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50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL

50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Lakeland, FL, with an entry fee of $40.

Date
November 7, 2026 (107 days to go)
Location
121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL
Price
$40
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

This race is held by the Lakeland Runners Club, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to promote running and fitness for people of all ages and abilities in the community.

 

Lake to Lake 10k

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
🕢 7:30 AM
📍 Lake Mirror | Lakeland, FL

Join the LRC for the 50th annual Lake to Lake 10k! This race is the oldest annual race in Polk County and runs on residential streets and paved running paths through the Lakeland chain of lakes and the historic Lake Morton district, encompassing three lakes during the course. You'll also be able to see Lakeland's iconic swans on Lake Morton.

Walkers are welcome at this event, there is a minimum pace requirement of 16:00 min/mile. The Lake to Lake 10k is held on a USATF-certified course (FL25020JK). The race is chip-timed.

Thank you to the Denis L Fontaine Foundation for their support since 1994; a donation from the 10k will benefit the YMCA of Central Florida. 

 

We are unable to mail 🔢bibs, 🎽shirts, 🏅finisher medals, or 🏆awards. 

If you are not able to attend, please make arrangements for in-person pickup. A friend or family member may collect your packet during the scheduled packet pickup window or retrieve your award during the awards ceremony. Please refer to the race info for specific times and locations.

Any shirts not picked up before the race begins will be available for exchange after the race.

 

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Weather

Typical Conditions

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

81°

Typical Low

60°

Chance of Rain

19%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lakeland 2, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:43 AMSunset 5:39 PMDaylight 10h 56m

Host City

About Lakeland, FL

Population

117,030

as of 2023

City Elevation

209 ft

Nearest Airport

LAL

Lakeland Linder International Airport · 5 mi

Major Hub

TPA

Tampa International Airport · 35 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL
Date
November 7, 2026
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About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL?+
50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL is a running race held in Lakeland, Florida on November 7, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL?+
Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Lakeland, Florida at 121 S Lake Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

50th Lake to Lake 10k | Lakeland, FL

Nov 7, 2026

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