900 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines FL
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
The 9th Annual Krista-Marie Touch of Love Charity 5K
April is Autism Month!
Event Date: April 12, 2026
Location: 900 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines, FL
Race Details
- Start Time: The race starts promptly at 7:00 A.M. so arrive early to park, stretch, and grab some food and refreshments offered by our finest community sponsors.
- T-Shirts: FREE event shirts for the first 500 at Early Packet Pickup.
- Medals: Beautiful race medals for the first 500 crossing the FINISH LINE!
- Plaques: Best Male and Female Plaques will be awarded along with Age Medals.
KID LOVE DASH
- Age Group: For children ages 2-10, we offer an exciting opportunity to participate in the Kids Dash. All registered children will receive an inspired finisher medal!
- Start Time: Kids Dash starts at 8:00 A.M. after the 5K race.
- Distances: Ages 3 & Under 25m, Ages 4-5 100m, Ages 6-7 200m, Ages 8-10 400m (1/4 mile).
- Activities: Costume Contest, Pet Friendly, and Fun for all ages and abilities!
Event Features
- Sponsorship: Sponsorship, Vendor, and Volunteer Opportunities available!
- Refreshments: Food, Refreshments, and Music will be provided!
- Course: Our 5K Run/Walk4LOVE goes through an amazing trail embraced by tall beautiful trees. As you reach the FINISH LINE, you will be congratulated with a smile, a bottle of water, and a heartwarming medal (medals limited to the first 500 to go through the finish line).
- Parking: $3 per vehicle at park entrance.
Early Packet Pickup
- Purpose: Be prepared, avoid the lines, and get your FREE event shirt and bib (limited to the first 500).
- Date: Saturday, April 11th.
- Time: 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
- Location: Runner's Depot, 1378 Weston Road, Weston, FL. 33326. Phone: (754) 265-7026.
Mission Statement
- Non-Profit: We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) with a mission to raise educational and therapy funds for children diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.
- In Memory: In memory of Krista-Marie may we always remember her unconditional love towards the people whose hearts she touched.
More Information
For more details about the race, visit The 9th Annual Krista-Marie Touch of Love Charity 5K.
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