3rd Bonnet Springs Park 5k | Lakeland, FL

🌅 Event Overview

This race is held by Bonnet Springs Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to enrich our community through nature, culture, recreation, and education in partnership with the Lakeland Runners Club, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to promote running and fitness for people of all ages and abilities in the community.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• Event Date: March 29, 2025
• Location: 600 Bonnet Springs Blvd, Lakeland, FL
• Kids Fun Run: This event will start at 9:00 AM: all participants should be onsite by 8:30 AM.
• Course: The Bonnet Springs Park 5k is held on a USATF-certified course (FL23012JK) and is chip-timed.

🏅 Registration Information

• Cap: The 5k is capped at 1000 participants: the kids fun run is capped at 100 runners.
• Online Registration: Available until March 25 or until sold out: in-person registration will be available during packet pick-up.
• Packet Pickup: Early packet pickup will be held the day before the race from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• Refund Policy: The race is nonrefundable.

📍 Course Information

• 5K Course: The first 0.5 miles will be on Bonnet Springs Blvd, transitioning for loops on the circulator path.
• Kids Run: Approximately 0.25 miles, starting on the circulator path north of the Family Lawn.
• Finish Line: Both races will finish at the Family Lawn.
• Course Map: Available below the event description.

🏆 Awards & Results

• Participant Medal: All finishers for the 5k and Kids Fun Run will receive a participant's medal.
• Results: Available on the Lakeland Runners Club website.
• Award Categories: Includes overall, masters, and age group awards.
• Awards Ceremony: Scheduled for approximately 9:15 AM on the Family Lawn.

⚠️ Safety Guidelines

• No Dogs or Bikes: These will not be allowed on the course.
• Weather Monitoring: Conditions will be monitored prior to the event: updates will be provided as needed.
• Heat Advisory: Stay hydrated, and wear light clothing.
• Headphones: The use of headphones is discouraged for safety reasons.

💡 Additional Information

For more information and to register, visit the official race page: Bonnet Springs Park 5k.