First Journey 5K
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First Journey 5K : Wekiva Parkway grand opening
The event is the grand opening of a section of the Wekiva Parkway at the northwest quadrant of Plymouth Sorrento Road and Haas-Ondich Road in Apopka. The venue includes a 5K road race and a one-mile Family Fun Run/Walk, plus community exhibits, music, speakers and a ribbon cutting. Environmental agencies and wildlife conservation groups will participate, and vehicle technology exhibits are planned.
Event access for the 5K race will be via the temporary SR 429 ramp at County 435 just north of Haas Road. Access for other activities will be via Kelly Park Road and the SR 429 ramp on the northwest side. The race start, finish and overall event area are shown on the organizer map.
Distances
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- One-mile Family Fun Run/Walk
Packet pick-up will be available at the Central Florida Expressway Authority parking lot, 4974 ORL Tower Road, Orlando, FL 32807, on Wednesday, March 28 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and Thursday, March 29 (4 p.m. to 7 p.m.). Packets will also be available on race day.
Fees are listed for early and late registration: 5K ($25 early, $30 after March 29 at 12 p.m.), Family Fun Run/Walk ($10 early, $15 after March 29 at 12 p.m.). A liability waiver is required for all race participants.
All participants will receive a commemorative medal. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in male and female age groups from 9 & under through 80+. The race route will include running over a 60-foot-high bridge through a multi-level interchange. Race proceeds will be donated to a wildlife conservation or rescue organization. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
