Love on the Run 5K

Love on the Run 5K Race Information

<h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Babcock Ranch is excited to announce our inaugural Love on the Run 5K Run/Walk. The Love on the Run 5K Run/Walk at Babcock Ranch is a perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, combining a scenic course with a fun, festive atmosphere.</strong><span style="font-size:8pt"></span></span></h5> <h6 style="line-height:1"> </h6> <h3><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>The shirt cutoff date is February 5, 2026. Shirts ARE NOT guaranteed after this date.</strong></span></h3> <p style="line-height:1"><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:12pt">EARLY PACKET PICKUP: </span></span></strong><span style="font-size:12pt">Thursday, February 12th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, February 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.</span></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 );font-size:12pt"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">PICKUP LOCATION: </span></strong>Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42911 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982. </span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 );font-size:12pt"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>RACE DAY PARKING: </strong></span>Free ample parking is available near the starting area.<br /><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: </span></strong> 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. at Bluebird Park, 16050 Babcock Trail, Punta Gorda, FL  33982<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>RACE DAY REGISTRATION: </strong></span> 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., cost is $40.00.  <br /><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>RACE START TIME:</strong></span> 8:00 a.m. </span></p> <h5 style="line-height:1"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Post-race snacks and awards will be provided. Bathrooms and Water Stations will be located at the start and finish areas, and the water stop will also be at the halfway mark.  </span></h5> <h6 style="line-height:1"> </h6> <h5 style="line-height:1"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">Awards:</span></strong></span></h5> <h5 style="line-height:1"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Age group awards are based on off-chip time.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">There will be overall awards and finisher medals.</span></h5> <h5 style="line-height:1"><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">Actual Awards:</span></strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1st Place Overall Awards: Male &amp; Female.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1st Place Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters: Male &amp; Female</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">In-person awards to the top three M/F in the following age groups:9 and 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&#43;. </span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong> </strong></span></h5> <h5 style="line-height:1"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">Frequently asked questions:</span></strong></span></h5> <h5 style="line-height:1.1"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Q: Is this a timed race? </strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">A: Yes, the 5K is chip-timed by <a style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )" href="https://www.beachbumtiming.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Beach Bum Timing.</a></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Q: Is there an Untimed fun run?</strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">A: Yes, the untimed fun run will start with the timed 5K..</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Q: What is the course surface like?</strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">A: The course is paved roads and sidewalks.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Q: Are dogs allowed on the course? </strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">A: You may run with your dog, but you assume ALL responsibility for your dog. Your pet must be leashed at all times and up to date on vaccinations. Please pick up after your pooch. Participants with dogs will start at the back of the race. </span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Q: Are strollers allowed on the course? Course map coming soon.</strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">A: Yes. Participants with strollers must start at the back of the race.<strong> </strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Q: Is the course good for spectators? </strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">A: Yes. </span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong> </strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>RACE CONTACT INFO:</strong></span></h5> <h5 style="line-height:1.1"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>If you have any questions about this race, please contact:</strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Liz Ogle - Race Director</strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Tel: 941.676.7191</strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Email: logle&#64;ccmcnet.com</strong></span></h5>