Fight Child Hunger 5K
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Event overview
The Fight Child Hunger 5K Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Melbourne, FL. The event is a 5K run/walk held at Viera High School, 6103 Stadium Parkway, Melbourne, FL 32940. The race supports awareness and fundraising for The Children’s Hunger Project and the Sharing Center of Central Brevard. Entry fee is listed as $25, with a reduced fee of $15 for ages 0-12. The price increases after January 9, 2026.
Logistics and awards
Packet pickup and registration are available the day before the race at Running Zone, 3696 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, and there is late registration and packet pickup at Viera High School on race day. All participants receive a finisher medal and a pancake breakfast after the race. Awards include top teams (minimum five people with at least one member of the opposite sex), top school participation, top three overall male and female, top masters (40+) male and female, and age-group awards (top three male and female) across categories from 8 & under through 80+.
Sponsorship and management
A "Best of Brevard" sponsorship level is offered for $1,000 and includes 10 race entries, promotional placement in swag bags, sponsor recognition signage, and name inclusion in a post-event thank-you ad. Race management and timing services are provided by Running Zone Race Management, Inc. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
