Forgotten Florida

Dates: Saturday, May 2, 2025 and Sunday, May 3, 2025

Place: Cady Way Park, 2529 Cady Way, Winter Park, FL 32792

What: Sunshine Double-- 50K, Marathon, Half marathon, 10K, and 5K each day. Small, friendly events on a flat, paved, partly shaded bike/running path.Convenient parking.

Start Times: Marathon, Half Marathon, and 50K -- 6:00 am; 5K and 10K -- 7:00

Time limit: 9.5 hours (...or so)

Parking: Cady Way Park. (Look for the Cady Way Pool.) GPS coordinates: N 28.59458, W -081.31670. There is ample parking near race start finish, and right on the course. Also, there is an overflow parking lot nearby and a school across the street. All locations are convenient.

WAIT! Before you register, read everything below. Here are the main points:

Races are not chip timed. We are old-fashioned hand timed.

Courses are not certified. No Boston qualifier.

No age group awards, no t-shirts, no useless bling.

Cupless—bring your own bottle

STOP! Read more before you sign up. These events are no frills, low-key, casual, but FUN events. Great for first timers. Convenient parking, both for the runner and for supporters. These are NOT certified courses—meaning, among other thing, NOT a Boston qualifier. Don’t expect much fancy stuff. Our basics are outstanding, though.

You DON’T get: t-shirt, hat, socks, or any other apparel, great bling (actually, any bling), cute reusable race bag, age group awards, spectators lining the course, crowds cheering you in, hot food at the finish, exciting music, and a party afterward, all on a certified course. There are plenty of other events that have those things.

You DO get: low entry fees (which is why you don't get that other stuff), convenient parking, courses that are guaranteed not short, a simple-but-nice finisher’s medal, a generous time limit, and a published finish time. But isn’t that all you really need? You know you want to sign up.

COURSES: The courses are lap courses, meaning that you’ll do a short loop multiple times. Not as boring as it might sound because you’ll see other runners going and coming, and you pass the start/finish and bathrooms each lap. The paved, urban run/bike trail is flat and largely shaded. These are open courses, and include two street crossings each lap. You are responsible for crossing safely. More course details can be found under Detailed Course Descriptions above.

-- The lap for the marathon, half marathon, and 50K is approximately 2.2 miles. The full marathon is twelve laps, the half is six laps, and the 50K is fourteen laps plus two short laps at the end.

-- The lap for the 5K and 10K is approximately 1.55 miles—two laps for the 5K and four laps for the 10K.

Turn-arounds for each distance will be clearly marked. We will have rubber bands to help you keep track of your laps.

START / FINISH / AID STATION: The only aid station is at the start/finish location, which you will pass twice each lap. We will provide chilled water, Gatorade, soda, and sweet and salty snacks.

CUPLESS: This is a cupless race. Meaning we would like for you to bring your own hydration device—water bottle, hydration belt/pack. There will be a table for your water bottles. We'll have small paper cups, but you'd be better off with your own bottle(s).

HEAT: Florida is typically hot and humid. We will provide ice for your water, Gatorade, and soda. There will also be a bucket of ice water for you to dip your hat, cooling towel, etc. We will have pickles and pickle juice, as well as a variety of salty snacks.

BATHROOMS: The bathrooms are a little walk from the start/finish, but you’ll pass them during each lap. They're inside, permanent structure bathrooms with soap and water!

LIGHT: It will be just starting to break daylight at the start, but still dark in places on the course. (Sunrise is at 6:44.) We recommend you have a light for the first half hour.

DROP BAG: The start/finish is in a small pavilion, where you may leave a drop bag.

FINISH LINE: When you finish, ring the bell, or be sure to let the timer know you’re finished. Without this, you won’t get a finish time—or at least not an accurate time. Remember we are hand-timed—no timing chips! We won't know to record your time if you don't tell us you're done.

NOW, if you are STILL undecided (congratulations for reading this far), and you want to know what to expect, we won’t likely have world class athletes based on speed, but we will likely have world class athletes based on numbers of marathons completed. Think four-digit numbers. Just imagine the stories! These experienced runners love to meet new runners and offer encouragement and wisdom.

VOLUNTEERS: We always need volunteers. Each full volunteer day earns a free long run (half marathon or full marathon) or two short runs (5K or 10K). Email me at bettiemw@gmail.com.

BMW Running Company

LABOR DAY TRIPLE: August 30, August 31, and September 1, 2025 (Labor Day Weekend)

PLACE: Cady Way Park (Trailhead), 2529 Cady Way, Winter Park, FL 32792

WHAT: Labor Day Triple--50K, Marathon, Half marathon, 10K, and 5K each day

(Five distance for three days. Yes, people do run three days consecutively)

START TIMES: Marathon and 50K -- 5:00 am; Half Marathon -- 5:10 am; 5K and 10K -- 6:00 am

TIME LIMIT: 9 hours (or so)

PARKING: Cady Way Park. GPS coordinates: N 28.59458, W -081.31670. Also, there is an overflow

parking lot nearby and a school across the street. All locations are convenient.

WARNING: Before you register, Read everything below. Here are the main points:

1. Not chip-timed. We are hand-timed. Let us know when you finish.

2. Courses not certified. Not designed for speed. NOT a Boston qualifier.

3. No age group awards, no t-shirts, no bling.

4. Cupless—bring your own bottle.

5. For 50K, marathon and half marathon you’ll need a light

Now, if you haven’t tuned out yet, be advised these events are no frills, low-key, casual, fun events. GREAT for first timers, maybe not so great for a PR. This is not a certified or sanctioned course—meaning, among other thing, NOT a Boston qualifier. Don’t expect much and maybe you won’t be disappointed.

WHAT YOU DON’T GET: t-shirt, hat, socks, or any other apparel, great bling (actually, any bling), cute reusable race bag, age group awards, spectators lining the course, crowds cheering you in, hearty food at the finish, exciting music, and a party afterward, all on a certified course. There are plenty of other events out there for you.

WHAT YOU DO GET: low entry fees, courses that are guaranteed not short, a simple finisher’s medal, a generous time limit, and a published finish time. But isn’t that all you really need? What do you do with all that other stuff anyway? You know you want to sign up. Really, where else can you run a marathon for $65?

COURSES: The courses are NOT certified--no Boston qualifier here. The courses are lap courses, meaning that you’ll do a double out-and-back multiple times. Which means you’ll see other runners going and coming. Not as boring as it might sound. In fact, many people come to prefer this course design. The paved, urban run/bike trail is flat and largely shaded. This is an open course, and includes two street crossings each lap. You are responsible for crossing safely. See Detailed Course Descriptions above for more details.

The marathon and half marathon lap is approximately 2.2 miles. The full is twelve laps and the half is six laps. The 5K and 10K lap is approximately 1.55 miles—two laps for the 5K and four laps for the 10K. The 50K is fourteen marathon laps, with two small laps added at the end.

Turn arounds for each distance will be clearly marked. Rubber bands will be available to help you keep track of your laps.

For more details and a crude course map, see Detailed Course Description above.

FINISH: When you finish, be sure to ring the bell and make sure the timer knows you are finished. Otherwise, you won't get an accurate time. Remember we are hand-timed.

AID STATION: The aid station is at the start/finish of the loop course, which you will pass two times each lap. We will provide plenty of water, Gatorade, and soda, along with a variety of sweet and salty snacks. This is a cupless race. Bring your own hydration device—water bottle, hydration belt/pack.

HEAT: Florida is typically hot and humid. We will provide ice for your water/Gatorade, hat, water bottle, etc. We will also have ice water in a bucket for you to dip your hat, cooling towel, etc. We will also have pickles, olives, and pickle juice, as well as a variety of salty snacks.

LIGHT: Marathoners, 50Kers, and half marathoners will need a light for the first couple of hours. It won’t get light until around 6:40.

BATHROOMS: The bathrooms are a little walk from the start/finish, but you’ll pass them during each lap.

DROP BAG: The start/finish is in a small pavilion, where you may leave a drop bag.

If you are still undecided (congratulations for reading this far), and you want to know what to expect, we won’t likely have world class athletes based on speed, but we will likely have world class athletes based on numbers of marathon completed. We have had at least five people who are at the top of the Mega Marathon List. Think four-digit numbers. Just imagine the stories!

VOLUNTEERS: We always need volunteers. Each volunteer day earns one free race entry for a long distance (50K, marathon, half marathon), or two free entries for a short distance (5K or 10K). Contact Bettie at bettiemw@gmail.com. You may use the free entry yourself or for someone else.

BMW Running Company

Beyond The Grave 5K (Second Annual)

A Hauntingly Good Run for Education

Dare to race where the spirits rest?

Join us for the most thrilling run of the season as you navigate the eerie paths of a historic cemetery under the cover of darkness. The Beyond The Grave 5K isn't just a race—it's an unforgettable Halloween adventure that brings our community together to support tomorrow's leaders.

What Makes This Race Spine-Tinglingly Special

🔦 Free Headband Flashlight – Every runner receives a complimentary headband flashlight to illuminate your path through the shadowy cemetery trails. Run safely while embracing the mysterious atmosphere.

👕 Exclusive Themed Race Shirt – Take home a custom-designed shirt that captures the spirit of this unique event.

🏅 Epic Finisher Medal – Featuring a gravestone and zombie design, this medal is a badge of honor for conquering the grave!

🎉 Halloween Atmosphere – Costumes encouraged! Embrace the spooky season and make your race photos legendary.

🎃 Costume Contest – Come dressed to impress (or terrify)! Awards will be given for:

• Most Creative Costume – Show us your imagination!

• Scariest Costume – Make the zombies jealous

• Best Team/Group Costume – Coordinate with your crew for maximum impact

• Best Running Costume – Style AND speed!

Choose Your Challenge

The 1.8-Mile "Spirit Sprint" – Perfect for those seeking a spooky taste of cemetery running. One hauntingly beautiful loop through the graveyard under the stars.

The 3.1-Mile "Double Grave Dare" – For the brave souls ready to face the cemetery twice! Loop through the hallowed grounds not once, but twice in this ultimate test of courage and endurance. Simply follow the signs on the race course to take a second loop around.

Please note: This is not a chip-timed race.

The Zombie Shuffle Kids Race - FREE!

👻 Calling all little ghouls and goblins! This FREE 100-yard dash is perfect for young runners who want to join the spooky fun. Watch your little zombies shuffle, sprint, and stumble their way to the finish line in what promises to be an adorable and hilarious photo opportunity!

Every child receives a finisher medal to commemorate their bravery (while supplies last—but don't worry, every kid goes home with a medal!). The Zombie Shuffle does not include a t-shirt, but the memories (and photos!) will last forever.

Ages: Young children

Distance: 100 yards

Cost: FREE

Time: 6:55 pm

Add Some Hair-Raising Fun!

Upgrade your experience with a Crazy Hair Race Wig ($5) – Stand out with wild, gravity-defying hair in Orange, Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple, or Red. Your race photos will be absolutely killer! 📸👻

Event Location & Schedule

Start/Finish Line: Between Seacoast Bank and Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary: 175 Timacuan Blvd, Lake Mary, FL 32746

Packet Pick-Up

Front Running Sports – 1061 S Sun Drive #1097, Lake Mary, FL 32746

• Wednesday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

• Thursday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

• Friday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

• Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm ** NEW***

Race Day Packet Pick-Up – Starting at 5:30 pm at Seacoast Bank (race site)

Day of Event Schedule

• 5:30 pm – Registration & Packet Pick-up Opens

• 6:55 pm – 'Zombie Shuffle' Kids Race (100 Yard Dash)

• 7:10 pm – Race Start (Both 1.55-Mile & 3.1-Mile)

• 8:15 pm – Awards Ceremony & Costume Contest Winners

Rain or Moon Shine!

This race happens rain or moon shine—a little weather only adds to the spooky atmosphere! However, safety is our top priority.

Unforeseen Cancellation Policy

If for any reason the Beyond The Grave 5K is unable to take place as scheduled, all participants will be switched to the Beyond The Grave 5K Virtual Race. Finisher medals and shirts will still be available for pickup at Front Running Sports. Details will be communicated via email and posted on our Facebook page.

Run with Purpose

Every registration directly supports the Rotary Club of Seminole County Sunset Scholarship Fund. For over a decade, we've empowered exceptional local high school students to pursue their dreams through higher education. These aren't just scholarships—they're investments in students who demonstrate academic excellence, dedication to service, and the resilience to overcome life's challenges.

When you race Beyond The Grave, you're not just conquering a cemetery course—you're opening doors for deserving students and building a brighter future for our entire community. Take a look at some of our exceptional scholarship recipients Rotary Club of Seminole County Sunset Scholarship Yearbook

Your run. Their future. Our community's legacy.

Ready to take on the challenge? Register now and prepare for a race experience unlike any other. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a Halloween enthusiast looking for a unique adventure, Beyond The Grave 5K promises thrills, chills, and the satisfaction of supporting an incredible cause.

See you at the starting line... if you dare! 💀🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

START TIME: 7:30(ish)

Join the Oviedo Run Club and our community in continuing the Rising tradition.

The course begins in front of the Historic Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church and follows the Cross Seminole Trail for and out and back distance of either a 5k or 10k. The Kids' Fun Run is under a mile, along the beautiful canopied road.

Each year, The Rising has raised thousands of dollars to be put back into our local charities, like HopeHelps, Inc. and The Oviedo Preservation Project. The area schools are encouraged to sign up as teams to win grants for the largest schools in attendance. Your registration helps fund our mission of giving.

Cash awards are given to the top 3 male and female finishers for the 5k and 10k distances. Finishers awards and age group winners (5 year increments) are also given and a sure to be worth running for.

The Oviedo Run Club is committed to putting on a green event, which entails the use of compostable water cups, on site recycling and race packets that are full of useable items, not to be wasted.