What race distances can I run in Lakeland?
Lakeland has 5K (9), 10K (6). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Florida · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Lakeland, Florida
Upcoming running races in and near Lakeland, Florida - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
14 upcoming races · 7 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Lakeland races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 22, 2026LRC Distance Program Lakeland, FLFrom $25Details Tue, Sep 1, 2026LRC Kids Run Club Lakeland, FLFreeDetails Sat, Oct 10, 2026Running Scared 5K/13K - Lakeland Lakeland, FLFrom $33Details Fri, Oct 16, 2026The Great Pumpkin Pie 5k Lakeland, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026InnerAct Alliance Red Ribbon Run Lakeland, FLFrom $15Details Sat, Nov 7, 202650th Lake to Lake 10k Lakeland, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026White Elephant 5K/10K - Lakeland Lakeland, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holly Jolly Jingle Bell Jog 5k Lakeland, FLFreeDetails Sat, Jan 16, 2027Freakin Freezin 5K - Lakeland Lakeland, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Nighthawk Trail Run - Night Owl 5K and Coyote 10K Lakeland, FLFrom $45Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027Love The Run You're With 5k Lakeland, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Mar 6, 202713th Annual Lakeland Regional Promise Run Lakeland, FLFrom $36Details Thu, Apr 1, 2027Ultra Ultras Fools 4ish Mile Lakeland, FLFrom $42Details Sat, Aug 28, 2027Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Lakeland Lakeland, FLRegistration opens Mar 22, 2027From $30Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Lakeland. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 8, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Lakeland
When is race season in Lakeland?
October is the busiest month for races in Lakeland, with 3 of the 14, followed by August with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Lakeland races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 7 races in Lakeland with published results, the typical median finish is around 39:23, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Lakeland?
Browse Lakeland run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Lakeland?
Yes, one race around Lakeland gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race.