4 walking events in Palm Beach County, Florida
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Sun, Mar 15, 2026 at 8:30 AMSee full details
đŸ 3rd Annual Avenir 5K Fun Run/Walk Benefiting K9s for Warriors
Join us for the 3rd Annual Avenir 5K Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in the beautiful community of Avenir, Palm Beach Gardens, as we come together for fitness, fun, and an incredible cause.
This uplifting community event benefits K9s for Warriors, a national nonprofit dedicated to pairing rescue dogs with military veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, and military sexual trauma. Together, they help save lives, one veteran and one dog at a time.
Whether youâre a seasoned runner, casual jogger, or prefer a relaxed walk with friends and family, this event is for everyone. The course winds through the scenic streets of Avenir and is designed to be enjoyable and accessible for all fitness levels.
Event Highlights Include:
Timed 5K run and untimed fun walk
Community vendors and sponsor booths
Raffle prizes donated by local businesses
Music, post-race refreshments, and great community energy
A meaningful mission supporting veterans and rescue dogs
Last yearâs event raised over $30,000, and with your help, we hope to make an even bigger impact in 2026.
Come run, walk, cheer, volunteer, or simply show your support. Together, we can make a difference.
đ Location: Avenir, Palm Beach Gardens
đ Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
â° Start Time: 8:30 AM
Leash up your sneakers, bring your heart, and be part of something truly special.
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Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:30 AMSee full details
Join the Call On Me Foundation for the Semper Adsum 5K, a fun, family-friendly run and walk open to participants of all ages and fitness levels. Whether youâre racing for a personal record, walking in honor of a loved one, or showing support for Veteran families, this event is about community, remembrance, and standing together.
âSemper Adsum,â meaning âAlways Present,â reflects our unwavering commitment to show upâimmediately and compassionatelyâwhen Veteran families face unexpected loss or crisis. Every step taken helps ensure that no family is left to navigate their darkest moments alone.
The Semper Adsum 5K brings together runners, walkers, Veterans, families, and supporters for a meaningful morning of fitness, fellowship, and purpose. Proceeds from the event directly support the Call On Me Foundationâs mission to provide rapid, tangible assistance to Veteran families when it matters most.
Lace up, show up, and help us continue to answer the callâtogether.
Registration includes an official race shirt, a finisherâs medal, and a complimentary drink ticket redeemable at Royal Palm Brewery on the day of the event.
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Sat, Nov 07, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Supporting Literacy in Palm Beach County
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is an award-winning book gifting program for children under age five. The Imagination Library has gifted over 300 million books since 1995, to children in five countries! The program mails each child enrolled a high-quality book each month, at no cost to the family, from birth through their fifth birthday.
The Imagination Library is a partnership between the Dollywood Foundation and local community partners like 501c3 nonprofit organization, the PBC Imagination Library. Your participation in the run and walk will provide Imagination Library books for children in Palm Beach County! Thank you for supporting literacy and spreading the joy of reading in our community!
The 5th Annual Run for Reading 5k run/walk is a family-friendly event and the perfect opportunity to stay active while supporting literacy in Palm Beach County. The race will take place in Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach and will be timed by AccuChip. The race is chip timed, so your time starts when you cross the starting line and end when you cross the finish line.
There is also a virtual race! Pick up your swag bag, t-shirt and race medal locally, or select the shipping option, and run or walk anywhere.
Participants will receive a uniquely designed custom race medal, race t-shirt, chip start, swag bag, age group awards, and post-race refreshments!
Packet Pickup:
-Early packet pickup will be at the Fit2Run store at the Wellington Green Mall on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
-Day-of registration and packet pickup are available on race day, at Commons Park by the starting line, starting at 7am.
Medals and Awards:
Each participant will receive a custom finisher's medal. Overall and age group winners will also receive a custom award! Awards ceremony will immediately follow the event.
Book Drive:
We are hosting a book drive. Please bring gently used books for children of all ages. There will be a donation box at the race and at packet pickup. On race day, you can also pick up free books to take home!
Raffle Prizes:
Each participant will receive a raffle ticket. Put your ticket in at the raffle table on race day, to be entered to win.
Thank you to our sponsors!
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Sat, Feb 13, 2027 at 8:00 AMSee full details
We are so excited to announce our 8TH Annual Puppy Love 5k Race and Walk. FEB 013,2026
Thank you so much for joining us! Your support means the world to us and the animals we rescue. You are running/walking for THEM! The race will be held at Commons Park, located at 11600 Poinciana Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
TIMELINE:
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Race Day check-in will begin at 7:00 AM- Early check in and packet pick up will be announced as we are closer to race day
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Our National Anthem, will be at approximately 7:45AM
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Race start is 8:00
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Costume contest awards
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Chance Raffle drawings
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Vendors
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Sponsor booths
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If you haven't already, please register your pet. We want to be sure to have their packets ready too. If your pet is participating in the costume contest, be sure to sign up for them either at early check-in or when you arrive on race day. You get your costume contest voting sheet at the registration booth to choose your favorite dressed up pet!
If you haven't told your family, friends, and neighbors about the race, please do! Share on social media using the hashtag #puppylove5k
Group formation is made available and provides discounts for groups of over four.
Along with the Pet Costume Contest, come early and visit with adorable and adoptable pets.
Take a chance on the AMAZING raffle prizes that sponsors donated. Visit our sponsor's booths. Have some fun with photo opps ad be sure to see our Race photographer Leonard Bryant for amazing photos. Race warm up. Enjoy music by DJ RIZZ and our Emcee will keep you motivated!
VIRTUAL RACE: For those wishing to do a virtual race at your own pace.
FUN RUN/WALK (WITH OR WITHOUT PETS): no pressure and those wishing to dress up their pet and take them on a stroll - come as you are!
We will have a pet costume contest and fun photo ops, along with raffle prizes for the winners!
Of course, Barky Pines' finest adoptables will be available for adoption!
With each race we learn and strive to put on a better event each time. Course maps will be sent to all participants prior to race day, please familiarize yourself with this beautiful park trail. Please also watch for signs and volunteers guiding you. Most of all, HAVE FUN! It's all about pets!
Any questions, please feel free to email, call or text 561.402.1451.
Thank you so much,
Elizabeth & Barky Pines Crew
*Barky Pines is an animal rescue and sanctuary located in Loxahatchee, Florida. It is their mission and goal to save those who would otherwise be euthanized at our County shelter. To face the pet overpopulation through a systemic approach of rescue, adoption, education, and of course spay/neuter. Providing low-cost, or free, veterinary care to keep more pets at home.
ASK US HOW YOU CAN SPONSOR A FREE SPAY OR NEUTER
Registration CH44145 A copy of the official registration and financial information may ne obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state
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