17000 Porter Road, Winter Garden FL
Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Date: October 20, 2024 (Sunday)
5K Start Time: 7:30 am
Kid’s Run Start Time: 8:45 am
Location: Orlando Health Horizon West Hospital (Parking Lot) - 17000 Porter Rd, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Description: The 7th annual Bears Who Care OktoBEARfest 5K Fun Run & Walk is a family-friendly event supporting a charitable cause. Participants can run, walk, or jog either in person or virtually to provide teddy bears and books to children in need.
Dedication: This year's event honors Kari Schmitz, the President and founder of Bears Who Care, who passed away in January 2024.
Tribute: Tribute story about Kari here.
In-Person Registration:
Virtual Registration:
Benefits: All proceeds from the event will support children in need through Bears Who Care, a 501(c)(3) charity.
Donation: Donate to Bears Who Care
Event Updates: Follow Bears Who Care on Facebook
Awards: Given in various categories, including Top 10 Male and Top 10 Female in the 5K race.
Timing: Chip timed event with results posted onsite and online.
Packet Pick Up: Pre-race day options available for participants.
Volunteer: Interested in supporting the event? Click Here
Parking: Guidelines provided for parking at the event location.
T-Shirts: Special event day t-shirts for pre-registered participants.
Restrictions: Safety guidelines regarding items like bicycles, skateboards, and pets on the race course.
Safety: Protocols in place for an "in person" capacity of 500 runners with unlimited spots for virtual participants.
Starting Line Map
Suggested Races