22 running events in West Palm Beach, Florida

Spread the love this Valentine's Day!

WALK, RUN - HAVE SOME FUN!

All ages and levels are welcome to join us at our 13th Annual 5K!

Young Singers of the Palm Beaches is Palm Beach County's community children's choir. We serve ages 8-18. 100% of the proceeds from our 5K gives scholarships to children to join us. We teach live skills through music... and are building community through song!

• Runners will be chipped & timed by MCM Timing & Results (and start before walkers)

• Free t-shirts to registrants (while supplies last)

• Free Pancake Breakfast after the race

• Medals awarded in age categories

Festivities based at the Micanopy Pavilion at Okeeheelee Park, West Palm Beach

For more information call 561-651-4429 or email: [email protected]

Welcome to the 5th Annual Lead with Love 5K and March for Mental Wellness

presented by Mental Health America of the Palm Beaches

WHEN: Saturday March 28, 2026 in Dreher Park South, West Palm Beach

TIME: 7:30AM start

WHERE: Dreher Park South, West Palm Beach | West Palm Beach

Mental Health America of the Palm Beaches presents its 5th Annual Lead with Love 5K, a race for runners and walkers of all ages in Dreher Park South, West Palm Beach, Florida. The race features a 5K (3.1 mile) scenic route in Dreher Park. Enjoy a post-run snack and awards ceremony after the race. The event also features March for Mental Wellness - a scenic wellness walk through Dreher Park in West Palm Beach, where participants will pause for mini-yoga sessions, guided meditation, neuroarts creativity activities, and pet therapy cuddles. All registered runners will receive a men's or women's shirt. All finishers will receive a Finishers Medal. Age group awards. Chip timing by Accuchip.

Location: Dreher Trail South in Dreher Park. The park entrance from Summit Boulevard (do not enter from Southern Blvd!). The race site is south of Summit Blvd, the zoo is north of Summit Blvd.

Road Closures: Entrance to Dreher Park South will close at 7:20AM.

EARLY PACKET PICKUP

Thursday March 26, 2025 from 4:30PM to 6:30PM

Run Appeal

2505 Okeechobee Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL 33409

Please do not contact the Run Appeal store for any race or packet pickup-related questions. All race questions must be addressed to Madeleine at [email protected] or 561-222-7511.

Picking up for more than 3 people? Please send us a list with all names to [email protected] by 3 PM the day before pickup so we can prepare the packets in advance.

Race Day Packet Pickup

from 6am to 7:15am at the race site.

Donations: Donations can be made with a check and mailed to 909 Fern Street, West Palm Beach, 33401.

The 19th Annual Rooney's 5K will take place on April 4, 2026 at PBKC in West Palm Beach, FL.

Since 2008, we've raised over $253,686.57 for charities located throughout Palm Beach County. This year's charities are Connections Education Center, Palm Beach County - Police Athletic League, Potentia Academy, and Westgate CRA. Don't miss an exciting morning with a little exercise on the roads of Historical Westgate CRA! Participants are chip-timed by Accuchip USA, Inc. Big Breakfast after the race for all who participate.

Rooney's 5K USATF Certificate FL19024TY effective 2/11/19 to 12/31/29.

Roads close at 7:15 AM, so please arrive before then. The Start and Finish line are located at PBKC.

NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED IN THE RACE! *T-Shirts and Race Medals for the first 400 who enter.

RACE SCHEDULE:

6:00AM - Registration

7:30AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins (SHARP!!)

7:45AM - Breakfast Opens

8:15AM - Kids 1 Mile

8:30AM - Awards Ceremony

For photos and more information go to: https://www.rooneysgolffoundation.org/5krunwalk

Register today and tell your friends!!

The 2026 SWA Run AWAY 5K Trail Run & Walk will take place Saturday, April 11, along the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County’s Greenway Trail System. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this signature event highlights the harmony between industry and nature while raising awareness of recycling and solid waste issues.

The Run AWAY 5K offers a truly unique experience, guiding participants over varied terrain and through scenic landscapes that include cabbage palms, cypress hammocks, marshes and lush pine flatwoods. Along the route, runners and walkers will catch glimpses of Grassy Waters Preserve and the SWA's Palm Beach Renewable Energy Park. The race is hosted in partnership with the nonprofit Resource Depot, an organization dedicated to inspiring creativity, conservation and community engagement through reuse.

Categories for Place Awards*:

Overall Male/Female

11-15

16-19

20-24

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65-69

70+

*Youth 10 and Under category receives participation award, not place award

Groups:

Running together has its perks! Gather your group of six or more and receive a $5 discount on each registration fee. Groups with six or more participants will receive a special shout out at the race! No need to gather the entire group before signing up – recruitment is open until online registration closes.

Once the sixth person joins your group, the previous five adults will be issued a $5 refund. Team members six and beyond will be able to register at the discounted price once they join the group. While the discount doesn't apply to the youth registration rate, youngsters can still be part of your race team.

Corporate Teams:

Interested in building a team at your workplace, school or organization? Corporate Teams are coordinated by your designated “captain” who compiles a list of participants and submits a single payment for all registrations. Corporate Teams will be recognized at the race, with a special prize awarded to the team with the highest number of participants. To create a Corporate Team, please contact SWA Events Coordinator Patti Hammond at [email protected].

We are excited to announce the 2nd Annual BillBone Olympic* Triathlon taking place on April 12, 2026 at Okeeheelee Park in Palm Beach County. This event, brought to you by Bill Bone, offers athletes a chance to compete in a series of exhilarating events, including:

Olympic* Distance Triathlon (1500m swim, 40km bike, 10km run)

Olympic* Distance Duathlon (1.6km run, 40km bike, 10km run)

Olympic* Aquabike (1500m swim, 40km bike, no run)

Sprint Distance Triathlon (0.4km swim, 20km bike, 5km run)

Sprint Distance Duathlon (1.6km run, 20km bike, 5km run)

Relay divisions are also available.

All races are USAT Sanctioned and produced by Game On! Race Events, ensuring a professionally organized and top-quality experience. Set on one of the most stunning courses in Palm Beach County, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Join us for a day of competition, community, and unforgettable moments!

RUN WITH THE COPS 5K

Sunday April 12, 2026 | Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach

Join us on April 12, 2026, at the Meyer Amphitheatre to run, walk, or jog our certified 5K course along the Intracoastal on Flagler Drive. Kids aged 8-12 are invited to participate in the 1K Sunrise Sprint, and children under 7 can enjoy the 100-yard Kids Dash.

At the packet pickup, you’ll receive your bib along with your choice of a T-shirt or tank top. As you cross the finish line, be prepared to collect a beautiful collector’s medal.

The event promises more than just a run — join us for awards ceremonies, delicious food, vibrant music, and engaging static police displays right at the race site.

STROLLERS, DOGS, SCOOTERS/ROLLER BLADES ARE NOT ALLOWED.

Don’t miss out on the exciting features of the day:

• Finishing brings rewards: collect your Finisher Medals.

• Commemorate the event with our Race Tech Shirts or Tank Tops.

• Compete for Age Group Awards to celebrate your achievements.

• AccuChip Timing

• Engaging Static Police Displays

• Giveaways

• Police Team Challenge

• Run with the Cops is part of the 2026 Palm Beaches Race Series

• Come be a part of this memorable day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit!

This race benefits the Fund for West Palm Beach Police

Early Packet Pickup

Thursday April 9 from 4:30PM to 6:00PM

Run Appeal

2505 Okeechobee Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL 33409

*Run Appeal is located 1 mile west of I-95 on Okeechobee Blvd, next to Havertys. Click here for map

Please do not contact the Run Appeal store for any race or packet pickup related questions. All race questions must be addressed to [email protected] or 561 222 7511.

Picking up for more than 3 people? Please send us a list with all names to [email protected] by 3PM the day before pickup so we can prepare the packets in advance.

Race Day Packet Pickup

from 6:00AM to 7:15AM at the race site

The Great American Bacon Race is a fun, bacon-themed 5k run with custom finisher medals, awesome finisher T-shirts, and of course there is FREE bacon at the finish. There is digital timing for awards, prizes for the biggest team, best costume, and others. Could you walk away with the coveted "Golden Pig?"

It's a fun-filled event for bacon lovers to enjoy.

WHAT YOU GET!!!

• A fun, well-organized, bacon-themed, 5k fun run

• Bacon, bacon, and more bacon (obviously)

• Custom finishers medal and Great American Bacon Race T-shirt for all participants

• That warm feeling you get because although you had a great time, a part of your entry fee goes to fight bullying and hate in our schools

• A finish line filled with medals and FREE BACON (did we mention the Bacon?)

• Digital timing for all runners (awards and prizes based on time and age group)

• The Bacon Bash After-Party with tons of bacon, music, awards, vendors, and more

• Tons of like-minded people having fun and enjoying a fun bacony-filled event

Get ready to celebrate the extraordinary in the ordinary at the 2026 Average Joe Run 5K, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Set against the beautiful layout at Okeeheelee Park in West Palm Beach, Florida. Whether you are a seasoned sprinter or a casual stroller, this event offers a scenic, sun-drenched route along the lakeside path, perfect for soaking in the coastal vibes while you get your miles in.

​What truly sets the Average Joe Run apart is its unique approach to competition. While the event honors the swift with awards for the top 3 male and female overall finishers and winners across various age groups, the most coveted prize goes to the "Average Joe" and "Average Jane." In a fun twist, the person who finishes exactly in the middle of the pack is crowned the ultimate champion, proving that you don't have to be the fastest to take home the top honors.

​The fun doesn't stop at the finish line, as the race provides a post-run celebration filled with unlimited donuts and coffee. Every participant is treated like a VIP, receiving a personalized race bib, a high-quality dri-fit event shirt, and a spectacular finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. It’s a morning designed for community, laughter, and a little bit of sugar—making it the "World’s Easiest 5K" for anyone looking to have a great time.

The 6th Annual Pride 5K Run/Walk Presented by Night Runners WPB will be an LGBTQ+ celebration that encompasses family fun and community unity through running and walking. The race will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM in West Palm Beach, Florida. All registered participants will receive a limited edition shirt and unique event finisher medal!

Additionally, from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, we will be hosting our free Pride Showcase featuring local business vendors and food trucks.

^ Guarantee your shirt size by registering no later than May 21, 2026 12:00 AM.

Virtual Pride 5K Run/Walk:

A virtual run/walk event is available for those who want to participate, but are unable to attend in-person. Simply record an indoor or outdoor 5K (3.1 miles) run on Saturday, June 27th or Sunday, June 28th. Then follow text/e-mail notifications on how to upload your results & a photo (if you choose) to be listed as a virtual finisher! Virtual participants will receive a shirt and finisher medal; however, will not be eligible for finisher awards.

Early Packet Pickup*:

TBD

Packet Pickup at Event*:

Race Day packet pickup at the event will be available 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM.

​*Packet Pickup Requirements:

You are required to show photo ID at packet pickup. If picking up for someone else, please have a photo of their ID as well.

Parking:

The City of West Palm Beach offers paid street parking and paid parking garages. We encourage participants and volunteers to carpool or utilize rideshare services. Parking will not be available on N. Flagler Dr. nor Banyan Blvd. near the event site.

Results and Awards:

*Top Three Age Category Winners for Male, Female, and Non-Binary (Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+)

*All winners will be listed on the www.NightRunnersWPB.com site!

FAQ:

Is the event in-person? - Yes. We are back and ready to run with you!

Is the event timed? - Yes! The event will be chip timed with disposable race bibs by AccuChip Timing Services, allowing for results online immediately following the event.

Can I walk the event? - Of course! The 5K (3.1 miles) event is open to all walkers, joggers, and runners; whether competing or just having fun. All participants must be at the finish line by 8:00 PM (course time 1 hour 30 minutes).

Will there be water stations on the route? - We will have a water station on the course and at the finish to help keep you hydrated.

What if the weather is uncooperative? - This is a rain or shine event. We may delay the start of the 5K if weather conditions require us to; however, you should plan to run/walk wet or dry.

What hashtags should I use for social media? - Feel free to include #NightRunnersWPB, #TeamNRWPB, #Pride5K, and #RunProud when sharing on social media.