Bonnet Springs Park 5k - Lakeland, FL
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Event overview
The Bonnet Springs Park 5k is a community road race held in March 2026 at Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland, Florida. The main event is a 5k on a USATF-certified course (FL23012JK) and the race is chip-timed. A Kids Fun Run takes place after the 5k. Walkers are welcome. The event is presented by Bonnet Springs Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, in partnership with the Lakeland Runners Club, Inc., also a 501(c)(3).
Location, entries, and logistics
The venue is Bonnet Springs Park, a 168-acre park at 600 Bonnet Springs Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33815. The main 5k field is limited to 1,200 runners. A separate 5k stroller rider entry is available and is limited to 150 participants; that entry is for ages 9 and under. The main 5k is open to ages 5 and up. Registration information lists a price of $48.70 for the main 5k (includes fees) and shows a registration opening date in December 2025. Valiant Products is listed as a supporter and a portion of proceeds will benefit the Carol Jenkins Barnett Endowment at Bonnet Springs Park.
Race materials such as bibs, shirts, finisher medals, and awards are not mailed. Packet pickup must be arranged in person or by a designee, and any shirts not collected before the race will be available for exchange after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
