Get ready to RUN for First Responders! Join us for the 5K Hero Dash on Saturday, January 30th 2027, at the beautiful Legacy Park, right near the historic train depot in Venice! You can choose to race or walk the 5K course along the scenic Legacy Trail along Venice’s Intracoastal Waterfront. Afterwards, join us for a fun-filled day with music, awards, emergency service vehicles, antique fire engines, vendors, food trucks, and the family fun zone! This event is hosted by Respect 1st Responders (R1R), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, which supports first responders, military, and front-line workers with resources and equipment. Help us raise funds to stock up on Disaster Relief Kits for natural disasters and emergencies!! Race Details: Registration: Arrive by 8:00AM for packet pickup Race Start: 9:00 AM Located at Legacy Park, 395 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285 Early Bird Prices (before January 16th, 2027) Adult (13+): $35 Children (12 and under): $25 (Prices will increase to $40/Adult, $30/Children on 1/17/27) Each 5K participant will receive: Custom Race Bib Short-Sleeve Race Shirt Free Downloadable Finisher Photo This will be a professionally Florida Race Day LLC chip timed 5K race or walk with downloadable finish line pictures. 5K race awards will be based on time, and suitable for all ages and all levels. Limited to just 300 runners so be sure to register early! Please share with your friends! Be sure to download the instructions for day-of parking! Approved parking zones for the park are listed. No event parking is allowed at the marina/boat ramp permit-only parking lot. Violators will be ticketed and towed, so please obey parking areas. Sponsorships are available! Contact us by emailing us at R1R.org or calling 855-850-FIRE .
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for January 30.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Venice, 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
Hero Dash 5k 2027 — Venice, FL takes place on January 30, 2027. The race is held in Venice, Florida.
Where is Hero Dash 5k 2027 — Venice, FL held?
Hero Dash 5k 2027 — Venice, FL is held at Legacy Park in Venice, Florida.
Where can I find hotels near Hero Dash 5k 2027 — Venice, FL?
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