Run for the Boolies
When is Run for the Boolies?
Run for the Boolies takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Lakeland, FL.
What distances does Run for the Boolies offer?
Run for the Boolies offers 2 events: Run for the Boolies 5k, Run for the Boolies 5k - Virtual.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Run for the Boolies 5k | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Run for the Boolies 5k - Virtual | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
How much does Run for the Boolies cost?
Registration for Run for the Boolies starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Run for the Boolies held?
Run for the Boolies is held in Lakeland, FL at 929 Lake Hollingsworth Dr.
About Run for the Boolies
Join us for an evening 5k and Run for the Boo-lies!
Support the Polk County Bully Project and their mission to help save the Bully Breeds. Come run, jog, or walk! All levels welcome. Your Puppies are welcome (friendly ones please!), they must be on a leash. Please pickup after your puppy!
Don't Wait to Register! Shirts sizes are guaranteed if Pre-Registered before Sept 14. (After this date, shirts and sizes are available while supplies last.)
Pricing
$30 - Now through Aug 31
$35 - Sept 1 - Sept 27
$40 - Sept 28 -Oct 2
$45 - Oct 3 Day of Race (If Event is still Open)
Early Packet pick up - Friday, October 2, 2026
4:00-7:00 pm - Fleet Feet Lakeside Village - Lakeland, FL
Day of Race - Saturday, October 3, 2026
5:00-5:45 pm - Packet Pickup and Day of Race Registration
6:00 pm - 5k Start (No Late Starts)
7:15 pm - Awards Ceremony (Approx Time)
Awards
Overall Male & Female
Overall Masters (40+) Male & Female
Age Group Awards - Top Three Male and Female in the standard 5 year age groups
(9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24 through 80+)
Please avoid long lines on race day!
There is limited parking at the Lakeland Country Club Public Parking. We highly suggest pre-registering and picking up your packet on Friday. If you can not make it Friday's packet Pickup, please arrive early and give yourself plenty of time to park, pick up your packet and get back to the start line (.2 mile from the packet pickup tables). Packet pickup line will close at 5:45pm and race will start promptly at 6:00 pm.
This race will be chip time and start on the path (at Jonila Ave). Anyone not starting at 6:00PM will default to Gun start time. (No Exceptions)