Diane Keller Kiwanis 5k

Saturday October 17 and Sunday October 18, 2026

Dare to run three races in two days! Or, run 2, or even a single event, the Wicked Triple Fun 10K/5K/Half Marathon is a premier event to raise funds to help with the upkeep and maintenance of the State of the Art Rubberized Track facility this race enabled to be constructed at Fort Walton Beach High School for use by all Okaloosa County Schools. The 10K which starts at 7:30am, Saturday October 17th, is the first leg of the three part series, followed by a sunset 5K later the same day at 5:30pm and a half marathon at 7:30am the next morning. The Half Marathon (including the Triple Challenge participants) has a course limit of 150 people so sign up early!

Price until 8/9: 10K $30 5K $25 Half Marathon $70 Or all 3 for $115

Price 8/10-10/4: 10K $35 5K $30 Half Marathon $75 or all 3 for $130

Price after 10/4: 10K $40 5K $35 Half Marathon $80 or all 3 for $145

Online Registration closes Thursday, 10/16 at midnight. You can still register in person at at any of the packet pick ups including race day! NWFTC members receive a $2 discount for individual race entries. Watch track club newsletters for the discount code.

Everyone participating in all 3 races gets a cool finisher's medal and a Special Edition long sleeve shirt to commemorate your Triple Challenge effort!

Packet pick up will be held on Friday, October 16th from 4 to 6pm at Run With It 21 Racetrack Rd NE, Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547. Day of race registration and packet pick up will be at each race start approximately 1.5 hours prior to race start and will end 15 minutes before the race.

Event details and schedule

All 3 races are fast and flat yet challenging. The 10K course runs through the neighborhoods surrounding downtown Fort Walton Beach. The race start and finish is at Ferry Park on Hughes Street. The 5K course will run along Beachview Drive in Cinco Bayou, start line is across Eglin Parkway from AJs on the Bayou. The Half Marathon starts and finishes at Ferry Park on Hughes Street.

The 10K awards ceremony will take place at a place in Ferry Park immediately following the race. Food, soft drinks and beer will be provided for all of the race participants. The 5K awards ceremony and after party will be held at AJ's on the Bayou. There will be a throwdown on Sunday morning in Ferry Park after the half marathon. The celebration will be for everyone who participated in any of the three races in the Wicked Triple Fun Series. Food, drinks and fun will be provided to congratulate everyone who participated in this grass roots effort to enhance our community by building a rubberized track facility in Okaloosa County.

Awards for Runners in each race:

*Overall Male and Female, Masters, Grand Masters and Senior Grand Masters

*Age group winners: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

*Awards for Walkers in each race:

Overall Male and Female, 2nd and 3rd place male and female

*Awards for the Triple Challenge: All three race times are added up for a total score. Top 5 Male and top 5 Female winners.

🦃 BreatheFL 5K Run/Walk Turkey Trot

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:00am • Ferry Park • Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Start your Thanksgiving season by giving back, getting active, and having a whole lot of fun at the BreatheFL 5K Run/Walk Turkey Trot!

Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, bringing the kids, or simply looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this family-friendly 5K is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. The race will take place around the scenic Ferry Park area in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, with the start and finish at Ferry Park.

And the best part? You’re not just crossing a finish line — you’re helping families breathe a little easier.

Your participation helps support BreatheFL Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families of children living with chronic respiratory illnesses. Funds raised through this event help BreatheFL provide resources, assistance, programs, and community support to families who face the challenges that come with chronic respiratory conditions.

🏃 Race Details

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Location: Ferry Park, Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Check-In: 8:00 AM

Race Start: 9:00 AM

Race Distance: 5K Run/Walk

Course: Outdoor course beginning and ending at Ferry Park

Course Time Limit: No time limit

There will be two water/aid stations along the course — one approximately halfway through the race and another at the finish.

Event details and schedule

👕 Race Shirt & Participation Medal

Every participant who registers by November 1 is guaranteed a commemorative race shirt and participation medal.

Registrations received after November 1 are still welcome, but race shirt availability is not guaranteed. Remaining shirts will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

🏆 Awards

We’re ready to celebrate our fastest runners and walkers!

Overall Winner

• Overall winner receives a trophy and grand prize

Adult Division — Ages 18+

• Top 3 Male — Trophy

• Top 3 Female — Trophy

Youth Division — Ages 13–17

• Top 3 Overall — Trophy

Youth Division — Ages 12 & Under

• Top 3 Overall — Trophy

🎉 Post-Race Celebration

Don’t rush home after you cross the finish line!

Join us at Ferry Park for a post-race celebration featuring:

🎶 Music

🍴 Food

🛍️ Vendors

🏆 Awards Ceremony

🎈 Kids Zone

💙 Community & family fun

Bring your family, invite your friends, and stick around to celebrate your accomplishment and support the BreatheFL community!

💙 Run for a Reason

Every step you take helps make a difference.

By participating in the BreatheFL 5K Run/Walk Turkey Trot, you’re helping raise funds and awareness for families of children living with chronic respiratory illnesses. Your support helps BreatheFL continue providing meaningful resources, assistance, programs, and community support to families who need it most.

Come run. Come walk. Come celebrate. Come make a difference.

🦃 Lace up, grab your family and friends, and join us for the BreatheFL 5K Run/Walk Turkey Trot!

Your miles make a difference. 💙

This is a rain-or-shine event. Registration fees are non-refundable.

Demonstration race for RunScore integration.