You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk

You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Merritt Island, FL.

Date
September 19, 2026 (78 days to go)
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Run or walk the You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run at MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL to kick-off "You Matter Day" for suicide awareness.  

Registrants receive:

  • Registration is FREE this year!  First 200 registered will receive a race medal!  
  • Add on a t-shirt for $20 if you wish
  • Receive 3 drawing tickets for fabulous event drawing prizes!
  • Prizes for top Overall 3 Male and 3 Female finishers!  
  • This is a non-timed run/walk

After the fun-run, visit the booths at You Matter Day, throw some balls at the dunk tank, listen to some music, and visit the resource booths that will be ready and waiting for you in the high school parking lot post-race.  

  • Race Packet Pickup  8:00 am - 9:00 am at the auditorium parking lot
  • Race is FREE!  T-shirt add on is $20 (+ fees) - No Refunds   Sizes guaranteed if registered by September 1
  • Walk-Up Registrations are accepted until 8:30 am.  Shirts and sizes are not guaranteed 
  • Start Line is in the Merritt Island High student parking lot, then run or walk the perimeter of the beautiful Merritt Island Mustang campus! 
  • Finish back in the Auditorium parking lot.  
  • Parking is in the student parking lot.  Turn in at the light at CVS.
  • Post Race:  Visit the booths and earn tickets for great drawing prizes! 
  • Mental Health and Suicide Awareness event https://www.doitforhunter.org

All proceeds benefit Do It For Hunter, Inc., a local non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives from suicide. 

 

 

 


 

 

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

86°

Typical Low

72°

Chance of Rain

45%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Titusville 7 E, 17 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:09 AMSunset 7:22 PMDaylight 12h 13m

Host City

About Merritt Island, FL

City Elevation

-1 ft

Nearest Airport

MLB

Melbourne Orlando International Airport · 21 mi

Major Hub

MCO

Orlando International Airport · 38 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race
You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk
Date
September 19, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk?+
You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk is a running race held in Merritt Island, Florida on September 19, 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 You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk?+
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Merritt Island, Florida at 100 Mustang Way. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

You Matter Mustang Mile Fun Run-Walk

Sep 19, 2026

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