Saturday, May 24, 2025
Peterson Park in Lakeland Florida
7:00 a.m.
Runners will enjoy a chip-timed 5K race as well as save animals' lives — with every step they take.
The course will run most of the 3 Parks Trail.
Walkers, families, and leashed dogs are welcome!
Can’t join us, no worries, there’s a virtual option for you!
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Registered participants will receive a race bib,
race T-shirt or Tank, and exclusive race medal guaranteed
if pre-registered before May 9th at 5:00 p.m. EST.
(while supplies last after this date).
SCHEDULE
Monday, February 3 - Friday, February 28
Early Registration
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Saturday, March 1 - Friday, May 9
Mid-cycle Registration -
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Saturday, May 10 - Friday, May 23
Late Registration
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Friday, May 23rd
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.: Early Packet Pickup -
Fleet Feet - Llkd, 1523 Town Center Drive
Lakeland, FL 33803
Saturday, May 24th:
Peterson Park
3700 Cleveland Heights Blvd #0215
Lakeland, FL 33803
​6:00 - 6:45 a.m.: Race day registration & race day packet pickup*
7:00 a.m.: Run For Their Lives 5K
7:00 a.m.: Run For Their Lives Virtual 5K
7:15 a.m.: Continental Breakfast at Eagles Nest
8:15 a.m.: Awards Ceremony (Approx. Time)
For information about becoming a sponsor, please email Lisette Eljaiek at leljaiek@spcaflorida.org or call 863-577-4607
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* There is no guarantee that a shirt or tank will be available if registering at this time
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Dogs are required to be fully vaccinated and exhibit good behavior in the presence of crowds, children, and noise. It is essential to bring waste bags and ensure that you clean up after your dog. Water stations will be available midway along the course; however, please ensure that you serve your dog away from the paths designated for runners and walkers.
PRICING
$30
Early Bird Registration or Virtual– Now through February 28
Guaranteed to receive a shirt or tank
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$35
Early Registration or Virtual – March 1 through March 31
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$40
Registration or Virtual – April 1 through May 18
No guarantee to receive a shirt or tank after May 9
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$45
Late Registration or Virtual – May 19 through May 23
No guarantee to receive a shirt or tank
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$45
Race Day Registration – Saturday, May 24, 6:00 - 6:45 a.m.
No guarantee to receive a shirt or tank
$20
Kids' Registration- regular and virtual – 14 and under
No guarantee to receive a shirt or tank after May 9
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* For Virtual no bib will be assigned. Packets will be shipped at the registrants’ expense.
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​Since this is a fundraiser for the SPCA Florida, there will be NO Refunds tendered. The event will be held rain or shine. In the event that the live event does cancel due to inclement weather, including lightning, tornadoes, or hurricanes, or if you cannot attend due to health issues, your live event registration will transfer over to a virtual option, and you will still be able to pick up your bib, shirt, and finisher medal.
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* T-shirt or Tank, and medal are while supplies last for late registration and race day registration