Running Wild in Wekiva 5k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Sorrento, Florida
- Entry fee
- From $30
- 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 Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 17, 20268:30 AM | $30 | – |
| Virtual 5kVirtual | 5K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $35$40 after Oct 2, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $30 until Oct 1, then $30 until Oct 16, then $35 until Oct 17.
Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $30, entry is about 13 percent below a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Florida runs 37:38, about 12:07 a mile, based on 1,089 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:57 and men in 33:05.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:27 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 50 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
26656 County Road 46a, Sorrento, FL 32776
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 17 the day usually runs from 66°F at dawn to 82°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 57°F and hot years reach 86°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
- 26656 County Road 46a, Sorrento, FL 32776Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 50 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Running Wild in Wekiva 5k?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Florida?
- At $30, entry is about 13 percent below 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?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 26656 County Road 46a, Sorrento, FL 32776.
From the organizers
Get ready to Run Wild in Wekiva! Join us on October 17, 2026, for a fun and scenic race through the beautiful Wekiva area while supporting PEO Chapter JD and local scholarships. Runner and walkers will enjoy professional chip timing and scoring, age-group awards, a custom finisher medal, and an exclusive event shirt. Come run for a great cause.