
Flamingo Run for Rescues 5k - SOLD OUT! is a running race on May 8, 2027 in Jupiter, FL, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Run or walk your way through the beautiful Riverbend Park course while supporting the following local animal rescues Palm Beach Purrs, Great Dane Rescue of South Florida, Kelly’s Fosters and Wild Whiskers!
Come dressed in your best PINK or Flamingo-themed outfit! Enjoy music provided by DJ Brandan V and refreshments provided by Wycliff Golf and Country Club, Rise and Grind, Bolay and Sprouts!
Registration includes a high-performance race shirt and flamingo finisher metal. Every runner will be greeted at the finish line with an ice cold cooling towel and bottle of water!
The Flamingo 5K starts at 7:30 am SHARP! Please allow extra time to park and walk to start line. The road to the race entrance closes at 7:10am for the safety of the runners. Timing is done by AccuChip Race Timing.
There will be an awards ceremony at 8:20am for male and female overall top finishers three deep, male and female age-group finishers three deep, and flamingo themed prizes for the best group costume and best individual costume! You have to come just to see the custom FLAMINGO trophies for first place winners!
Kids 11 and under are free with a registered adult. They will not receive a shirt or medal BUT we have fun flamingo swag for them plus yard games like corn hole and hula hoops! STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED ON COURSE
Race Day schedule:
Onsite packet pick up 6am-7am (Pre race packet pick up at PetSmart on Friday, May 8th)
Arrive and park by 7am (follow signs and volunteers in pink reflector vests)
Bathrooms, water, coffee and light refreshments available by the start/finish line
Road to race entrance closes at 7:10am
Race starts at promptly 7:30am
Awards ceremony starts at 8:30am
Sign up today! Every runner helps more homeless animals in our community!
Packet Pickup:
PETSMART - ALTON - 5350 Donald Ross Rd. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Friday, May 8th, 2026
9:00-11:00am and 4:00-6:00pm
YES! You can pick up race packets for other runners!
Onsite packet pickup on race day 6am-7am
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
If you would like to volunteer for the Flamingo 5K, we would love to have you. High school students- we will sign off on community hours! Please email us at flamingorunforrescues@yahoo.com
RACE POLICY (Strollers, dogs, etc.)
In the interest of safety and to address liability concerns, please note that strollers are allowed however animals are prohibited on the course and at the park. Access to the course is exclusively granted to registered runners and walkers who are wearing the official race bib. Additionally, the use of scooters, bikes, skateboards, and similar devices is strictly prohibited. Your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines is greatly appreciated. No dogs are allowed at Riverbend Park.
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
83°
Typical Low
68°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Palm Beach Gardens, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
61,097
as of 2023
City Elevation
8 ft
Nearest Airport
PBI
Palm Beach International Airport · 18 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.
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Flamingo Run for Rescues 5k - SOLD OUT!
May 8, 2027