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Location
Ivy Hawn Charter School
565 S. Lakeview Rd
Lake Helen, FL US 32744
Description
We are proud to announce the 9th Annual Ivy Hawn 5K It will take place on February 21, 2026 at 8am
Color Run (9:30 am)
This family-friendly COLOR RUN/WALK is perfect for all ages—KIDS, TEENS, and ADULTS.
Enjoy a 1-mile run around the school campus with color stations and live music. Come prepared to be covered in color and have a blast!
All runners will receive a custom race medal and t-shirt.
Who this race benefits
The Husky Hearts 5K is used to support Ivy Hawn's Track, Cross Country and Volleyball teams. The teams are in need of new equipment such as javelins and high jumps mats in track.
Packet Pickup and Late Registration
Friday, February 20th from 4-6PM
at 565 S. Lakeview Dr. Lake Helen, FL 32744
Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration will be held at the middle school doors of Ivy Hawn.
Saturday, February 21st, beginning at 7:00AM
565 S. Lakeview Dr. Lake Helen, FL 32744
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race.
Questions? please email [email protected] or [email protected]
Husky Hearts 5K Cheer Zones
Sign up to support the runners as they run through scenic Lake Helen.
Cheers zones-Lake Helen Library, Blake Park corner, Washington Ave and High Street, Lemon and east Michigan
Volunteers
Help save the manatee! Join participants from around the world helping manatees by participating in the 23rd Annual Save the Manatee 5K! The in-person Save the Manatee 5K will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 8 a.m. ET at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City, FL. November 15 is the official kick-off day of Manatee Season in Florida, so what better way to welcome the manatees back to Blue Spring! The race will start and finish at Blue Spring State Park, winter home of the manatee, and will go along the scenic, flat Spring-to-Spring Trail adjacent to the park. Race registration includes park admission fee. Runners and walkers of all paces and ages are welcome, and there will be awards for the top 3 male and female finishers. This is a family- and dog-friendly event. Proceeds go to Save the Manatee Club. After the race you may even see some manatees in the spring run.
You can also participate virtually from anywhere in the world on the date and time you choose. You pick your activity and distance; run, walk, bike, swim, kayak, scuba, or hike your favorite course at your convenience. Registration includes: Manatee Unisex Cotton/Polyester Blend T-shirt, an amazing Manatee Finisher Medal, and Race Bib.
PACKET PICK-UP
Early packet pick-up will take place at Front Running Sports in Lake Mary the week prior to the event.
Packet pick-up will also be available on race day starting at 6:30 a.m. at Blue Spring State Park.
EVENT SCHEDULE RACE DAY NOVEMBER 15, 2026
6:30 a.m. – Packet Pickup and Registration Opens
8:00 a.m. – Race Starts
FINISHER MEDAL
Custom Finisher Medals will be provided.
KIDS
12 and under could get a free stuffed manatee at the race (in-person only)
AWARDS
Top 3 overall male and female will receive awards. There will also be medal tags for top 3 male and female in each age group.
PARKING
Parking will be inside Blue Spring State Park. Park admission is included in the registration fee.
PROCEEDS
Proceeds support Save the Manatee Club.
TIMING & SCORING
Race will be timed and scored with a disposable chip provided, which will be attached to the back of the bib