Fools Run - World's Okayest Run

Fools Run 5k - World's Okayest Run

Fools Run 5k takes place on April 3, 2027 at Legacy Park, 395 E. Venice Ave., Venice, Florida. The event offers an in-person 5K and a virtual 5K; the in-person race is chip timed. The distance for each event is 3.1 miles.

There are three entry options with distinct registration windows and fees: the FIRST 25 entry (registration opens November 19, 2026 and closes March 5, 2027) with a fee of $50.00; the general in-person entry (registration opens November 20, 2026 and closes March 28, 2027) with a fee of $35.00; and the virtual entry (registration opens November 20, 2026 and closes March 24, 2027) with a fee of $50.00. Virtual participants will be mailed race swag approximately two weeks after the live event.

All finishers will receive a finisher's medal. Awards are associated with Gulf Breeze Apparel. Food and drinks will be provided by Chick-fil-A Pelican Plaza.

Packet pickup is available at Gulf Breeze Apparel, 606 Cypress Ave, Venice, on Thursday April 1 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm and Friday April 2 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Packets will also be available on race morning under the pavilion from 7:00 am to 7:45 am. Packets not picked up before the race will be forfeited.

Participants may run, walk, skip, or use a stroller. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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