East Lake Firefighters 5K

The East Lake Firefighters Benevolent Association is proud to welcome back their Annual East Lake Firefighters 5K on February 28, 2026. This chip-timed race includes a participant T-shirt and finisher medal for the first 300 runners registered (241 as of 2/20/26), along with a post-race pancake breakfast at East Lake Fire Rescue Station 57 located at 3375 Lake Tarpon Blvd, Palm Harbor, FL, 34685. Sign up by February 5, 2026 to guarantee your shirt size is available when you pick up your packet.

Since our founding in 2022, the Benevolent Association has donated tens of thousands of dollars to support first responders facing serious medical challenges—especially those battling cancer due to job-related exposures. Beyond that, we’ve connected with thousands of local children through community outreach, supported the East Lake Rotary Club, assisted with hurricane cleanup efforts, and helped families in need experience a meaningful Christmas.

This year’s 5K will benefit the family of Retired Fire Chief Tom Jamison. Chief Jamison’s 4-year-old granddaughter is currently battling Stage 3 brain cancer, and a portion of all proceeds will be donated directly to her family. We look forward to a morning of fitness, fun, and fundraising in support of a truly meaningful cause.

The 2026 East Lake Firefighters 5K is proudly powered by The Fran Haasch Law Group.

Awards & Prizes
Top Overall Male & Female will each receive a custom Fire Helmet Shield Award and a $50 gift certificate courtesy of American Running Company


Age Group Awards (1st, 2nd, 3rd place helmet shields):
17 & Under – Male / Female
18–50 – Male / Female
51+ – Male / Female

Registration
$40 early registration
$45 race-day registration

Packet Pick Up Information
Packet pick up will be held at Station 57 located at 3375 Tarpon Lake Blvd, Palm Harbor, Fl 34685 on the following dates:

02/25/2026 - 9:00am - 1:00pm

02/26/2026 - 2:00pm - 6:00pm 

02/27/2026 - 9:00am - 1:00pm

Race day packet pick up will also be available the morning of the race. If picking up your packet on race day please plan to arrive at least 1 hour prior to the start of the race. 
Parking Information
Parking will be available at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection located at 1555 Windmill Pointe Rd, Palm Harbor, Fl 34685. This location is walking distance from Station 57 which will serve as the start/finish line and the post-race party. A shuttle will run from the parking location to Station 57 starting at 7:00am on race day. 

In addition to the parking listed above there will be limited first come first serve parking on the north side of Tarpon Lake Blvd directly across from Station 57.