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Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk

Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Vero Beach, FL, with an entry fee of $30.

Date
September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
Location
Riverside Park, Vero Beach, FL
Price
$30
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Thrive IRC, formerly The Substance Awareness Center (SAC) 5K Run/Walk will take place Saturday, September 26th at 7:30 AM at Riverside Park, Vero Beach.
Thrive IRC's Freedom 5K Run/Walk benefits Thrive's mission: To protect and empower our community by providing resources, prevention strategies, and recovery services that address substance misuse and behavioral health, promoting long-term wellness. 
 

Race Amenities:

  • Cool T-shirts (*Guaranteed for the first 250 registered)
  • Awesome Awards 
  • Food & Beverages post race
 

Race Fees until 9/25:

Adult:  $35
Team:  $30 (per runner with 5+ runners per team)
 

Early Packet Pickup & Registration:

Friday, September 25th: Early Packet Pickup, Thrive IRC, 2300 5th Avenue Suite 103 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
 

Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration:

Location: Riverside Park (3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963)
6:30 AM:  Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
7:15 AM:  Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
7:30 AM:  5K Start!
*Awards Ceremony Following 5K
 

Awards

Overall Top Male and Female  
Age Groups (Top 3 M & F): 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Top Fastest Team (minimum of 4)
Fastest Walk Time 1st - 3rd
Overall Top Fundraiser
Overall Top Fundraising Team 

Race Raffle Tickets 

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Events

Individual 5K Run/Walk$30
Team 5K$30
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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

88°

Typical Low

74°

Chance of Rain

52%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Vero Beach 4se, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:11 AMSunset 7:13 PMDaylight 12h 1m

Host City

About Vero Beach, FL

City Elevation

22 ft

Nearest Airport

VRB

Vero Beach Regional Airport · 1 mi

Major Hub

PBI

Palm Beach International Airport · 70 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

65

Days to train

Race
Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk
Date
September 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk?+
Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Vero Beach, 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 Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk?+
Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Vero Beach, Florida at Riverside Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Thrive IRC Freedom 5K Run/Walk

Sep 26, 2026

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