
From the Organizer
The Inferno Challenge Englewood
5K | 10K | 30K
Can You Beat the Heat?
Get ready to turn up the temperature at one of the hottest races of the summer!
The Inferno Challenge Englewood is coming to Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park in Charlotte County on Saturday, August 1st, 2026 — and we’re daring you to take on the sun, the sweat, and the Florida fire!
The 5K is open to runners and walkers of all levels, while the 10K and 30K are designed for endurance athletes and heat-hardened competitors. This race is built to push limits with gritty summer miles through Florida’s sun-soaked terrain. This is your chance to prove you can go the distance — and handle the heat.
Race Day Details:
Location: Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park – Charlotte County, FL
Start Time: 7:30 AM
Distances: 5K, 10K, or 30K
Terrain: Flat and fast — but the real challenge is the heat and the sun!
Cut-Off Time: 12:30 PM (All races) – No Exceptions
Race Swag:
Custom Inferno finisher medal for all participants
Official Inferno Challenge T-Shirt
Awards for top overall and age group finishers
Packet Pickup:
No Pre Race (Friday) Pickup
Race day packet pickup will be available beginning at 6:15 AM at the pavilion at the park
Course Maps:
Course: Click HERE
5K – 1 Lap
10K – 2 Laps
30K – 6 Laps
Dress light, hydrate early, and don’t forget your sunscreen.
Are you ready to embrace the burn?
See you at the start line.
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
92°
Typical Low
75°
Chance of Rain
49%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Venice, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
14 ft
Nearest Airport
PGD
Punta Gorda Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
SRQ
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport · 30 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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The Inferno Challenge Englewood
Aug 1, 2026