46th Mayfaire 5k | Lakeland, FL

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

This race is held by 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 Celebration

• Historic Event: Celebrate 46 years of the Mayfaire 5k Road Race and Walk with an evening run or walk.
• Scenic Route: The course leads through downtown Lakeland and the historic Lake Morton district.
• Art Collaboration: The event coincides with the annual Mayfaire by-the-lake art festival.
• Participation: Walkers are welcome, and the course is chip-timed on a USATF-certified route.

⏰ Race Start

The race starts at 7:00 PM on Main Street near the Amtrack train station.

📝 Registration Details

• Online Registration: Open until Tuesday, May 6.
• Onsite Registration: Available during packet pickup on May 9, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• Second Opportunity: Onsite registration also available on race day, May 10 from 5:00 to 6:45 PM.

📦 Packet Pickup

Early packet pickup will be held at the Cleveland Heights golf course clubhouse on May 9 and at the Lake Mirror Center on May 10.

• Friday: May 9 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
• Saturday: May 10 from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM.
• Locations: Cleveland Heights Golf Club - 2900 Buckingham Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803.
• Lake Mirror: Promenade - 121 S Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801.

🗺️ Course Map

The course passes by Lake Mirror before heading downhill and around Lake Morton, then proceeds to an out-and-back up and over Success Ave before returning to Lake Morton. Runners climb Iowa Ave before descending to the finish on the Lake Mirror Promenade.

🏆 Results & Awards

• Results: Available on the Lakeland Runners Club website.
• Award Categories: Overall male and female, masters, grandmasters, and various age groups from 9 and under to 85+.
• Awards Presentation: After the last finisher, around 8:30 PM on the Promenade.
• Note: We are unable to mail bibs, shirts, medals, or awards.

☔ Safety & Weather Guidelines

NO dogs, bicycles, roller skates, or in-line skates will be allowed on the course. The use of headphones is discouraged. Strollers need to stay at the back of the race.

• Weather: The Mayfaire 5k will happen rain or shine. Safety conditions will be monitored closely.
• Heat Advisory: Stay hydrated and wear light clothing to combat high humidity.
• Lightning Policy: Visible lightning will delay the race to ensure safety.

💵 Refund Policy

This race is nonrefundable. If you can't attend, please initiate a registration transfer officially through Manage Your Registration until one week before the race.

📚 Race History

The first Mayfaire 5k was held on May 10, 1980. There were 64 entrants, and the winner was Mike Wachholz of Jacksonville, FL who finished in 14:00.

For more information, visit the official race page: Mayfaire 5k | Lakeland, FL.