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5K for a Better Day

5K for a Better Day is a running race on February 27, 2027 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, with an entry fee of $20.

Date
February 27, 2027 (170 days to go)
Price
$20
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Join us on Saturday, February 27, 2027, for our 18th Annual "5K for a Better Day" race – an American Heritage School event dedicated to promoting wellness, unity, and positivity. Lace up your running shoes and stride towards a brighter tomorrow with friends, family, and fellow participators. All proceeds benefit the Sarah Foundation Children’s Hospital. Let's run together for a healthier, happier, and more hopeful future.

Events

5K Run$20

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

78°

Typical Low

61°

Chance of Rain

25%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Lauderdale, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:46 AMSunset 6:21 PMDaylight 11h 35m

Host City

About Fort Lauderdale, FL

Population

94,002

as of 2023

City Elevation

6 ft

Nearest Airport

FLL

Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport · 5 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

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 5K for a Better Day, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

170

Days to train

Race
5K for a Better Day
Date
February 27, 2027

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 5K for a Better Day?
5K for a Better Day is a running race held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on February 27, 2027. 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 5K for a Better Day?
Saturday, February 27, 2027 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at 12200 West Broward Blvd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 5K for a Better Day?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

5K for a Better Day

Feb 27, 2027

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