6 events in Lake County, Florida

A unique 5K experience where participants run through the beautifully manicured resort grounds, weaving past lakes, golf fairways, gardens, and historic architecture. It’s more than a race — it’s an experience.

Perfect for all fitness levels, and ideal for local families, health-focused individuals, and weekenders looking for something new. Enhance your experience with resort overnight packages for spa, golf, or breakfast.

Date: Saturday, September 5th, 2026

Location: Mission Resort + Club, Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida

Start Time: 7:30 AM ⏰

Make it a full wellness weekend with optional spa packages, brunch, or an overnight stay at our scenic Howey-in-the-Hills resort.

🎟️ Race Entry Includes:

Custom finisher’s medal 🏅Scroll to see our swag!!

Official Run the Resort 5K race shirt 🎽

Professionally timed 5K race ⏱

Post-race breakfast sandwiches and beverages 🥤🍪

Important Notes:

All participants must be registered ✅. Anyone running without a bib will be asked to leave and possibly banned from future events ❌.

If you're pacing someone (a child, spouse, or friend), you must register as well.

📝 Packet Pick-Up:

Location:

Mission Resort and Club Golf Club House (Enter the main entrance to Mission Resort and go Right)

Inside the Club House Friday, September 4th 2pm-6pm

Phone: 352. 324.3101 Ext: 7281

Located at 10400 County road 48

Race Day: 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM 🕕 by the Start Line / Club House

Race Day Registration: Available online until 6:55 AM, as long as the event is not sold out. No on-site paper registration.

👟 Strollers & Pets:

Strollers welcome – please start near the back

Pets not permitted on course 🐾 (service animals allowed with advance notice)

🥉 Awards: Stay post race to celebrate our top finishers, awards ceremony will begin at 8:30 AM Categories are top 3 Male and Female overall, First Male and Female Masters, and top 3 Male and Female in 10 year age groups, starting with 19 and under up to 70 and over. You may log in to our results page to view the results post race as participants finish

🏨 Stay the Weekend:

Turn race day into a resort getaway! Book a special 5K runner rate at Mission Resort + Club and enjoy all the amenities:

On-site restaurants

Pool

Tennis and Pickleball Courts

Full-service spa

36 holes of championship golf

📞 Call 800-874-9053 or visit Resort Website to reserve your stay.

📍 Don’t just run — Run the Resort.

Register today and be part of something extraordinary!

PawPals Endeavor 2026: Spoooky Edition

Second Annual PawPals 4 Life 5k

Presented by GetDisrupted.Org and Pawfields Enrichment Group

In-Person 5k: October 24, 2026 - Time to be determined

Race t-shirt guaranteed for those who register by September 1, 2026, or until sold out online.

Run or Walk: It's entirely an off-road experience! In recognition of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. It is our demonstration and commitment to enrichment for paws of all kinds. Limited number of in-person participants allowed; act now to secure your spot in the race!

For our second annual PawPals Endeavor we are offering more activities that are bound to be a spoooky good time for PawRents and PawPals! This year proceeds will go to Disruptive Endeavors Inc. (dba GetDisrupted.Org) and a selected partner organization (to be announced).

We are on a mission to provide a fuller and more enriching life for our PawPals - a source of joy and comfort for us PawRents. With your participation and help we can accomplish this task, keeping our eyes peeled, ears tuned, noses up, and paws forward to a better tomorrow with hoomankinds’s best pals. If we have learned anything, it is this: River, Aston, and Nova are not “pets”; they are family, members of our household, our ride-or-dies, our PawPals for life. Our transition into PawRents taught us that enrichment was an essential part for their development and well-being; from engaging in their training as a bonding strategy to encouraging socialization as a way to reveal their personalities and create independence. Our PawPals require dedication from us as much as they dedicate themselves to us.

We aim to provide a space where PawRents and PawPals can come together for a PawFect cause: to instill hope in us all and help save lives while also encouraging social interaction among our friends. The Passion of life shown through Affection, Loyalty, and Service for one another — PawRents and PawPals alike.

Your PawPals 4 Life 5K Registration includes: General Admission for you, your guest, and your PawPal into the PawPals Endeavor: Spoooky Edition. Plus a single (1) participant entry (PawRent) and your dog (PawPal) into the dog-friendly 5k, an official event t-shirt, finisher medal, and your registered PawPal receives a matching finisher medal and bandana. Additional PawPals may register for an additional charge (up to a maximum of 4 PawPals per PawRent registered for the 5k) and will also receive a matching finisher medal and bandana.

PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway: Your Registration and check-in for the PawPals 4 Life 5K automatically receives a single (1) “No Purchase Necessary” entry and 9 additional entries (for a total of ten (10) entries) into the PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway. Additionally, your guest receives a single (1) "No Purchase Necessary" entry as well. Any person may submit additional entries through the approved suggestion minimum contribution form at https://getdisrupted.betterworld.org/giveaways/pawpals2026. Additional Rules and Regulations apply to the PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway: Read the Full Rules and Regulations for the PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway.

PROCEEDS: To Be Announced

LOCATION:

Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail

31515 Wekiva River Road

Sorrento FL 32776 - Lake County

ENTRANCE CHANGE NOTIFICATION

Access to Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail will be via Rock Springs Reserve Road and Wekiva River Road in Sorrento, Florida. The new entrance leads directly to the primitive camping, glamping sites, and the Rock Springs Guest Ranch. The old entrance off State Road 429 South will be open during hunting season for participants.

PACKET PICK-UP:

Front Running Sports

Dates TBD

*packet pickup on race day as well

EVENT SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER 24:

10:30 am - Packet Pickup/Check-In

12:00 pm - Race Starts

AWARDS:

Overall Top 3 Adults (18+): Male, Female, and Non-Binary

Overall Top 3 Youth (17 and younger): Male, Female, and Non-Binary

Overall Top 3 PawPals

Top 3 of each Age Group (Male, Female, and Non-Binary): 10 and younger; 11-17; 18-25; 26-35; 36-45; 46-55; 56-65; 66-75; 76-85; 85+

SHIRTS:

Shirt sizes are guaranteed to all participants that register early and once you see "Sold Out" online that shirt size is no longer available.

PARK ENTRANCE: Entry into Rock Springs Run State Reserve for the participant and one guest is included with in-person 5k registration.

PARKING: Located in the park, Free Parking

TIMING & SCORING:

Race will be timed and scored.

In-person participants will have their time tracked and recorded with a disposable chip provided, which will be attached to the back of the race bib.

RACE SWAG:

Purchase limited edition swag during registration. Products to be revealed!

NOTE: Limited number of in-person participants allowed — Register TODAY to secure your spot in the race.

All pets must be confined, leashed, or otherwise under the physical control of a person at all times. Leashes may not exceed six feet in length. Florida law requires that pets be vaccinated against rabies. Upon check-in on race day, participants may be asked for their dog’s proof of current vaccination.

Florida State Parks Pet Policy: https://www.floridastateparks.org/PetPolicy?

For more information and park rules visit: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/rock-springs-run-state-reserve

It is important for each participant to recognize that trail running involves running and/or walking on wilderness trails or unpaved roads and that participants may encounter soft sand, standing water, mud, rocks, roots, and wildlife. Participation in a trail run also carries an inherent risk of injury.

Explore Merchant and Sponsor Opportunities: Visit us here to learn about the merchant and sponsor opportunities available.

Race registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.

*Race/event details and schedule subject to change.

Welcome to the AdventHealth Reindeer Dash 5K presented by LiveTrends Design Group — a festive, high-energy race that brings the heart of the running community to the streets of Howey-in-the-Hills. This beloved hometown event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of movement, community, and giving back. Each year, runners and walkers of all ages come together to kick off the holiday season while supporting the town that graciously hosts us.

As the grand finale of the FloDash race season, the Reindeer Dash is a meaningful way to close out the year — surrounded by cheering spectators, festive spirit, and familiar faces who return year after year. From first-timers to seasoned racers, participants love the welcoming atmosphere, well-marked course, and the joy of finishing strong alongside friends and family.

This event is made possible through the incredible support of our partners, volunteers, and local leaders. We are proud to work alongside AdventHealth, LiveTrends Design Group, the Town of Howey-in-the-Hills, local law enforcement, and our finish-line beverage sponsor JB Boondocks. Most of all, we are grateful for our volunteers — the true magic makers — who bring this event to life and help us give back to the community in a meaningful way. Join us and be part of a race that feels like home. 🎄🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

All participants will receive a chip timed bib, a race shirt, a finisher's medal and a post race snack and beverage. All runners and walkers on the course MUST BE REGISTERED. Anyone running without a bib is subjecting themselves to a misdemeanor and putting the race in jeopardy. If you want to pace a child, spouse or friend, you MUST register as well. BANDIT AND PACING RULES

Participant donations along with part of the proceeds from the race will go to the Town of Howey-in-the-Hills to help local non profit organizations like the local food pantry. Please consider making a donation of any kind to help our neighbors.

HABLAMOS ESPAÑOL. Si necesitas asistencia en español, no dudes en contactarnos a través del correo electrónico: [email protected].

What do you get with your entry? All registered participants receive a time chipped race bib, jingle bells for their shoes, a candy cane, custom high quality Santa Hoodie Shirt (register early to guarantee your size), finish line medal, post race hot cocoa if it's cold to warm you up and a free draft beer or soft drink ticket from our finish line sponsor JB Boondocks! Please refer to the flyer at the bottom of this page. The men's club will be selling pancake breakfast to benefit local charities.

Packet Pick-up will be at Dash Sports (741 W Montrose Street, Clermont, FL 34711) from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM on Friday December 11th & 7:00 AM -8:15 AM race morning by the start and finish. Registration during packet pickup day & race day will be $55. You must register on your own device, we will not have paper registration.

Virtual Packets: Packets will automatically be shipped within two weeks after the race and will either have a paper bib or digital one via email. We cannot ship outside the US. Feel free to post a picture of yourself completing the race and tag us @flodashevents #flodashrunner #virtualrace

Race start 8:30 AM Participants will be asked to line up practicing social distancing based on pace. Times will be based on chip not gun time.

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Awards The amazing awards provided by Live Trends Design Group will be announced around 9:30 AM. Categories are top 3 Male and Female overall, First Male and Female Masters, First Male and Female Grand Masters and top 3 Male and Female in 5 year age groups, starting with 9 and under up to 75 and over. You may log in to our results page to view the results post race as participants finish.

Team/ Family Discount!! Bring the whole gang and take advantage of our family pricing when 4 or more members register under the same Team / Family name. Teams of 4 or more will receive $5 off each participant. Upon creating the team, the first 3 registrants will pay full price, once the team minimum of 4 members has been reached, the previous 3 registrations will receive an automatic $5 refund. All registrations to the same team after that will already reflect the discount.

Stroller and dog restrictions: For safety reasons NO pets of any kind are allowed on the race course during the event, so please leave your pups at home. Service dogs will be allowed and we ask that you please contact the race director ahead of time to be allowed on course. Bicycles, skateboards, or any other non-authorized motorized carts or vehicles are not allowed on the race course during the event. Please help us execute a safe race for everyone and leave your pooch and wheels off the course. Strollers, for safety, please line up at the back of the pack. Please note there's a small dirt trail section.

Sponsorships: In order to accomplish our goals, we need your help! Do you want your business to be seen in a new light on social media? Do you need your business to be seen by more family oriented and health conscious people? Do you like running races or want to be a part of that community? Join us! For more information please contact Amalie Skorman at [email protected].

Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers are key to our participants and we couldn't do it without you. Please check the volunteer tab for more details.

ABOUT FLODASH EVENTS: FloDash Events is Central Florida's hub for top-quality endurance races, offering a variety of distances from 5k to half marathon. What sets us apart is our commitment to variety and adventure – all our events are held at different locations with unique courses. Founded by Kimberly Grogan, Amalie Skorman, and Brian Boylan, each with over 50 years of combined racing and event expertise. Our races are guided by an RRCA Certified Race Director, ensuring excellence and safety. Join us for unforgettable experiences in Central Florida.

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