In 23 days · Sat, Oct 3, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
555 Ledwith Ave., Haines City FL
Distance
5K
Typical weather
72–85°F · rain likely
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
72–85°F
dry
2024
74–87°F
rain
2023
71–85°F
dry
2022
64–81°F
dry
2021
70–88°F
dry
2020
68–80°F
rain
2019
73–89°F
dry
2018
72–86°F
dry
2017
73–82°F
dry
2016
73–84°F
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Mayor's 5K Run/Walk
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Location: 555 Ledwith Ave., Haines City, FL
- URL: Mayor's 5K Registration
Event Details
- Benefit: Supports Haines City’s Relay for Life
- Start/Finish: Begins and ends at Lake Eva Park
- Registration Fees: $25 for adults (18+), $21 for youth (17 and under), $20 for groups (15+)
- Included: All participants receive a t-shirt and medals for finishers
Awards
- Trophies: Awarded to top 3 male and female participants in adult and youth categories
- Medals: Given to all finishers
Group Registration
- Contact: Haines City Parks and Rec staff
- Email: [email protected]
Contact Information
- Department: Parks and Recreation Department
- Phone: 863-421-3700
Race Route
- Start: Lake Eva Park
- Route: 3rd St. - Wood Ave. - S 1st St. - Peninsular Ave. - Peninsular Dr. - Alta Vista Dr. - S. 10th St. (Runners will be past approximately 7:45 AM)
- Finish: Great Lawn
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