Mother's Day 5k - Ocala
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Event overview
The Mother's Day 5k Run / Walk is a community road event scheduled for May 2026 in Ocala, Florida. The course starts in the downtown area, runs through Ocala's Historic District, and finishes in Citizens Circle. The event includes a post-race music program and a Mother's Day celebration. The listing refers to this as the 4th annual edition.
Registration and participant information
The event distance is 5k. Entry fees vary by registration date; a day-of registration fee of $50 is listed. Packet pickup is available at Running Elements (29 NE 1st Ave, Suite E, Ocala). Standard age-group awards are given, plus additional awards for Top Mother and Top Grandmother.
All participants receive a soft race shirt. The first 275 registrants will receive a new race medal; later registrants will receive medals from previous events. All mothers receive a flower, and participants receive a raffle ticket for multiple drawings (must be present to win). The event policy states that dogs are not allowed on the course; well-behaved, leashed dogs may spectate off the course, and registered service animals are an exception. Sponsors listed include local organizations such as Only in Ocala, The Running Elements (Ocala), and Calles de Oro. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.