#Be A Buddy 5K

OCT

17

2026

A community 5K in West Melbourne supporting the Parker Foundation for Autism and Child Development. The event offers an in person race at Space Coast Field of Dreams and a virtual 5K, with registration running Feb 15 to Oct 15 and a $35 fee.

Sat 17 Oct 2026

West Melbourne, Florida

Website

5 kilometers

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#Be A Buddy 5K

The #Be A Buddy 5K is a charity running event held on 10/17/2026 to benefit The Parker Foundation for Autism and Child Development, a Florida based 501c3 nonprofit serving Brevard County and beyond since 2015. The foundation provides free resources to children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders and special needs and supports families through funding and programs in education, safety, sports, and the arts.

The event includes both an in person race at Space Coast Field of Dreams, 3053 Fell Road, West Melbourne, FL 32904, and a virtual 5K run or walk. The race celebrates the Be a Buddy Initiative, which comprises the Peer Buddy and Buddy Ambassador programs, bullying prevention education, and safety initiatives that connect families with law enforcement and first responders. Organizers present the event as an opportunity for individuals, businesses, and organizations to come together to help integrate special needs families into their communities.

Registration opens 02/15/2026 and closes 10/15/2026. The registration fee is $35.00.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.