In 8 days · Sat, Oct 24, 2026
Don't let race day sneak up
One email during race week. That's it.
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
3002 Beaver Pond Trail, Valrico FL
5K
66–82°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
61–84°F
dry
2024
64–82°F
dry
2023
66–85°F
dry
2022
64–82°F
dry
2021
73–85°F
rain
2020
71–85°F
dry
2019
72–88°F
dry
2018
69–83°F
dry
2017
65–79°F
dry
2016
58–77°F
dry
Best months to race in Florida →
Race-day ready
Everything but the shoes.
Real running socks, a bib belt, anti-chafe — the cheap upgrades that matter.
Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 24
Rain likely · 69–83°F
Saturday, Oct 24starts near 69°F · 12% chance of rain · wind up to 17 mph
About this race
Black Cat 5K Fun Run & Walk
Join us for the Sixth Annual Black Cat 5K Fun Run & Walk benefiting A Kitten Place Rescue! Participants can choose between our untimed 5K Fun Run/Walk or a relaxed one-mile walk around the lake. After the race, stick around for music, refreshments, raffles, silent auction, awards, and our crowd-favorite costume contest!
Event Details
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Twin Lakes Neighborhood
3002 Beaver Pond Trail
Valrico, FL 33596
Schedule
7:30 AM — Registration & Check-In
8:15 AM — 5K Start (Runners)
8:15 AM — 1 Mile Walk Start
Early Packet Pick-Up
Sunday, October 18, 2026 (12-3:00 PM)
Includes Adoption Event!
Pet Supplies Plus - Valrico
1937 East State Road 60
Valrico, FL 33594
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 (4:30-7:30 PM)
Fit2Run - Brandon Mall
459 Brandon Town Center Dr
Brandon, FL 33511
All participants will receive an event t-shirt and goodie bag while supplies last.
Cat Litter & Toy Drive
Bring a donation of clumping or non-clumping cat litter and/or cat and kitten toys to be entered into a special raffle drawing! Winners must be present to claim prizes.
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near Valrico to train with before race day.
Suggested Races
Organize this race?
Claim it free to manage your listing — and get it featured for free, while spots last.