WAYS Race to Independence 5K

WAYS Race to Independence 5K

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026

Location: Space Coast Field of Dreams Park, 3053 Fell Rd, West Melbourne, FL 32904 US

Description: To Benefit WAYS (Wraparound Youth Services) for Life provides wraparound youth services to youth in Brevard County ages 15-25, who are aging out of the foster care system, experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied youth of our community on their journey to independence. We equip them with the essential tools and resources vital for navigating the challenges of adulthood. WAYS offers a multitude of services to youth in Brevard County including case management, mental health, food services, identification services, legal, career pathways, secondary education, life skills program and even a GED FastTrack on site.

Time Table:

• Friday, March 27th: Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd) 10:00 AM-6:30 PM: Early Packet Pickup and Registration
• Saturday, March 28th: Space Coast Field of Dreams (3053 Fell Rd, West Melbourne, FL 32904)
  • 7:00 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
  • 7:45 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
  • 8:00 AM: 5K Race Start!
  • Awards Ceremony immediately following the race

Fees:

• Adult: $35 through 3/27 (race day $40)
• Child (12 & under): $25 through 3/27 (race day $30)

Awards:

• Top 3 Overall M & F
• Top Masters M & F (40+)
• Top 3 M & F in each age group: 13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & up
• Largest Team

Note: FREE RACE T-SHIRT FOR THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS