5k Nevermore
5k Nevermore is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Ocala, FL, with an entry fee of $5.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 (44 days to go)
- Location
- 4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL
- Price
- $5
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Dare to dash through the deepening dusk in this mesmerizing twilight adventure. Welcome to the "5k Nevermore" - where shadows lengthen and spirits soar as day surrenders to darkness.
Wind your way through Ocala's meandering trails as the sun sets and shadows dance among the Spanish moss. This unique twilight-to-darkness race captures the haunting essence of Poe's timeless tale of devotion. As darkness descends, your path will be illuminated by carefully placed gothic lanterns, creating an atmospheric journey through the gathering night.
Event Details:
Date: October 24, 2026
Location: Baseline Trail Head
1 Mile Start: 5:40 (Must have supervision if parents plan on running the 5k after)
5k Start: 6:30 PM
Race Information:
5k (3.1 miles) course
Chip-timed event
Age group awards for 5-year increments:
9 and under
10-14
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80+
Finisher Medals
Special Awards:
Best Costume Award: Channel your inner Poe character and compete for the most creative outfit!
Don't miss this unique opportunity to combine your love for running with the macabre world of Edgar Allan Poe. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just looking for a fun evening out, the Race to Thee, Annabel Lee promises an unforgettable experience.
Register now and prepare to run for your life... or is it for your death? As Poe would say, "Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there, wondering, fearing..." What wonders and horrors await you at the finish line?
Events
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
83°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ocala, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ocala, FL
Population
64,903
as of 2023
City Elevation
65 ft
Nearest Airport
GNV
Gainesville Regional Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
SFB
Orlando Sanford International Airport · 62 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 Nevermore, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
44
Days to train
- Race
- 5k Nevermore
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL
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About This Sport
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5k Nevermore
Oct 24, 2026