Venice, Florida · Sunday, January 31, 2027
The Piggy's Revenge 2027 Off Road Challenge is a cycling, gravel, and mountain biking event held on Sunday, January 31, 2027. It is located at 1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy in Venice, Florida.
Trick or Trot 5K Trail Run
Presented by Mazda of Port Charlotte
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
The Race Starts at 8:00 AM
Get ready to Zoom-Zoom your way to a spooky good time! The Zoomers Southwest Florida Running & Triathlon Club is thrilled to announce the annual Trick or Trot 5K Trail Run/1 Mile Trail Walk. Thanks to our title sponsor, Mazda of Port Charlotte, we can make this a fun and memorable race-day experience!
Join fellow ghouls and goblins for a fun-filled, Witch and Zombie-themed 5K trail run or 1-mile Zombie walk through the beautiful Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park. Our smooth mixed-surface trail features mostly dirt and gravel, perfect for runners and walkers of all levels.
5K runners receive a race shirt, bib, and an awesome finisher medal with a sliding character on the medal!
1-mile walkers receive a shirt and a bib.
After crossing the finish line, enjoy post-race food and refreshments for all ages.
Channel your inner zombie, witch, or hero! Costumes are encouraged, and there will be awards for the best costume.
This event is perfect for the whole family! Kids aged 1-14 can join in on the fun for a special rate.
Prizes and Awards for 5k:
Compete to win Male and Female Overall, Youth, Masters (40+), Grandmaster (50+), Senior Grandmaster (60+), and Veterans (70+), and the top 3 Male/Female in each age group. 0-9, 10-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. 5k participants will receive a finisher medal.
Registration Pricing:
$30.00 through September 2
$35.00 through September 30
$40.00 through October 17.
$45.00 October 18 - Race Day
Kids Ages 1-16: $23.00
Zoomers Club Members: Enjoy a $5.00 discount for both adults and kids until registration closes!
To guarantee your shirt and size, please register by September 23, 2026.
Join Us for a Great Cause
The annual Trick or Trot event helps us fund the Zoomers Scholarship Award—supporting graduating seniors as they take their next big step. Whether that path leads to college, trade school, or military service, we’re proud to support their journey.
Thanks to the continued generosity of our running community, sponsors, and donors, we’ve awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships to local students, including:
– Ava Taylor (2025)
– Savannah Morgan (2024)
– Keagan DiPietro (2024)
– Brendan Flavin (2023)
– Tori Belcher (2023)
– Joseph Smith (2021)
– Hailey Doyle (2021)
– Sebastian Holmes (2020)
– Dr. Darielle Costa (2017)
…and many more inspiring young adults.
Your support makes a difference—one stride at a time.
Click Here to Download Sponsorship Package Form <<
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Why Participate?
Zoom-Zoom with Mazda: Experience the thrill of zooming through the trail, costumes, and supporting a fantastic cause.
Community Spirit: Join an enthusiastic community of runners and walkers, united by a love for fitness, fun, and giving back to the community.
Spooky Fun: Get into the spirit with costumes, decorations, and a spooky atmosphere all around.
Ready to Run?
Don't miss out on this exciting event! Register now and secure your spot in the spookiest, most exciting 5K trail run around. For more information and updates, follow us on Facebook. We can't wait to see you there in your best Halloween attire!
Register today and get ready to Zoom-Zoom your way into a fantastic Halloween Trail Run experience! See you on race day!
Proceeds will benefit THE ZOOMERS SCHOLARSHIP FUND. If you are unable to race and would like to support THE ZOOMERS SCHOLARSHIP FUND, click on the 'Donate' button above.
Important Information
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Race Start Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park, 6791 San Casa Dr., Englewood, FL 34224
Shirt Deadline: September 23, 2026. Additional shirts have been ordered and will be distributed on a first come first serve basis at pre-race packet pickup.
Course Map: https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/vbN285It2a
Packet Pickup:
Mazda of Port Charlotte
Thursday, October 15, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park
Friday, October 16, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Race Day - Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park
Saturday, October 17, from 6:30 a.m. to 7:50 a.m.
12th Anniversary WOW (Women on Wheels) Ride
Stars, Stripes & Spokes
Join women from across the region for the 12th Anniversary WOW Ride, hosted by the Village Idiots Cycling Club of Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, and Sarasota.
Celebrating cycling, community, and America’s upcoming 250th birthday, WOW welcomes women of all abilities—from first-time event riders to experienced cyclists.
What’s New for 2026?
New venue
New routes
Saturday Night Social at Big Top Brewing Co. Sarasota featuring Amanda Coker, Guinness World Record holder for the greatest distance cycled in one year: 86,573 miles.
Multiple route options ensure there’s a ride for every goal and experience level.
Special Edition WOW Jersey
Register by July 31 to receive the exclusive Stars, Stripes & Spokes event jersey.
Supporting a Great Cause
Proceeds benefit Selah Freedom, helping survivors of sex trafficking through prevention, outreach, and restoration programs.
Gather your friends, add a little red, white, and blue to your bike, and celebrate women’s cycling with us.
Ride Strong. Ride Together. Ride WOW.
Location: We are at the Farm Bureau on Palmer Ave this year. There is a pavilion with picnic tables where we can eat lunch from Detwiler's afterwards & bathrooms available.
Closest hotels:
If you want to ride your bike to the event: Home2 Suites by Hilton Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge or Sun Outdoors Sarasota on Fruitville (also good for RVs)
If you want to be closest to the mall & Benderson Park look at hotels on University: The Hampton Inn & Courtyard are within walking distance of restaurants and stores. The east side of 75, you will be driving to stores, but it's a quick trip & there's a Publix right there.
Area highlights:
Celery Fields - great for birding & running or walking
Big Cat Habitat
Myakka State Park - great for a casual bike ride, a hike or to see birds & gators
Nathan Benderson Park - great for a pre-ride, walk, or run around the lake
Waterside - neighborhood with stores, restaurants, brewery, corn hole, volleyball and kids splash park
Lakewood Ranch Main Street - great restaurants & mini golf
UTC mall area - great restaurants, Mote Aquarium & PopStroke
Beaches: Lido Beach & Siesta Key are both ~30 minutes away