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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run/Walk | 5K | Feb 27, 20279:00 AM | $35$40 after Feb 1, 2027 | 400 |
| Virtual 5k Run/WalkVirtual | 5K | Feb 27, 20279:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $40 on Feb 1, 2027.
Online registration closes Feb 27, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Florida ($34.50).
A typical finisher at a 5K in Venice runs 35:56, about 11:34 a mile, based on 16 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:07 and men in 32:33.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:56 AM, and the 5k Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 10 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
2500 Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice, FL 34293
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (SKTPS Timing) for Shoot for the Stars 5k. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 27:07 or better, the top quarter in 31:57, and half the field in 38:23; the last tenth came in after 51:53.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 28:05 | 24:07 |
| 20-29 | 36:11 | 31:12 |
| 30-39 | 29:41 | 26:33 |
| 40-49 | 27:10 | 25:46 |
| 50-59 | 33:53 | 28:56 |
| 60-69 | 35:20 | 35:35 |
| 70+ | 36:31 | 38:15 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Up 7 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2024 to 2026, the field went from 233 to 250 finishers, and the median time dropped from 40:01 to 38:23.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 250 (+5%) | 38:23 | under 27:07 | 22:16 |
| 2025 | 237 (+2%) | 35:30 | under 25:48 | 18:52 |
| 2024 | 233 | 40:01 | under 27:59 | 21:39 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most Florida 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 31:57, against 29:59 in a typical Florida 5K, so times here run 7 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around February 27 the day usually runs from 62°F at dawn to 81°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 48°F and hot years reach 87°F.
Based on 76 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Shoot for the Stars 5k cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
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Taylor Ranch Elementary School is excited for the return of Shoot for the Stars 5k on February 27, 2027!
A great morning event with something for everyone! Chip-timed 5K with awards suitable for all ages and all levels. And a great post-race celebration. The race starts at 9 am.
Your 5K race swag includes:
Custom Shoot for the Stars finisher medal for the 5K finishers!
Custom Short-Sleeve Race Shirt. (Subject to availability, style and color may change)
Shirt deadline: End of January. After this time, shirts or sizes are not guaranteed and will be limited to what is available to choose on RunSignUp.