Be There! 5K

Event Details

Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition (The Youth Fair)
BE THERE! 5K presented by Baptist Health
Date: Saturday, March 20, 2027
Time: 7:30 AM
Location: Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition

Race Overview

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 2027 Youth Fair by running through the midway during the annual run.

Registration Information

Registration & Pricing Info
Registration is now open! Register early to save.

Course Description

Course
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.

Finisher Rewards

Finishers will Receive

• Finishers Medal: A commemorative medal for all finishers.
• Race Shirt: Sizes selected are final.
• Race Bib: Your unique race number to wear during the event.
• Fair Admission: One Admission to the 2027 Youth Fair for Opening Weekend (March 20 or 21).

Packet Pickup Information

Race Packets & Pickup

• Information Coming Soon

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

Supporting the Community

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

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at info@fairexpo.com.

Accessibility 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

For more details, please visit the event page: Be There! 5K.