Walktober Kickoff Fest
Walktober Kickoff Fest is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Melbourne, FL.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (26 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Saturday, September 26: 8-11 a.m. 📍Eau Gallie High School Stadium
Lace up your walking shoes and bring the whole family for a fun-filled wellness celebration unlike anything we've done before!
Walk alongside colleagues from across the district as we take part in our inaugural one-mile team Walk. Then enjoy a festival-style wellness experience featuring:
🍂 Complimentary breakfast
🍂 Health screenings and wellness resources
🍂 Community vendors and local partners
🍂 Exciting giveaways and prize drawings
🍂 Music, games, and activities for all ages
🍂 Family-friendly fun that everyone can enjoy
Whether you're looking to boost your health, connect with coworkers, discover new wellness resources, or simply spend a fun morning with your family, Walktober Fest has something for everyone.
Don't just hear about it... be part of BPS history! Be among the first to participate in this exciting new tradition as we launch Walktober together and take the first steps toward a healthier, stronger school year.
Get ready for an unforgettable morning of movement, wellness, family fun, and community connection!
Be sure to register for the Walktober Challenge at Bps.walktober.com.
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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
88°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
48%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Melbourne Wfo, 10 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
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Waiting For?
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26
Days to train
- Race
- Walktober Kickoff Fest
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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Walktober Kickoff Fest
Sep 26, 2026