Run Hard Youth 5k
When is Run Hard Youth 5k?
Run Hard Youth 5k takes place on Sunday, December 6, 2026 in Tampa, FL.
What distances does Run Hard Youth 5k offer?
Run Hard Youth 5k offers 2 events: Youth Registration, Adult Registration.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Registration | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| Adult Registration | 5.0 km | $5.00 | Register |
How much does Run Hard Youth 5k cost?
Registration for Run Hard Youth 5k starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Run Hard Youth 5k held?
Run Hard Youth 5k is held in Tampa, FL at 6901 S MacDill Ave.
About Run Hard Youth 5k
The Run Hard Youth 5k is a youth only 5k created to highlight the youth around the Tampa area. Adults are allowed to participate but awards and timing are only for kids 8th grade and younger.
Contact Us
If you are interested in starting a Run Hard team at your school or as a community group, please contact Jesse Harmon, jesse@runhard.org
FAQs
Question not answered? Contact Jesse@runhard.org
When is the race?
December 6th 2026 @ 8:30AM
Where will the race be held?
Gasden Park - 6901 S MacDill Ave, Tampa, FL 33611
Why are only the Kids timed?
The Run Hard Youth 5k is held to focus on the youth in the Tampa Bay community. Adults are welcomed to participate but will not be timed or eligible for awards.
What ages are the age group awards?
The age group awards will be based on the runner's biological sex. There will be Male and Female categories starting with 1st grade and younger, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade.
What time is the race?
The race will begin at 8:30am @ Gadsden Park. Packet pickup will close at 8:15am.
What time can I arrive to pick up my race supplies?
Packet pickup will open at 7am.
Race Info
Where: December 6th, 2026
Time: 8:30AM - Please arrive no later than 8:00AM
Where: Gasden Park - 6901 S MacDill Ave, Tampa, FL 33611
Bring the family as we celebrate the youth in the Tampa Bay Community! Parents, family and friends and welcome to participate or cheer on the runners!
What is Run Hard?
What is the Run Hard Youth 5K?
The Run Hard Youth 5K celebrates the determination, growth, and accomplishments of young runners throughout the Tampa Bay community. Race day is designed to make every runner feel like a star, recognizing their effort and celebrating their achievement as they cross the finish line.
The event benefits the Run Hard school program, which helps students build confidence, develop positive character traits, and establish healthy habits while training to complete a 5K.
What is Run Hard?
Run Hard is an 8-week after school program that builds confident kids while training them to finish a 5k. We utilize character-based concepts to teach running, healthy lifestyle and life skills. The Run Hard curriculum focuses on 9 core values, Teamwork, Wise Choices, Peer Pressure, Work Ethic, Honesty, Respect, Honor, Perseverance and Leadership. Designed for 2nd-8th graders, Run Hard encourages teamwork throughout our lessons and workouts. Regardless of your athletic background or current fitness level, Run Hard will live out our motto: "build up, don't tear down."
Run Hard practices are held on elementary and middle school campuses twice a week, after school. If you are interested in starting a program at your school or want more information, please contact Jesse Harmon, jesse@runhard.org.
How can I start a team at my school? How can I start a community group?
Each Run Hard site (school and community groups) will register for the upcoming season via the website. Registration for the spring season opens January 1st and July 1st for the fall season for schools and community groups. To start a new group please contact Jesse@runhard.org.