Light the Path Fun Run and Walk 2027
- Date
- Saturday, April 10, 2027
- Start time
- 6:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Entry fee
- From $35
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Fun Run and Walk | 5K | Apr 10, 20276:30 AM | $35 | – |
| Virtual 5k Run and WalkVirtual | 5K | Apr 10, 20276:30 AM | $35 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Florida ($34.50).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Orlando runs 37:08, about 11:57 a mile, based on 54 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:48 and men in 32:39.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:06 AM, and the 5k Fun Run and Walk starts at 6:30 AM. The start sits about 90 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
2501 General Rees Ave, Orlando, FL 32814
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 April 10 the day usually runs from 63°F at dawn to 83°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 27% of days. Cold snaps dip to 56°F and hot years reach 89°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
- 2501 General Rees Ave, Orlando, FL 32814Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 90 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Apr 10, 2027), 2026 (Apr 11, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Light the Path Fun Run and Walk?
- Saturday, April 10, 2027, starting at 6:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
- Is the entry fee high for Florida?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Florida ($34.50).
- 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.
- Where does it start?
- 2501 General Rees Ave, Orlando, FL 32814.
From the organizers
Light the Path: Fun Run and Walk brings our community together in a vibrant, family-friendly experience focused on child safety, prevention education, and hope.
This inaugural event shines a light on the importance of awareness, education, and strong support systems for young people.
Funds raised directly support Paving the Way Foundation’s prevention education programs, equipping children, families, and educators with the tools they need to recognize risks, build confidence, and make empowered choices. By participating you are not just supporting an event — you are helping protect children and strengthen the future of our community.