Walk With Me 5K

MAR
15
2026
Join MLE's 15th annual Walk With Me and 5K at Tropical Park for a family friendly day featuring a 5K, two walk options, food trucks, games, and activities. Support students with special needs while enjoying community fun and fundraising.
Sun 15 Mar 2026
5 kilometers

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Event details

MLE's 15th Annual Walk With Me & 5K is scheduled for March 15, 2026, at Tropical Park Shelter #10, 7900 SW 40th Street, Miami, FL 33155. The event program includes a 5K run and two walk options: a walk and a "Sleep Walk (Donation)". Listed registration fees are $45 for the 5K and $30 for each walk option. The event features a 5K route and on-site offerings such as food trucks, games, and other activities.

Background and purpose

The Walk With Me event began in 2012 when a group of four high school freshmen organized support for the Miami Learning Experience School. The event typically draws more than 1,000 participants each year and has raised upwards of $40,000. Funds have supported new technology, after-school programs, and the creation of a dedicated walking path. The event engages Student Ambassadors from more than ten schools and emphasizes community building and awareness for students and adults with special needs. The stated mission is to create an atmosphere of support for people with special needs by maximizing community building and spreading awareness. The stated vision is for wider school participation and increased recognition as an event that creates meaningful awareness and support for those students and their families. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
Walk
Sleep Walk (donation)