Events
5K Run/Walk
Free Kids Run Fun - 100 meters
Event Description
Lace up, light up the way. Join the Surviving the Standard Foundation for the Lights and Laces Winter Classic 5K on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Lake Wailes Park in Lake Wales, Florida. This chip-timed 5K follows the lighted, paved Lake Wailes Trail along the water and brings the community together in support of those who answer the call: law enforcement, fire, EMS, medical, corrections and dispatch. Every registration includes a race shirt and directly funds scholarships and leadership development for aspiring public safety professionals across Polk County and beyond. The Surviving the Standard Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Run, walk or cheer. Every step lights the way for the next generation of public safety.
Event Details
📅 Saturday, December 12, 2026
⏰ Race Start: 8:00am
(Arrive early to park, warm up, collect your race bib and shirt, and use the restroom.)
📍 Lake Wailes Park - 33 North Lake Shore Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Awards
Open Division
Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females and top 3 in the following age groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 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+
Event Highlights
Finisher Medal
Long Sleever Tech Tee - optional with Kids Run registration
Free Kids Run (100 meters) - Free
Age Group Awards
Music & DJ
Free Pics
Race Day Schedule
6:45 a.m. - Packet Pickup
8:00 a.m. - 5k Run/Walk
9:10 a.m. - Kids' Fun Run (100 meters)
9:15 a.m. - Age Group Awards
Parking
coming soon!
Packet Pick-up
📅 Friday, December 11, 2026
⏰ Packet Pick-up: 11:00am–2:00pm
📍 Coming Soon!
⏰ Race Day Packet Pick-up: 6:45am–7:50am
(Arrive early to park, warm up, collect your bib and shirt, and use the restroom.)
Contact Form
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Event Location
Lake Wailes Park
33 North Lake Shore Blvd
Lake Wales, FL 33853 US
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