
Inaugural Race to Eden 5k Presented by Freedom Tech Center is a running race on February 27, 2027 in Fort Walton Beach, FL, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
Inaugural Race to Eden 5k
Join us for the 1st Annual Eden 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun run for all abilities as we come together to make a lasting difference.
Every registration helps support Mission Alpha. Proceeds from this event help advance healthcare and support for military families with exceptional needs. Your participation supports Mission Alpha’s efforts to promote evidence-based healthcare, expand access to medically necessary services in educational and childcare settings, and advocate for ADA-compliant housing for active-duty families. Together, we help strengthen military families and ensure our forces are ready, resilient, retained, and able to attract the talent needed to serve our nation.
Event options include the 5K Run, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Fun Run.
The first 100 5K and 1-mile registrants receive an official event shirt and finishers medal. A post-race party with food, cold drinks, a DJ and an award ceremony will round out the morning.
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
67°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Niceville, 9 mi from the venue.
City Elevation
0 ft
Nearest Airport
VPS
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
PNS
Pensacola International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Inaugural Race to Eden 5k Presented by Freedom Tech Center
Feb 27, 2027