12th Annual Lakeland Regional Health Hollis Cancer Center Promise Run

12th Annual Lakeland Regional Health Hollis Cancer Center Promise Run

The 12th Annual Promise Run will take place rain or shine at the Lake Mirror Promenade in Downtown Lakeland. 121 South Lake Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33801

Entry fees are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be deferred to another runner or year.

Packet Pickup

• Thursday, March 5, 2025 from 6:00am-11:00a - Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children - Mulaney Auditorium, 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland FL 33805
• Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 4:00pm-7:00pm - Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children - Mulaney Auditorium, 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland FL 33805
• Friday, February 28, 2025 from 4:00pm-7:00pm - Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children - Mulaney Auditorium, 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland FL 33805

For Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up it's best to park in the lots at the intersection of Lakeland Hills Blvd and Garden Street then enter the pavilion on the first level by the outside fountain/ roundabout entrance.

Race Day, March 7, 2026 starting at 6:00am at the Lake Mirror Promenade Registration Tent - Lake Mirror Promenade, 121 S Lake Ave Lakeland FL 33801

Registration

Registration is open to the first 1,400 registrants. If you are unable to register for the Promise Run in advance, you may register before the race starting at 6:00am on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Registration Tent at Lake Mirror Promenade. Cash and credit cards will all be accepted. Shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed on race day.

Course

The Promise Run 10k and 5k races start and finish in downtown Lakeland. The course will follow the historic streets of Lakeland as you navigate the scenic lakes. The Promise Run 10K and 5K are certified courses.

Fees

The earlier you register, the more you save!

• Thru February 1st: $45 - 10k Entry Fee, $36 - 5k Entry Fee
• February 2nd – March 6th: $50 - 10k Entry Fee, $40 - 5k Entry Fee
• March 7th (day of race): $55 - 10k Entry Fee, $45 - 5k Entry Fee

What is Included

• Each participant will receive a race packet with race bib.
• High quality performance shirt.
• Finisher's medal upon completion of the race.
• Top finishers will receive an award.

Schedule of Events - March 7, 2026

• 6:00am Packet Pickup and Registration + Kids Run registration
• 7:00am 10k start
• 8:35am 5k start
• 8:45am* 10k Awards
• Kids Run will begin after the completion of the 5k
• 9:50am* 5k Awards

*Tentative starts, based on race completion times

Kid’s Run

Join us for our Kid’s Run! It’s Free!

Parking

Parking garages on Iowa Street and Main Street will be open and are free on the weekends. Iowa Garage is closest to the event start and finish line and other event activities. The Summit Building parking garage located on Lake mirror on Massachusetts Avenue will be open. There are several lots around the promenade that are free as well. Note there will be 1,500+ in attendance, arrive early to allow time for parking.