Storm the Dark 5K
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Storm the Dark 5K
Hazeltine Nurseries presents Storm the Dark, a New Years Eve running and walking event held on December 31, 2026 at Wellen Park High School in Venice, FL. The event supports SKY Academy Venice Charter Middle School of the YMCA SWFL and offers in person running and walking options as well as a virtual option. Distances offered are 3.1 Miles.
Registration fees are tiered by date and category. Early registration prices list runners at $30 and walkers at $25. Later registration increases to $35 for runners and $30 for walkers, with higher fees available on the day of the event. Virtual entry is listed at $39.50. Participants receive a t shirt and a swag bag that includes race day glo sticks.
Age group awards are specified across many standard youth and adult brackets, including groups under 8 and continuing in single and multi year bands up to 80 plus. Overall awards are given for male and female finishers, with additional category awards for Master 40 plus, Grandmaster 50 plus, Senior Grandmaster 60 plus, and Veteran Grandmaster 70 plus.
The event description focuses on community support, on site race amenities, and multiple participation options including an in person run, an in person walk, and a virtual event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
