
From the Organizer
Hope & Honor 5K
Honoring Life, Empowering Hope
Join us on Saturday, January 9, 2027, at beautiful Lakes Regional Park in Fort Myers for the inaugural Hope & Honor 5K – Honoring Life, Empowering Hope.
This meaningful community event brings together runners, walkers, families, caregivers, and supporters to celebrate life, honor loved ones, and support the compassionate mission of Hope Healthcare. Whether you are participating in memory of someone special, celebrating a survivor, supporting a friend or family member, or simply looking to make a difference in our community, the Hope & Honor 5K offers an opportunity to come together for a cause that touches so many lives.
Participants will enjoy a scenic course through Lakes Regional Park, commemorative race swag, finisher medals, awards, community vendors, and a morning filled with inspiration, remembrance, hope, and encouragement.
All proceeds from this event help support Hope Healthcare's mission of providing comfort, dignity, and compassionate care to patients and families when they need it most.
Race Day Details
Location
Lakes Regional Park
7330 Gladiolus Dr
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Start Time
5K – 8:00 AM
Parking
Paid parking is available on-site at Lakes Regional Park.
Awards
Overall Awards
Top 3 Male Overall
Top 3 Female Overall
Age Group Awards
Top 3 Male & Female in each age group (Chip Timed)
0–9 | 10–19 | 20–29 | 30–3940–49 | 50–59 | 60–69 | 70+
Packet Pickup
Location: Fleet Feet Fort Myers
Date: Friday, January 8th, 2027
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
More Than A Race
The Hope & Honor 5K is more than just a run. It is an opportunity to come together as a community, celebrate cherished memories, honor those who have impacted our lives, and help provide hope and support to families throughout Southwest Florida.
Whether you run, walk, volunteer, donate, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps make a difference.
Together, we honor life. Together, we empower hope.
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
75°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
18%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Myers Page Fld Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
15 ft
Nearest Airport
RSW
Southwest Florida International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Fort Myers, FL
2 miles away
Apex Hispanic Heritage 5K
1 mile away
Partners Pink Run, Presented by Worthington Realty
1 mile away
Mullets & Mustaches Run
1 mile away
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Hope & Honor 5K
Jan 9, 2027