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Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk

Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk is a running race on September 5, 2026 in Duck Key, FL, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $35.

Date
September 5, 2026 (64 days to go)
Distance
5K
Price
$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Hawks Cay Resort kicks off its 18th Annual Heroes Salute Weekend with the Heroes Salute 5K Run/Walk.

This special Florida Keys tradition honors active-duty military, veterans, law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel. Show your support as you run through the island of Duck Key dressed in your patriotic, military, or first responder gear.

Registration is limited to just 200 participants, so sign up today to reserve your spot!

SCHEDULE:

  • Friday, July 3 | Packet Pickup
    5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Pick up your race bib, timing chip, and T-shirt on the Marina Event Lawn, then stay and enjoy First Friday on the Promenade.
  • Saturday, July 4 | Race Day
    6:00 AM – 6:55 AM Onsite Registration & Packet Pickup
    6:55 AM National Anthem
    7:00 AM Race Starts

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

Race bib, timing chip, and official race T-shirt. Please note: T-shirt sizes are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be guaranteed.

CATEGORIES:
Women | 17 and under, 18-49, 50+
Men | 17 and under, 18-49, 50+

Medals and Prizes awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each category.

Events

5k Run/Walk$35

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Race
Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk
Date
September 5, 2026

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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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)

What is the Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk?+
Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk is a running race held in Duck Key, Florida on September 5, 2026. 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 Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk?+
Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Duck Key, Florida at 540 Duck Key Dr. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Hawks Cay Heroes Salute 5k Run/Walk

Sep 5, 2026

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