Run for the Kids Challenge 2027
Run for the Kids Challenge 2027 is a running race on January 23, 2027 in Melbourne, FL, with entry fees from $65 to $80.
- Date
- January 23, 2027 (194 days to go)
- Location
- 2500 Parkway Dr., Melbourne, FL
- Price
- $65–$80
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join runners and walkers to take on 15K in the 2027 THREE-race Challenge!!
Adults and kids running and walking for Brevard's families. Supporting Brevard County children and families takes an entire community of people working together for the better good. It also takes awareness and active participation. All proceeds will benefit three Brevard-based organizations that provide funding, resources, and other assistance for children and their families.
The race series consists of:
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Tooth Trot 5K on January 23, 2027
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Brevard PALS 5K Run/Walk for Autism Awareness on February 20, 2027
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Brianna Marie Foundation 5K on Feb 27, 2027
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Fantastic medals will be awarded to all race series registrants as well as special awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd combined 3-race time for female and male category... but more importantly you will be supporting 3 important non-profit charities all located right here in Brevard County. These three races have been working together for the past 9 years to help children and their families in Brevard County and beyond.
- NEW in 2027- Run for the Kids SHIRTS!
Virtual Run/Walk Option: Can’t participate in person for these races? Sign up for our VIRTUAL RUN option, and we will mail you the Series Finisher Medal and all the race shirts at the end of February! Thanks for your participation in helping many children and their families!
(If you are interested in being a race series sponsor and showing your commitment to our community, please contact the "Race for the Kids Challenge" director, David Scholl, at RFTKinfo@gmail.com).
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
72°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Melbourne Wfo, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Melbourne, FL
Population
85,718
as of 2023
City Elevation
21 ft
Nearest Airport
MLB
Melbourne Orlando International Airport · 1 mi
Major Hub
MCO
Orlando International Airport · 48 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 Run for the Kids Challenge 2027, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
194
Days to train
- Race
- Run for the Kids Challenge 2027
- Date
- January 23, 2027
- Location
- 2500 Parkway Dr., Melbourne, FL
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Melbourne than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
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Run for the Kids Challenge 2027
Jan 23, 2027