8 running, walking, and fun run events in North Port, Florida
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8 events in North Port-
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join us for the first annual Lamarque Elementary Autism Awareness 5K, a community-centered race dedicated to raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and honoring the life and legacy of Chris Tilton.
This chip-timed 5K will take place on April 11, 2026, in North Port, welcoming runners, walkers, families, and supporters of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or walking in support of a meaningful cause, this event is about coming together as a community to celebrate understanding, acceptance, and compassion.
All proceeds benefit autism awareness initiatives connected to Lamarque Elementary, helping foster a more inclusive environment for students and families.
Come run, walk, or cheer—every step makes a difference. 💙
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Sat, May 09, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Join us for a TIMED pre holiday family 5K to support the North Port Youth Soccer Club with a fun festival to follow.
May. 9 2026 7:30am, $25 all ages, increases as time gets closer,
Lace up your shoes and hit the pavement in support of local youth soccer!
Bring the whole family and challenge yourself - whether you're aiming for a
personal best or just out for some active fun, all are welcome!
1 Mile Fun Run/Walkers will follow the 5K Runners as they head out. The walk will use the same course but turn around over the Bridge and walk back to the finish line. Enjoy the day and help support the Fusion Soccer.
7:30am May 9th Location North Port City Center
IN PERSON awards will also be presented to the 5k runners immediately following the race as follows:
10yr age brackets
<19, 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+
Soccer themed Awards to the Top Youth Male/Female Finishers in the following groups:) >9, 10-12, 13-14, 15-16
Water will be provided for runners at the table mid-run and Post race, snacks TBD
Race shirt guaranteed with registration before Nov 1st.
Packet Pickup @ Narramore Sports Complex-7508 Glenallen Blvd, North Port, FL 34287
5/8 from 5:30 - 7
Race Morning STARTING @ 6:30 am
ALL REGISTRATION ARE ONLINE, NO CASH DAY-OF: BRING YOUR PHONE TO REGISTER BEFORE YOU GET HERE TO SAVE TIME.
All Participants receive entry to the activities at Fusion Fest. Located at the North Port City Green from 10am to 2pm. A same day family themed event including Games, Music, Vendors, Food and Family FUN!
Actively seeking volunteers, sponsors, and Vendors to help make these events run as smoothly as possible.
Donations also welcome!
Please contact our Director of Fundraising at [email protected]
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Tue, Jun 02, 2026 at 7:00 PMSee full details
Come join Zoomers for a SUMMER FUN GOOD TIME as we host our 2nd Annual Kids Summer Run Series Presented by Southern Oxygen & Welding Supply in Downtown Wellen Park. Kids ages 1-16 are invited to run one mile each Tuesday in June, starting June 3rd, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with the last run on June 24th. Each week the kids can challenge themselves to run faster than the previous week, have fun with their parents or siblings & meet new friends. Refreshments will be provided after the run.
There is a one-time registration fee per child. That includes all four runs and a t-shirt. June 1st is the deadline for shirts. NO extra shirts will be ordered. Shirts will be given on the night of the last run for those that registered before the deadline.
Each week, collect a fun new Summer swag item. Those items will be given to each runner. The final week we will have a color FUN run mile for the kids to end the series. We are looking forward to spending this Summer with your kids and show them just how fun running can be!
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Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
North Port July 4th 5k
North Port July 4th 5k
5K Registration starts at $10.00 -
FOR EVERYONE THAT REGISTERED WITHIN THE LAST 10YEARS
Running Club Discounts DOES NOT apply for this $10 rate.
DAY-OF Registration $50.00
Kids 16 n Under start at $20.00 - No Club Discounts
This event is Chip Timed.
Durti Runners Race Timing
5K day-of Packet Pick-up opens at 6:15 am
NO CASH - ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE ONLINE
REGISTER ONLINE ON YOUR PHONE.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the race begins.
We will not hold up the event for all the runners because of one late person!
T-Shirt NOT guaranteed after 6/13/2025
Where
Wellen Park HS
Schedule
6:15 am Check-In for Runners
7:30 am - 5K Run Begins
8:30 am - Awards Begin AFTER THE LAST RUNNER
Finisher MEDAL for all!!
FOOD:
for all runners with a bib. Breakfast Snack,
Bananas, Icy POP's, snack bars & other available items when you finish.
FIRST 100 REGISTERD will get a Free NP>ILPRIMO'S LARGE PIZZA CARD
Course Condition:
Road & Some Sidewalks
NOTICE: Strollers are allowed in the run portion of this event just need to start in the back.
The 1 mile fun walk NOT chip timed just for fun. Will receive a finishers towel
NO REFUNDS, ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE DONATIONS!!
If you elect not to attend the event you will forfeit any claim to your finisher item, bib and race shirt.
Awards:
1st, 2nd and 3rd place in age groups of 5yr. increments
Overall Awards 4in Medal, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters, & Veterans.
12-under to 80-above
All proceeds after expenses will be going into the XC/WELLEN PARK HS Athletics.
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Sun, Oct 04, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join us for a TIMED 5K to support the Imagine North Port Cross Country Sharks.
8:00 AM @ Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park North Port Just OFF 75 exit182
*Must register by Sep 26th to guarantee a Poker Run shirt
*Prices go up after Sept 26th
*Participants must be 21+ to play poker.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO RUN:)
This is a Texas Holdem' Style 5K event.
Early Packet Pickup is Saturday October 4th from 3:00pm-6:00pm at Pink Tequila (1163 Toledo Blade Blvd, North Port, FL 34288). RaceDay Packet Pickup will begin at 7:00am on the morning of the race at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park.
Participants playing poker will gather two playing cards from the table mid-race to complete their hand. Upon returning, runners will place their cards on the Check-In table. The cards will be stapled together with the runner’s name written on them.
Participants do NOT need to know how to play poker to participate. They just need to pick up 2 cards during the run.
The Highest poker hand will receive a $100 gift card
The Worst poker hand will receive a $75 gift card.
In the event of a poker hand tie, the fastest runner wins the hand.
Straights over Flushes.
IN PERSON awards will also be presented to the 5k runners immediately following the race as follows:
Top Male/Female Finisher in the following categories: Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Master, Veterans.
Age Group Awards to the Top Three Male/Female Finishers in the following groups:<12, 13-14, 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, 80-84, 85+
Participants must be 21+ to play poker. Highest poker hand & The Worst poker hand will receive a medal.
Water will be provided for runners at the table mid-run.
Los Dos Christianos will be providing Breakfast and Coffee.
HOT DOG's when you finish.
Chip and snack bars will also be provided.
Course map: CLICK THIS LINK
ALL PROCEEDS AFTER EXPENSES WILL GO TO THE IMAGINE XC TEAM BOOSTERS ACCOUNT
Start by running out of the park then turn around at the water stop/poker table receiving TWO CARDS then back to finish 3.1 miles Course Map.
DO NOT FORGET TO pick TWO cards from the table set out from the Volunteers at the water stop.
Runners returning will place their cards on the Check-In Table, CARDS WILL THEN BE STAPLED TOGETHER AND YOUR NAME WRITTEN ON THEM.
PARKING:
- Parking is available within the park by following the dirt towards the big pavilion and beyond. Please refrain from parking on the residential side of Reisterstown Road/Estates Drive.
DIRECTIONS:
- Take Exit 182 from I-75 and head East. Follow Sumter Blvd. to Tropicaire Blvd. Turn left on Tropicaire Blvd. and turn right on Reisterstown Road. The park is at the curve of Reisterstown Road on the right.
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Sat, Oct 31, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Get ready to lace up and bring spirit to the starting line of the Runaway Pumpkin 5K & Family Fest—a vibrant mix of community connection, fun costumes, and meaningful impact. Benefitting the Child Protection Center (CPC), this event takes place at CPC’s Campus of Healing in North Port and supports the vital mission of protecting children and strengthening families.
Join us for the race, the family festival, or both! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a brisk walker, have a little one who wants to join the children's dash, or are coming for the Family Fest, this event welcomes everyone and encourages community fun.
At 9 a.m., the Family Fest kicks off with food trucks, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a bounce house, a puppy pit with PAWS therapy dogs, a kids' costume contest, community partners and vendors, and tons of kid-centric fun! It’s a celebratory circle of community, compassion, and athletic spirit. The Family Fest is open to all with free admission. You do not need to participate in the Runaway Pumpkin 5K or the kids' Mini Monster Dash earlier in the morning to gain entry- though we do encourage all runners to join in the festivities and refuel once they cross the finish line!
Kids’ costume contest:
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0 to 2yrs: 11AM
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3 to 5yrs: 11:15 AM
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6 to 8yrs: 11:30 AM
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9 to 12yrs: 11:45 AM
Proceeds from the race and festivities help the CPC deliver trauma-informed care, forensic services, and child-safe advocacy for families in Sarasota County. We’re also welcoming donations of non-perishable food items at the event, which will be distributed to local families facing food insecurity this upcoming holiday season.
Whether you’re racing the pumpkins, chasing a personal best, or simply gathering with friends and family for a meaningful morning, join us and let your stride contribute to support, healing, and joy. See you at the finish line! 🎃
COSTUME GUIDELINES: For both the 5K and the Family Fest, participants are welcome to wear costumes if they choose. All costumes must be child friendly. Weapon props and face coverings will not be permitted- children participating in the costume contest may wear face coverings during their age group’s contest only. We will not permit clothing with objectionable material (including obscene or violent themes, graphics, or language), excessively torn clothing, or clothing that exposes excessive portions of skin that may be viewed as inappropriate in a child-friendly environment.
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Mon, Dec 31, 2040 at 12:00 AMSee full details
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Local Clubs & Organizations
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Club
USA Swimming Club. Safe Sport Recognized. 72 members.
[email protected] +1 941-740-0976 -
Club
USA Swimming Club. 29 members.
[email protected] +1 941-777-5799