The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K
When is The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K?
The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Miami, FL.
What distances does The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K offer?
The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K offers 4 events: Kid's Dash (Ages 2-9), 1 Mile Kid's Run (Timed Event)(Ages 7-12), Adult - Superintendent's 5K, Student - Superintendent's 5K.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kid's Dash (Ages 2-9) | 0.057 mi | $18.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Kid's Run (Timed Event)(Ages 7-12) | 1.0 mi | $18.00 | Register |
| Adult - Superintendent's 5K | 5.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| Student - Superintendent's 5K | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
How much does The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K cost?
Registration for The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K held?
The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K is held in Miami, FL at Maurice Ferre Park.
About The EdFed Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K
DATE: March 7, 2026
LOCATION: 1075 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
RACE START: 7:30 AM
Events
Registration opens September 15, 2025 at 12 a.m. EDT. Fees will increase to $20 for students and $40 for adults starting Oct. 15. Beginning Feb. 1, registrations will increase to $25 for students and $45 for adults.
Superintendent's 5K
Awards will be given for adult and student categories.
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1 Mile Kid's Race (Timed)
$18
Open to ages 7 - 12.
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Kid's Dash
$18
Open to ages 2-9.
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Information
EdfFed’s Race for Education at the Superintendent’s 5K
Join the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Foundation for the 11th annual run/walk and family fun day dedicated to promoting health and wellness in Miami-Dade County. Participants include children, parents and guardians, teachers and administrators representing over 200 M-DCPS schools. Proceeds from 5K race registrations benefit participating schools.
Since 2008, the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Foundation (formerly the Foundation for New Education Initiatives) has brought tens of thousands of families together at the Superintendent’s 5K. In 2025, 242 schools and 7,069 runners and walkers participated in the Superintendent’s 5K. Over the past decade, participation has increased 250%. Awards go to overall male and female runners and runners categorized by age group.
With your help, we can make the 2026 Superintendent’s 5K event the best one yet!
Did you know? Miami-Dade County Public Schools
- is the 3rd largest school district in the U.S. with 335,474 students.
- has been an A-rated school district for six consecutive years.
- has a 95.2% graduation rate (traditional public schools).
- has 172,769 students who qualify for free or reduced price lunch.
About us:
The M-DCPS Foundation supports Miami-Dade County Public Schools' critical, educational, and innovative initiatives that would otherwise go unfunded.
School Team Deadline: February 13th, 2026
Packet Pick Up: March 2nd & March 3rd, 2026 at 1450 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33132
To be included in your school packet pick-up you must register before the deadline.
Thank you for signing up and supporting Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
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PHOTOS
FIND ALL PHOTOS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT 2023 RACE HERE:
https://fnei.smugmug.com/2023-Super-5K-Event-Photos
RACE BIB / TSHIRT PACKET PICK-UP INFORMATION
LOCATION: M-DCPS District Office (SBAB): 1450 NE 2 Avenue, 1st Floor
TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
TEAM CAPTAINS PICK-UP ONLY:
Only those individuals who registered prior to Midnight, Friday, FEB 14th are included in Team Captain packet pick-up
- MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24th - TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th - TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPANT PICK-UP: Not associated with a team captain or group pick-up.
- RACE DAY INDIVIDUAL PACKET PICK-UP | SATURDAY, MARCH 1st | 6:00AM – 7:30AM - Located inside Maurice Ferre Park
RACE PACKETS INCLUDE:
- Race bib number
- T-shirt
- Goody bag (while supplies last)
TEAM CAPTAINS ARE TO DISTRIBUTE STUDENT PACKETS AT SCHOOL DURING SCHOOL HOURS BETWEEN FEB 25TH - FEB 28TH. TEAM CAPTAINS TO CONTACT SCHOOL PRINCIPALS TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS.
ALL THOSE WHO PICK UP PACKETS EARLIER IN THE WEEK ARE TO GO DIRECTLY TO
THE START LINE (BISCAYNE BLVD.and NE 11th Street)
THERE IS NO REASON TO VISIT THE REGISTRATION TENT ON RACE MORNING.
RACE DAY PARKING
ALL PARKING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.
Kaseya Center (Miami Heat Arena )
is the closest Parking Garage and will be open at 5 AM
$10.00 Parking Fee
Arena does not take cash payments
P2 is the designated parking lot. All vehicles must exit by 11 AM
IMPORTANT: On race morning, Northbound Biscayne Blvd will be counter-flowed onto South Bound Biscayne Blvd from 8th Street to NE 11th Street. Unauthorized vehicles will NOT have access to the Maurice Ferrer Park, Frost Center, and PAM until 9:30 AM. To access P2 turn east off Biscayne Blvd on Bayshore, then left into area lot P2 Parking Garage.
PLEASE NOTE: Anyone parking in the lots listed below MUST return before Noon (12 PM) to retrieve their vehicles. At Noon, ALL gates and the garage will be locked so any vehicles left will remain inside until Monday. If you choose to park in a different lot than the designated below or park at a metered space, you must PAY to park. NOT all lots are free unless specifically designated below. There is NO PARKING in any museum lots for any vehicles or buses.
TRANSPORTATION: The Metrorail and Metromover will be open and can be used to get to the race. You must get on the OUTER LOOP of the Metromover to get to the closest stop next to Miami-Dade Arena/ Miami Heat Arena. Please give yourself enough time as trains run less often on the weekend. Do not park in any other lot than where we have identified/designated on the map. Park in other lots at your own risk.
TEAM CAPTAIN INFORMATION
TEAM CAPTAIN INFORMATION
2024 Superintendent's 5K Challenge!
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MORNING CALL
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VENDOR ONSITE OPPORTUNITY
VENDORS - ALL other vendors should download, complete, and submit the VENDOR DOCUMENT. Insurance requirements are detailed on the PDF.
Once we review the Vendor Doc and approve your display, we will follow up to arrange payment for the space. .