In 32 days · Sat, Sep 12, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
121 South Lake Avenue, Lakeland FL
Distances
5K · 10K · 15K
Typical weather
73–87°F · rain likely
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
72–83°F
rain
2024
75–90°F
dry
2023
72–92°F
rain
2022
73–87°F
rain
2021
74–85°F
dry
2020
76–83°F
rain
2019
74–90°F
dry
2018
73–86°F
rain
2017
72–84°F
dry
2016
75–87°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event: Leading Edge Take Heart 10K/5K
- Date: 2026-09-12
- Location: 121 South Lake Avenue, Lakeland, FL
- More Info: Race Registration
Event Purpose
- Annual Event: This is the eighth annual 5K and inaugural 10K.
- Presented By: Leading Edge.
- Beneficiary: Proceeds support Take Heart.
- Mission: Funds raised will create opportunities for orphans and widows in Kenya to overcome poverty through education and entrepreneurship.
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