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13 events in Merritt Island, Florida

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  • Viking 5K, & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (08) [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    Race Information

    The race starts at 8:00 AM.

    Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

    All runners must register on RunSignup.

    No on-site...

    Race Information

    The race starts at 8:00 AM.

    Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

    All runners must register on RunSignup.

    No on-site registration.

    Additional Information

    The start location is located by the tennis courts.

    This course is made of asphalt.

    The bathrooms are located in the pavilion by the starting line.

    5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

    https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6389710528

    The course is an out and back. (1.56M)

    The 5K does the course two times.

    The 10K does the course four times.

    Course Time Limit

    2 hours.

    Finisher Medals

    https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

    Shirt and Gear Shop

    https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

    Best Costume

    https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

    Series Points

    https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

    Awards

    https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

    Frequently Asked Questions and Information

    https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

    US Road Running

    https://usroadrunning.com

    5k 10k Run

    2455 N Banana River Dr, Merritt Island, Florida, 32952, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps
  • Gateway to Space [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 6:00 AM

    Description

    The Gateway to Space is a 5K/10K is held on the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (formerly known as the Shuttle Landing Facility) and benefits the American Cancer Society. The American...

    The Gateway to Space is a 5K/10K is held on the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (formerly known as the Shuttle Landing Facility) and benefits the American Cancer Society. The American Cancer Society, is on a mission to free the world from cancer. Until then, they fund and conduct research, share expert information, support patients, and spread the word about prevention. All so you can live longer — and better. For the first time in history, the American Cancer Society's mission is at risk. Fundraising is not required but is highly encouraged. Mindy from Mindy & Company on Lite Rock 99.3 will be hosting the event.

    Packet Pickup:

    • Thursday, March 19th, 2026 @ Running Elements

    260 Daytona Blvd D-410, Daytona Beach, FL 32114

    11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    • Friday, March 20th, 2026 @ Hyatt Place, Cape Canaveral

    9119 Astronaut Blvd, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

    1:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    • Saturday, March 21st, 2026 @ Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

    6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

    Race Day:

    Saturday, March 21, 2026 @ Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

    Kennedy Space Center, SR 405, Kennedy Space Center, FL US 32953

    5:30 AM: Parking Opens at the KSC Visitor Complex

    5:45 AM: Check-In/Packet Pickup & Security Opens at the KSC Visitor Complex.

    6:00 AM: First Bus(es) to Launch and Landing Facility depart (Note: The first couple buses will contain race staff and volunteers, you may be asked to wait until they have departed before being allowed to board a bus)

    7:00 AM: KSC Parking Closes and Last Bus to Shuttle Landing Facility Departs

    8:00 AM: 5K/10K Start

    Amenities

    • Complimentary race shirt (Guaranteed shirt by Jan 30, 2026 registration)

    • Finisher Medals

    • Costume Contest

    • Recognition of Top Fundraisers

    5K & 10K Awards: *Participants can each ONLY get 1 Award.

    • 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male & Female

    • 1st Masters Male & Female

    • Age Group awards - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female

    **Due to the fundraising nature of this event, if circumstances outside of our control prevent us from racing in person all participants will be moved to the virtual race. No refunds will be issued. If you choose not to attend in-person, your race registration can be transferred to the Virtual Race through March 1st, 2026. There will be an additional charge to mail race packets if you choose this option.

    Registrations cannot be deferred to another year.

    5k 10k Run Virtual

    Merritt Island, Florida, 32899, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps
  • Medal Madness 5K, & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (12) [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    Race Information

    The race starts at 8:00 AM.

    Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

    All runners must register on RunSignup.

    No on-site...

    Race Information

    The race starts at 8:00 AM.

    Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

    All runners must register on RunSignup.

    No on-site registration.

    Additional Information

    The start location is located by the tennis courts.

    This course is made of asphalt.

    The bathrooms are located in the pavilion by the starting line.

    5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

    https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6389710528

    The course is an out and back. (1.56M)

    The 5K does the course two times.

    The 10K does the course four times.

    Course Time Limit

    2 hours.

    Finisher Medals

    https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

    Shirt and Gear Shop

    https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

    Best Costume

    https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

    Series Points

    https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

    Awards

    https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

    Frequently Asked Questions and Information

    https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

    US Road Running

    https://usroadrunning.com

    5k 10k Run

    2455 N Banana River Dr, Merritt Island, Florida, 32952, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps
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