
From the Organizer
WELCOME TO THE FURNACE! The HOTTEST 5K on the Treasure Coast! This 3.1 mile run/walk starts and ends right in front of Fleet Feet Stuart and travels through the scenic and flat North River Shores neighborhood! It’s Florida! It’s Summer! It’s August! Time to have some fun and show the rest of the Treasure Coast that just because it’s HOT, we still love to RUN!
Packet Pick Up is at Fleet Feet Stuart
Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026 | 10am - 6pm
Friday, Aug. 7, 2026 | 10am - 6pm
Race day, Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 5:30 am - 6:25am.
We encourage everyone to pick up your race packet BEFORE race day. We do not require ID so you can pick up your friends and family race packets too. You just need to know their name.
This is a LEAVE NO TRACE RACE. Anyone found littering on the course or parking area will be disqualified. We recommend you bring a reusable water cup or bottle if possible. Thank you for helping keep our North River Shores neighborhood clean.
Come EARN your Fleet Feet Furnace long-sleeve black race hoodie!
We want you to race with us. So, we added a reduced race fee if you don't want to receive a finisher medal and a race shirt.
We have options for Registration:
- If you register for 5K Full Price then you are guaranteed a race shirt and Finisher medal.
- If you register for 5K VIRTUAL then you will receive a race shirt and Finisher medal.
- If you want to race "Old School" at a discounted rate then you will receive a race bib only. Choose the in-person race option and when you arrive at the screen to select shirt size, you will see the option to select "OLD SCHOOL (NO shirt/NO medal)" to save $20
Would you like to be a sponsor? Sponsor Opportunities Email mary@fleetfeetstuart.com with sponsorship questions.
Fleet Feet is a national supporter for Girls on the Run. We are fortunate to have a local chapter that we get to support through our local events. Please help us raise needed funds for Girls on the Run - Treasure Coast Chapter
From their website:
"At Girls on the Run Treasure Coast, teaching essential life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Trained volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy."
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
91°
Typical Low
76°
Chance of Rain
51%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stuart, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
17 ft
Nearest Airport
VRB
Vero Beach Regional Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
PBI
Palm Beach International Airport · 35 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
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Fleet Feet 9th annual Furnace 5K Run and Kids Dash
Aug 8, 2026