8TH Annual
8th Annual POWer in Pink 5K is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Lakeland, FL, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $40.
From the Organizer
Be a part of the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida's (BCFCF) 8th Annual 5K as we proudly stand as an independent nonprofit.
Together, we can deliver a POWerful punch to the often overlooked costs of breast cancer.
Join us in this vital mission—Walk. Run. Support local families impacted by breast cancer!
Where: First Presbyterian Church, Lakeland, FL
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Participant registration is hosted by our official timing partner, Bay City Timing & Events.
Own your power. Show up for survivors.
All proceeds benefit BCFCF. Every step helps local breast cancer fighters and their families cover real-life essentials—like rent, groceries, and utilities—during treatment.
Whether running, walking, or sponsoring, you're part of the impact.
Ready to rally? Register today and join us in making a difference!
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
90°
Typical Low
73°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lakeland 2, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
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
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 8th Annual POWer in Pink 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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 (FAQs)
8th Annual POWer in Pink 5K
Sep 19, 2026