Lipman Run/Walk For Backpacks

MAR

21

2026

This 12th annual 5K in Ave Maria supports a great cause: all proceeds go to purchase school supplies for local families. The event features a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile walk, and a free kids' fun run. Join the community for a scenic route around the lakes on March 21, 2026.

Sat 21 Mar 2026

Golden Gate, Florida

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Details

The 12th annual Lipman 5K Run/Walk For Backpacks takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Ave Maria, Florida. The event location is North Park at 4010 Anthem Pkwy, Ave Maria, FL 34142.

Distances & Activities

5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Walk
Junior Fun Run (free for children 10 and under)
Virtual 5K Run/Walk

Charity & Purpose

All proceeds from the event support Lipman's Annual Backpack Giveaway, which provides backpacks, bicycles, shoes, and other school supplies for families in Immokalee, Florida. This marks the 16th year of the backpack giveaway initiative.

Participant Information

Registration is open to participants aged 6 to 90. All in-person race registrants receive a dri-fit long-sleeved shirt. Trophies are awarded to male and female winners in various age categories.

The course is described as going around the lakes at Ave Maria.

Logistics

Packet pickup is available on Friday, March 20, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Lipman Family Farms, 315 E. New Market Rd., Immokalee, FL 34142. Same-day registration opens at 6:30 AM on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

Lipman 5k Run/walk 4 Backpacks

1 Mile Walk