Run the Resort 5K

A unique 5K experience where participants run through the beautifully manicured resort grounds, weaving past lakes, golf fairways, gardens, and historic architecture. It’s more than a race — it’s an experience.

Perfect for all fitness levels, and ideal for local families, health-focused individuals, and weekenders looking for something new. Enhance your experience with resort overnight packages for spa, golf, or breakfast. 

Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025
Location: Mission Resort + Club, Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida
Start Time: 7:30 AM ⏰

Make it a full wellness weekend with optional spa packages, brunch, or an overnight stay at our scenic Howey-in-the-Hills resort.

 
🎟️ Race Entry Includes:
Custom finisher’s medal 🏅Scroll to see our swag!!
Official Run the Resort 5K race shirt 🎽
Professionally timed 5K race ⏱
Post-race breakfast sandwiches and beverages 🥤🍪
Access to our vendor village and photo ops 📸

 

Important Notes:

All participants must be registered ✅. Anyone running without a bib will be asked to leave and possibly banned from future events ❌.
If you're pacing someone (a child, spouse, or friend), you must register as well.

📝 Packet Pick-Up:

Location:

Mission Resort and Club Golf Club House
Inside the Club House from 2pm to 6pm.
Phone: 352. 324.3101 Ext: 7281
Located at 10400 County road 48

Dates/Times: Friday, August 29th 2pm-6pm

Race Day:

Packet Pick-up: 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM 🕕 by the Start Line
Race Day Registration: Available online until 6:55 AM, as long as the event is not sold out. No on-site paper registration.
Start Time: 7:30 AM ⏰

 
👟 Strollers & Pets:
Strollers welcome – please start near the back
Pets not permitted on course 🐾 (service animals allowed with advance notice)

🥉 Awards: Stay post race to celebrate our top finishers, awards ceremony will begin at 8:30 AM Categories are top 3 Male and Female overall, First Male and Female Masters, and top 3 Male and Female in 10 year age groups, starting with 19 and under up to 70 and over.  You may log in to our results page to view the results post race as participants finish
 
🏨 Stay the Weekend:
Turn race day into a resort getaway! Book a special 5K runner rate at Mission Resort + Club and enjoy all the amenities:

On-site restaurants

Pool

Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Full-service spa 
36 holes of championship golf
📞 Call 800-874-9053 or visit Resort Website to reserve your stay.

 
📍 Don’t just run — Run the Resort.
Register today and be part of something extraordinary!