Hispanic Heritage 5K
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Event Overview
The Apex Hispanic Heritage 5K is a running event that takes place in Cape Coral, Florida. It is held at Rotary Park on 5505 Rose Garden Road. This event is described as the second annual race and is positioned as a cultural celebration.
Race Details
Two distances are offered.
- 5K
- 1 Mile
All finishers receive a commemorative medal and an event shirt. The 5K race is chip-timed, with awards for overall and age group finishers. Age group categories range from 0-10 to 70+.
Cultural Celebration
The event is open to everyone and focuses on celebrating the diversity of Hispanic cultures alongside the American flag. During registration, participants can choose a country to represent. Organizers encourage wearing Hispanic-themed outfits and bringing flags. The event is hosted in collaboration with the Cape Coral Police Athletic League, with a portion of proceeds supporting their youth and community programs.
Event Activities
The event includes more than just the run. A DJ provides music throughout, food trucks are on-site, and there is a master of ceremonies. The description notes that the previous year's event had over 300 participants.
Logistics
Packet pickup details are listed as "TBD" (To Be Determined). The race courses for both distances are listed as "Coming Soon." Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.