Daytona Beach Memorial Day 5k 2027
- Date
- Saturday, May 29, 2027
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Daytona Beach, Florida
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | May 29, 20277:30 AM | $25 | – |
| Kids Fun Run - 100 meters | Kids | May 29, 20278:50 AM | Free | – |
| Virtual 5kVirtual | 5K | May 29, 20271:00 AM | $30 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5K Run/Walk: $25 until May 29.
- Kids Fun Run - 100 meters: Free until May 29.
Online registration closes May 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Daytona Beach runs 37:22, about 12:02 a mile, based on 9 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:56 and men in 33:13.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:25 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
471 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around May 29 the day usually runs from 73°F at dawn to 85°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 43% of days. Cold snaps dip to 69°F and hot years reach 90°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 471 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (May 29, 2027)
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Quick answers
- When is Daytona Beach Memorial Day 5k?
- Saturday, May 29, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Florida?
- At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 471 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118.
From the organizers
🏖️ Join Us for the Ultimate Summer Send-Off at the Daytona Beach Memorial Day 5K! ⭐
🏃♂️ Gather your co-workers, family, friends, and running buddies to kick off Labor Day weekend on the World's Most Famous Beach! Whether you're chasing a personal best or enjoying a fun run with family and friends, this Labor Day tradition is the perfect way to stay active and celebrate the long weekend. 💪
Your race experience includes:
🏅 Custom finisher medal
🏆 Age group awards
🎵 Music & DJ entertainment
📸 FREE professional race photos
👕 Soft cotton/poly race shirt (available as an add-on for Fun Run participants)
FREE Kids Fun Run!