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A Cocoa Beach 5K road race for runners and walkers through residential Cocoa Isles. Free Kids Fun Runs of approximately 1/4 mile.
Proceeds and donations benefit Cocoa Beach Jr/Sr High School's Project Graduation, a safe, alcohol-free post-graduation event for our graduating seniors.
AWARDS & FUN
Custom Finisher Medal to all participants!
All pre-registered runners will receive a Unisex Short Sleeve Lucky Leprechaun shirt!
Awards for overall winners as well as age group winners!
Enjoy post-race GREEN BEER (one free beer for those 21), food, Irish music, and fun activities for our little leprechauns!
PACKET PICK UP
*Cocoa Beach Health & Fitness on Friday, March 13th, from 4-8 pm,1355 N. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach.
*Race Day, Saturday, March 14, from 6:30-7:30 am.
LOCATION
Start and Finish at Johnathan's Pub
140 North Brevard Avenue
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE
6:30 am - Packet Pick Up
7:30 am - Race Day Registration closes
8:00 am - Race Start
9:00 am - Kids Fun Run
9:15 am - Awards
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top Female and Male Masters (40+)
Top 3 male and female age groups will receive awards. Age groups include 9 & under, 10-14, 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+
TIMING & SCORING
This is a chip-timed event where all participants receive a chip that is attached to the back of the bib. It's very important that you wear your bib.
QUICK FACTS
How long is the course?
5K is 3.1 miles. The course starts and ends at Johnathan's Pub
How will I be timed?
There will be a clock and all participants will have a chip attached to the back of the bib number. There will also be a clock at the finish line to view your time.
I will be out of town on race day and not able to participate. Can I get my money returned?
We appreciate your race registration. As the race brochure states, we are unable to issue refunds. We are not in a position to credit your credit card or issue checks. You can run the race virtually.
Will the race be held if it's raining?
The race is a "rain or shine" event. All participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather, such as in a raincoat or hat. Umbrellas can pose a safety hazard to others, so please do not bring them.
Can I get a refund?
We have a strict NO REFUND policy.
The Friends of the Poor Walk is a nationwide signature event of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. This event is being held to raise awareness and funds supporting the local Conference of Our Saviour's in Cocoa Beach.
This is our 3rd Annual event and will be a 5K out and back run or walk from the Church parking lot onto Banana River Drive and nearby residential neighborhood. Registration fee is $28.00 (plus fees) with a kids registration for ages Pre-K through 17 years old for $15.00 (plus fees). We will have a free kids dash after the 5K is completed. Post-race refreshments will be available for participants.
Not in town for the event? You can do it virtually, just click on the link to register.
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet Pick-up will be located at Our Saviour Catholic Church in the Angel Room (located adjacent to the church) on 9/19 from 10:00am-3:00pm and on 9/25 from 4:00pm-7:00pm.
Packet Pick-up is also on race day at race site starting at 6:45.
EVENT SCHEDULE
6:45am - Same Day registration and Packet Pick Up
7:30am - Registration Closes
8:00am - Race Start
CHIP TIMING
All participants are chip timed
AWARDS
Overall Male, 2nd Place Male and 3rd Place Male
Overall Female, 2nd Place Female and 3rd Place Female
Overall Male Masters and Overall Female Masters
Overall Male Grand Masters and Overall Female Grand Masters
To highlight the importance of the youth in our community we will also be giving the following awards:
Top 3 Males in the following Categories
ages 12 and under
ages 13-18
Top 3 Females in the following Categories
ages 12 and under
ages 13-18
PARKING
Parking will be located at Our Saviour Catholic Church.
DOGS
Dogs are welcomed, but they must be on a leash.
For questions about the National FOP® Walk Program, please contact the FOP Walk Team at [email protected].
New Name New Course! Frightful Fairway 5k known as Fall Into Winter 5k
This is a unique golf course race with beautiful views of the river along the 3.1 miles. All participants will receive a race medal, T-shirt and post race refreshments. Halloween costumes are encouraged!
Frightful Fairway 5k has a virtual option. Run anywhere and report your time and your bag will be mailed to you once the race is completed.