptist Health
Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM
Location: Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition

🎉 Race Experience

Run There. BE THERE! The Fair.
The Be There! 5K provides participants a fun course throughout the Miami-Dade County Fairgrounds. Celebrate opening weekend of the 2026 Youth Fair by running through the midway during the annual run.

📝 Registration & Pricing Info

Registration is now open! Register early to save.

🏁 Course Details

The BE THERE 5K begins at the main entrance of The Youth Fair. Participants will run through Tamiami Park then enter the fairgrounds to run alongside the rides, concessions stands, exhibits and cross the finish line on Main Street inside the fairgrounds. The course map will be emailed to participants.

🥇 Finishers’ Rewards

• Finishers Medal: All participants receive a medal.
• Race Shirt: Sizes selected are final.
• Race Bib: Each runner is assigned a bib number.
• Youth Fair Admission: One admission to the 2026 Youth Fair for Opening Weekend (March 14 or 15).

📦 Race Packets & Pickup

• Information Coming Soon: Details regarding packet pickup will be announced.

⏰ Event Schedule

Race Starting Time: 7:30 AM
We recommend that you plan to arrive at least one hour before the start time.

• 5:30 AM: Park opens for parking
• 6:00 AM: Packet Pickup opens
• 7:15 AM: Stretch provided by Legacy Fit Doral
• 7:28 AM: National Anthem
• 7:30 AM: Be There! 5K Starts

🎓 Youth Fair Scholarship Program

Proceeds from the Youth Fair’s Be There! 5K will benefit the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition’s scholarship program. The Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to enriching the community by promoting education and South Florida agriculture while showcasing and rewarding youth achievement. We accomplish this by producing a first-class fair with quality entertainment and providing facilities for year-round events.

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at info@fairexpo.com.

♿ Accessible Information

Call 305-223-7060 or email info@fairexpo.com to request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities, or a sign language interpreter (7 days in advance).

🔗 More Information

Visit the race page for additional details: Be There! 5K Race Page.