
2027 Gift of Life Steps for Life South Florida 5K is a running race on January 31, 2027 in Boca Raton, FL, with entry fees from $30 to $45.
From the Organizer
Join us in the fight to cure blood cancers through stem cell and bone marrow transplants. Each of us has the power within to save someone's life.
Gift of Life Steps for Life South Florida 5k is an event not to be missed! This event features the first-time meeting of a recipient and their life-saving donor, as well as a Superhero Sprint for children under 6 years of age and a certified, chip-timed run for both walkers and runners.
Sunday, January 31, 2027 at Florida Atlantic University Stadium
Day of Registration: Event day check-in starts at 8:00 AM
Opening Ceremony: Begins at 9:00 AM
Superhero Sprint: Begins at 9:15 AM
Race Start Time: Begins at 9:30 AM
Packet Pick Up
When is packet pickup?
Packet pick-up prior to January 31st is strongly recommended.
Starting January 26, 2026
Runners Edge - 3195 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton 33431;
561-361-1950, please call to confirm hours.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pompano Beach Airpark, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
98,833
as of 2023
City Elevation
11 ft
Nearest Airport
FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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2027 Gift of Life Steps for Life South Florida 5K
Jan 31, 2027