Strides for Education 5K - 5K Run/Walk
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External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
DUE TO 2026 CONSTRUCTION ON CAMPUS THE RACE DISTANCE WILL BE 2.75 MILES (VERSUS 3.1 MILES) The 5K course includes a shaded tour of Florida SouthWestern State College's beautiful campus. Serious runners will appreciate the race bibs with chips ensuring an accurate race time. This race will be put on by the Fort Myers Track Club. You can also run for the fun of it, stroll with family and friends, or bring your kids out to the kids' dash. Proceeds from the 5K support the Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program. Take Stock in Children Lee County is a mentoring and incentive program that provides doorways to success for deserving low-income students of Lee County. With the support of donors like you, over 800 Lee County Children have earned a life-changing scholarship.
Typical conditions
For events around February 2027 in Fort Myers, FL, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Fort Myers, FL, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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Also in this race
- Feb 6, 2027 · 1:30 PM (this one)
- Feb 6, 2027 · 2:30 PM
