Memorial Day 15K - Lakeland

MAY
23
2026
Celebrate Memorial Day in Lakeland with a scenic 5K, 10K or 15K around Lake Hollingsworth, available in person or virtually. Active and retired military run free with ID and all finishers earn a 2026 finisher medal.
Sat 23 May 2026
15 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Memorial Day 5K/10K/15K in Lakeland, Florida takes place on May 23, 2026 at Dr Thomas B. Mack Park on Lake Hollingsworth. The event includes in-person and virtual options and offers a complimentary entry for active and retired military with valid military ID. All finishers receive a 2026 finisher medal.

Distances

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • 15K
  • Virtual 5K, Virtual 10K, Virtual 15K

Race details

All three in-person events start and finish at Thomas B. Mack Park and circle Lake Hollingsworth. Because the lake is about 5K, the 10K and 15K require multiple laps. The race uses chip timing for a timed start and finish. Water stations will be available at approximately every 1.5 miles. Participants must finish with at least a 16 min/mile pace.

Awards, volunteers and logistics

Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, top three in Masters and older age categories, and top three in standard five-year age groups. Virtual participants may run where they choose and submit times by the end of race day; virtual packages are shipped after the event to continental US addresses. Packet pickup is held on race morning, typically starting one hour before the race. Volunteer recruits who meet specified requirements are eligible for a $50 Visa gift card. Registration fees vary by event and registration period. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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