
Hazeltine Nurseries presents Storm the Dark! is a running race on December 31, 2026 in Venice, FL, with entry fees from $25 to $39.50.
From the Organizer
New Year’s Eve 5K — Hazeltine Nurseries presents Storm the Dark!
Join us as we kick off the new year with purpose, community, and a great run. Hazeltine Nurseries proudly presents the Storm the Dark 5K, supporting SKY Academy Venice Charter Middle School of the YMCA SWFL.
The race will take place at Wellen Park High School at 4:45 PM on December 31, 2026. Lace up, light up, and help us celebrate the start of a bright new year together.
Runners/Walkers
$30/$25 early registration - now until October 1
$35/$30 registration - October 2-December 30
$40/$35 registration - Day of Race
Virtual Runners
$39.50
Participants will receive a t-shirt and swag bag with race day Glo Sticks.
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
73°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Venice, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
9 ft
Nearest Airport
SRQ
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Hazeltine Nurseries presents Storm the Dark!
Dec 31, 2026