Run the Resort 5K

Labor Day Weekend!

A unique 5K experience where participants run or walk through the beautifully manicured resort grounds, weaving past lakes, golf fairways, gardens, and historic architecture. It’s more than a race — it’s an experience.

Participants can also take on the 2026 Two Course Challenge by participating in Run the Resort on Labor Day Weekend and Run the Course in the spring. Complete both events and earn two connected medals — each representing a different course — that join together to form one magnificent double challenge medal. Two races. Two historic courses. One unforgettable challenge. Register for both at once and save 10% on each race!

Perfect for all fitness levels, and ideal for local families, health-focused individuals, and weekenders looking for something new. Enhance your experience with resort overnight packages for spa, golf, or breakfast. 

Date: Saturday, September 5th, 2026
Location: Mission Resort + Club, Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida
Start Time: 7:30 AM 

Make it a full wellness weekend with optional spa packages, brunch, or an overnight stay at our scenic Howey-in-the-Hills resort.

 
Race Entry Includes:
Custom finisher’s medal Scroll to see our swag!!
Official Run the Resort 5K race shirt 
Professionally timed 5K race for in person
Shipping for Virtual participants
Post-race breakfast sandwiches and beverages 

 

Important Notes:

All participants must be registered . Anyone running without a bib will be asked to leave and possibly banned from future events.
If you're pacing someone (a child, spouse, or friend), you must register as well.

 

Packet Pick-Up:
Mission Resort + Club (Located at 10400 County road 48, Phone: 352. 324.3101 Ext: 7281)------> Club House (Enter the main entrance to Mission Resort and go Right)
Inside the Club House

Friday, September 4th  2pm-6pm

Race Day:  6:30 AM - 7:15 AM 🕕 by the Start Line  also at the Club House

Race Day Registration: Available online until 6:55 AM, as long as the event is not sold out. No on-site paper registration.

 
Strollers & Pets:
Strollers welcome – please start near the back
Pets not permitted on course  (service animals allowed with advance notice)

 

Awards: Stay post race to celebrate our top finishers, awards ceremony will begin at 8:30 AM Categories are top 3 Male and Female overall, First Male and Female Masters, and top 3 Male and Female in 10 year age groups, starting with 19 and under up to 70 and over.  You may log in to our results page to view the results post race as participants finish
 
Stay the Weekend:
Turn race day into a resort getaway! Book a special 5K runner rate at Mission Resort + Club and enjoy all the amenities:

On-site restaurants

Pool

Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Full-service spa 
36 holes of championship golf
Call 800-874-9053 or visit Resort Website to reserve your stay.

 
Don’t just run — Run the Resort.
Register today and be part of something extraordinary!