
WAYS Race to Independence 5K is a running race on March 27, 2027 in West Melbourne, FL, with an entry fee of $35.
WAYS (Wraparound Youth Services) for Life provides wraparound youth services to youth in Brevard County ages 15-25, who are aging out of the foster care system, experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied youth of our community on their journey to independence. We equip them with the essential tools and resources vital for navigating the challenges of adulthood. WAYS offers a multitude of services to youth in Brevard County including case management, mental health, food services, identification services, legal, career pathways, secondary education, life skills program and even a GED FastTrack on site.
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
78°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Melbourne Intl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
MLB
Melbourne Orlando International Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
MCO
Orlando International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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WAYS Race to Independence 5K
Mar 27, 2027