Fantasy Fest 5K Run/Walk 2026
- Date
- Monday, October 19, 2026
- Start time
- 6:00 PM start (New York)
- Location
- Key West, Florida
- Entry fee
- From $51.99 · goes up to $56.99 on Oct 16, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
We earn a small commission when you register through this link, at no cost to you. Details
Add to calendar: Apple or Outlook · Google
Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K RUN | 5K | Oct 19, 20266:00 PM | $51.99$56.99 after Oct 16, 2026 | – |
| 5K Walk | 5K | Oct 19, 20266:00 PM | $51.99$56.99 after Oct 16, 2026 | – |
| Run Like A Rockstar 1 Mile (Untimed) | 1 Mile | Oct 19, 20266:03 PM | $51.99$56.99 after Oct 16, 2026 | – |
| Virtual 5KVirtual | 5K | Oct 19, 20266:00 PM | $51.99$56.99 after Oct 16, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $56.99 on Oct 16, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $51.99 until Oct 15, then $56.99 until Oct 19.
Online registration closes Oct 19, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $51.99, entry is about 51 percent above a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Key West runs 35:09, about 11:19 a mile, based on 12 races with published results. Women typically finish in 36:57 and men in 32:30.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:26 AM, and the 5K RUN starts at 6:00 PM. The start sits about 0 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
203 Duvall Street, Key West, FL 33040
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 October 19 the day usually runs from 78°F at dawn to 82°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 32% of days. Cold snaps dip to 75°F and hot years reach 84°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
- 203 Duvall Street, Key West, FL 33040Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 0 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 19, 2026), 2025 (Oct 20, 2025)
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
Plan your race
Quick answers
- When is Fantasy Fest 5K Run/Walk?
- Monday, October 19, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $51.99 before processing fees, and rises to $56.99 on Oct 16, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 19, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Florida?
- At $51.99, entry is about 51 percent above a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 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?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 203 Duvall Street, Key West, FL 33040.
From the organizers
This Fantasy Fest Musical Themed 5K kicks off at the Tiki House Key West on Duval Street at 6:00PM. Run/Walk your way down Duval and even do a shot on the course. Cross the finish line and receive your Whimsical Race Medal and continue the fun at the Post-Race Party at the Tiki House Key West where everyone will celebrate with a free beer, themed drink or soft drink and their signature Hostess Twinkie Cake.