ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 3875 W Pipkin Road, Lakeland, FL
- Distance
- ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run
From the Organizer
The ROAR FLORIDA 5K is a chip-timed road race held at the Sun ‘n Fun Expo Campus at Lakeland Linder International Airport in Lakeland, Florida.
This course offers a unique race environment, taking runners through the active grounds of one of the largest aviation expos in the United States. Participants will run through the heart of the Sun ‘n Fun campus, surrounded by aircraft displays, aviation infrastructure, and open runway and tarmac sections.
This is also a color run, so come ready to stand out. Wear your most colorful outfit, get creative, and expect bursts of color along the course. Whether you’re racing for time or running for the experience, this is your chance to bring the energy and make the course as vibrant as the mission behind it.
The course is flat and fast, making it suitable for competitive runners seeking a strong 5K time, while remaining accessible for walkers and recreational participants.
Proceeds from this event support ROAR FLORIDA and its mission to provide inclusive living and community opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Awards & Recognition
Overall Awards
Top 3 Male Finishers
Top 3 Female Finishers
Age Group Awards
1st Place male and female in each age group
(10 & under, 11–19, 20–29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+)
Note: The fastest male and female finishers in each age category will receive an award.
(Overall finishers are excluded from age category awards)
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
89°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lakeland 2, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lakeland, FL
Population
117,030
as of 2023
Elevation
209 ft
Nearest Airport
LAL
Lakeland Linder International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
TPA
Tampa International Airport · 35 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
110
Days to train
- Race
- ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 3875 W Pipkin Road, Lakeland, FL
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run?
- ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run is a running race held in Lakeland, Florida on September 26, 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 ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Lakeland, Florida at 3875 W Pipkin Road, Lakeland, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
ROAR FLORIDA 5K Color Run
Sep 26, 2026