Edison Festival of Light 5K

Saturday, February 21, 2026 • Fort Myers, FL
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When is Edison Festival of Light 5K?

Edison Festival of Light 5K takes place on Saturday, February 21, 2026 in Fort Myers, FL.

What distances does Edison Festival of Light 5K offer?

Edison Festival of Light 5K offers 1 event: 5K.

Event Distance Price
5K 5.0 km $30.00 Register

How much does Edison Festival of Light 5K cost?

Registration for Edison Festival of Light 5K starts at $30.00.

Where is Edison Festival of Light 5K held?

Edison Festival of Light 5K is held in Fort Myers, FL at 2310 Edwards Dr.

About Edison Festival of Light 5K

This race precedes the Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade. Participants run along the streets of downtown Fort Myers that is lined with 200,000 (est.) cheering spectators gathered for the Grand Parade. The starting line will be South of Edwards Drive on Jackson Street.
 
Proceeds go to the Edison Festival of Light, a non-profit 501(c) 3 tax-exempt organization that works with many other local non-profit and profit organizations to promote the arts, culture and history of Fort Myers and Southwest Florida. Through scheduled and sanctioned events, the Festival helps to promote and support local groups.
 
Event Parking (No Parking at Race Site)
Monroe Street Parking Garage (Directions)
Main/Jackson Street Parking Garage (Directions)
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Mail-in Form

Refund Policy

I acknowledge that registration fees are non-transferable and *non-refundable.

Race

Race Start Time: 5:15pm

Race Day Packet Pick-up & Registration: 4:00pm

Pricing

Adult: $30 on or before January 9, 2026
Late Adult: $35 January 10 - February 20, 2026
 
Youth: $15 on or before January 9, 2026
Late Youth: $20 January 10 - February 20, 2026
 
Race Day: $40 All ages
 
**20% FMTC Membership discount applies to pre-race registration. NO discounts on RACE DAY.

Packet Pick-Up & Registration

A QR code for quick registration will be provided at pre-race packet pick-up. Please BRING YOUR PHONE to register. Credit Card ONLY accepted.
 
Packet Pickup: 
February 19, 2026 | 4-6PM (Thursday)
Fleet Feet - 13499 S Cleveland Ave, Bell Tower Shops

Date & Location (Race Day, On-Site):
February 21, 2026 | Starting at 4PM (Saturday)
2310 Edwards Dr., Downtown Fort Myers, 33901 (Directions)

Event Parking

Monroe Street Parking Garage (Directions)

Main/Jackson Street Parking Garage (Directions)

Give Away

The first 400 participants guaranteed a Unisex Dry-Fit shirt.

Awards

OVERALL AWARDS (Top Male & Female) based on GUN TIME:
Overall
Masters (40 & Over)
Grandmasters (50 & Over)
Senior Grand Masters (60 & Over)
 
AGE GROUP AWARDS 3 DEEP (Male & Female) based on CHIP TIME:
9 & Under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over
 
TEAM AWARDS (Top Male & Female) based on aggregate team CHIP TIME:
Male Team: Must have at least 3 MALE members, but no more than 5.
Female Team: Must have at least 3 FEMALE members, but no more than 5.
 
Elementary School Team
Middle School Team
High School Team

Course Map

Heat Warning

Temperatures/humidity can be high in South Florida. Participants should drink plenty of fluid (non-alcoholic) for 48 hours prior to, during and upon finishing the race. Beware of heat-injury symptoms (dizziness, no sweating, nausea, cramps, redness, incoherent speech and thoughts). Seek immediate assistance if symptoms occur. Wear loose, light-colored clothing.

Strictly Prohibited

Unregistered participants, unauthorized vehicles, bicycles, roller blades, skates, skateboards, strollers and pets are strictly prohibited.  Baby joggers are allowed but participants must start and remain at the back of the runners/walkers, thereby not interfering (passing, swerving between) with the other participants.

Chip Timing

This event will be timed with the ChronoTrack Bib Tag Technology by the Fort Myers Track  Club. Your Timing Strip is attached to your race number.  Do not remove this tag, fold or wrinkle your race number. Do not cover your race number (Tag) with a jacket.  Simply pin all four corners to the front of your running shirt.

 
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