Running Wild 5K

calendar_today September 27, 2026 location_on Wickham Park- Pavilion 4, Melbourne, Central Florida 32935

About This Event

Running Wild 5K

Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026

Time: 7:30 AM

Running Zone Foundation Race Amenities:

Finisher Medals or save $5 with a no medal option

Fun Trail run through Wickham Park - NO STROLLERS PLEASE!

Unique individual awards

Post-race food and other refreshments

Benefits Florida Wildlife Hospital

Random Giveaways

Timetable:

Saturday, September 26, 2026 – Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL)

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Packet Pickup & Registration

Sunday, September 27, 2026 – Wickham Park (2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne, FL)

6:00 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Opens

7:15 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Ends

7:30 AM: 5K Start!

***Awards Ceremony immediately following race*

Awards:

Top 3 Overall M & F

Top Masters (40+) M & F

Age Groups (Top 3 M & F): 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Up

TEAM Award - Top 3 Fastest Teams (min of 5 and must be co-ed)

Fees:

(Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.)

Individual Registration: $35 ($40 Race Day)

Kid’s Registration: $20 ($25 Race Day)

$5 OFF for No Shirt Option!

$5 OFF for No Medal Option!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Running Wild 5K 2026?

Running Wild 5K takes place on Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Melbourne, Florida.

Where does Running Wild 5K take place?

Running Wild 5K is held at Wickham Park- Pavilion 4 in Melbourne, Florida (Central Florida). See the course maps section on this page for route details where available.

How do I register for Running Wild 5K?

Registration is online — use the Register button on this page to sign up through the race's official registration page. Registering early usually means lower entry fees.

Is there a promo code for Running Wild 5K?

Discounts are set by the race organizer and appear on the official registration page when active. The most reliable way to pay less is registering early — most Florida races raise prices as race day gets closer.

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Running Zone is Brevard County's specialty running store, serving the Space Coast running community from its location on North Wickham Road in Melbourne. The store is the go-to destination for runners across the region — from Satellite Beach and Cocoa Beach on the coast to Viera and West Melbourne inland — and has built a reputation for expert fittings and genuine running knowledge. Staff are runners themselves, drawn from the Brevard County community, and bring first-hand familiarity with local routes, race conditions, and the Space Coast's mix of coastal and trail running terrain. The store carries a curated selection of performance footwear from Brooks, Hoka, New Balance, and Saucony, alongside compression gear, hydration products, sports watches, and recovery tools including OOFOS sandals. Running Zone is active in the Space Coast running scene, supporting local races and connecting runners with training resources across Brevard County.

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Running Wild 5K

September 27, 2026