The Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 takes place October 4, 2026, in Brandon, Florida, at the Brandon Recreation Center. This running event starts at 3:00 PM and caters to young athletes. Entry fees range from $15 to $50 depending on the race option selected. The afternoon start time means you'll want accommodation nearby to manage pre-race logistics and post-event recovery. Brandon is centrally located in the Tampa Bay area, giving you options for hotels within reasonable driving distance of the venue. Consider booking lodging that allows flexible check-in and checkout times to accommodate the event schedule and any family activities surrounding the race day.
From the Race Organizer
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish. Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event. Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners. Makeup Date Information: 11/08/2026 Single Day Racing: Single day registration opens 1 hour before each race and must be completed onsite. The fee covers one race only. Single day participants are not eligible for series scoring, overall results, or an event T-shirt. Participants may upgrade to the full series to receive scoring and a T-shirt for races after the upgrade. Upgrade instructions can be found HERE . Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively): Kindergarten & 1st Grade 2nd & 3rd Grade 4th & 5th Grade 6th to 8th Grade Challenger Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs! #GetUpandGo
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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 – Valrico, FL 2026 — Brandon, FL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Brandon, FL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 – Valrico, FL 2026 — Brandon, FL?
Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 – Valrico, FL 2026 — Brandon, FL takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Brandon, Florida.
Where is Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 – Valrico, FL 2026 — Brandon, FL held?
Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 – Valrico, FL 2026 — Brandon, FL is held at Brandon Recreation Center in Brandon, Florida.
Where can I find hotels near Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 – Valrico, FL 2026 — Brandon, FL?
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