From the Organizer
Join us in Historic Downtown Bartow for the 1st Annual Main Street Bartow Octoberfast 5K & Kids 1K Fun Run! Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with friends, or cheering on your little runner, this family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the fall season.
The 5K course will take participants through the charming streets of Downtown Bartow and Historic Bartow neighborhoods, showcasing our historic district while providing a fun and welcoming race experience for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
5K Registration Includes:
• Official race bib
• Event long-sleeved dri-fit T-shirt (while supplies last)
• Finisher medal
• Race timing and results
• Access to post-race refreshments
Kids 1K Fun Run Includes:
• Official race bib
• Event T-shirt (for additional charge)
• Finisher medal
• Fun, family-friendly race experience
Race Day Schedule:
Kids 1K Fun Run: 9AM
5K Race Start: 8AM
Timing Disclaimer: The Main Street Bartow Octoberfast 5K is a recreational fun run and is not a certified or professionally timed race. Any times posted or announced are unofficial and provided for participant enjoyment only.
This event benefits Main Street Bartow's mission to support downtown revitalization, community events, and local business development.
Come run, walk, celebrate, and experience all that Historic Downtown Bartow has to offer!
Rain or shine event. Registration fees are non-refundable.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
85°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bartow 1se, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bartow, FL
City Elevation
111 ft
Nearest Airport
LAL
Lakeland Linder International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
TPA
Tampa International Airport · 43 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- OctoberFAST Fun Run 5K and Kids 1K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 343 W Davidson St, Bartow, FL
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the OctoberFAST Fun Run 5K and Kids 1K?
- OctoberFAST Fun Run 5K and Kids 1K is a running race held in Bartow, Florida on October 17, 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 OctoberFAST Fun Run 5K and Kids 1K?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Bartow, Florida at 343 W Davidson St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the OctoberFAST Fun Run 5K and Kids 1K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
OctoberFAST Fun Run 5K and Kids 1K
Oct 17, 2026