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Saturday, November 14th, 2026
Jock Leighton Park, Palm City FL
5K
68–79°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
59–78°F
dry
2024
72–82°F
dry
2023
73–79°F
rain
2022
69–78°F
dry
2021
60–74°F
dry
2020
75–81°F
rain
2019
73–78°F
dry
2018
71–82°F
dry
2017
71–78°F
rain
2016
67–80°F
dry
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About this race
Join the Palm City Chamber of Commerce, local veterans, and our community at Jock Leighton Park for the annual Veterans Memorial Bridge 5K. Whether you choose to run or walk, participants will cross the Veterans Memorial Bridge using both the eastbound and westbound sidewalks, with a short section through the park to complete the official 5K distance.
Each registered participant will receive a finisher medal, and awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top male and female runners in each age group.
PACKET PICK UP:
Packet pickup will take place at the Palm City Chamber of Commerce Office (also known as the Palm City Community Center) — located directly at the foot of the Palm City Bridge:
2701 SW Cornell Ave, Palm City
Wednesday, November 11th: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thursday, November 12th: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
T-Shirts: If you registered before the cutoff date of October 31st, your shirt will be included with your packet.
Race Day Packet Pickup:If you’re unable to make it during the scheduled pickup times, we’ll also have packet pickup available the morning of the race at Jock Leighton Park, underneath the pavilion in front of the playground.
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