The Inua 5K takes place at 4460 Lower Park Road in Orlando, Florida on February 27, 2027, with a 7:30 AM start time. The 5K distance is the sole offering for this running event. Entry fees range from free to $50, making it accessible across most budgets. If you're traveling to Orlando for this race, note that a virtual participation option is available, which may be useful if your schedule or travel plans shift. The early morning start means you'll want accommodation close enough to reach the venue without a pre-dawn rush, leaving you time for a proper warm-up before the gun.
From the Race Organizer
Sprinting towards Self-Sufficiency Join us February 27, 2027 in Blue Jacket Park for our 11th annual Inua 5k to support Inua Partners in Hope. ABOUT RACE We are looking forward to having your support and participation in the 11th annual Inua 5k to raise money for Inua Partners in Hope. Join us IN-PERSON or VIRTUALLY this year! We are looking forward to another fun Finish Line Celebration. Plan to stick around after the race to enjoy music, food, fellowship, and awards to support Inua Partners in Hope. Joining us this year is the talented House Band from School of Rock Winter Park . Over the past decade, this event has raised more than $300,000 to support Inua Partners in Hope, a program designed to break the cycle of poverty and move orphaned and vulnerable youth in Kenya from dependency to self-sufficiency. Inua Partners in Hope is a joint ministry of First United Methodist Church Winter Park and Trinity United Methodist Church in Naivasha, Kenya. Visit our website for more information about the program: www.InuaPartners.org RACE SCHEDULE Saturday, February 27, 2027 5k - 7:30am start 5k Awards - 8:30am FREE kids' run - 9:00am LOCATION, DIRECTIONS, and PARKING Start/Finish area located near the intersection of Meeting Place and Lower Park Road in Baldwin Park. The address for GPS directions is 4460 Lower Park Road, Orlando, FL 32814. That address will take you to the apartments next to the field where the race is. Parking is available along Upper Park Road and Lower Park Road and in the public parking lot off General Rees Avenue. COURSE The course is a loop that begins and ends in Lower Blue Jacket Park. Our race begins in Blue Jacket Park near the intersection of Meeting Place and Lower Park Road in Baldwin Park. Runners will follow the sidewalk within Blue Jacket Park, then cross Lakemont to wind around beautiful Lake Baldwin’s paved trail. Finish will be back in Blue Jacket Park. Bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates, and dogs will be prohibited from the race course. The use of headphones is discouraged. PRICING Now thru October 31, 2026: $40 November 1, 2026 thru February 26, 2027: $45 Race Day, February 27, 2027: $50 (Sorry, no coupons or discounts on race day.) Virtual 5k: $30 Kids’ Run: Free (must register) Walk-up registration will be available at packet pickup & on race day! Shirt Sizes are NOT guaranteed for race day registration and race day packet pickup. All entrants are subject to a $3.65-4.30 convenience fee for online registration. PACKET PICKUP Check back for details on the time and location for packet pickup. You may have another runner pick up your packet for you. RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AT START LINE BEGINS AT 6:00AM STROLLERS We are happy to have you join us with your jogging strollers, but please be courteous to other participants and start BEHIND all runners . Stroller/jogger operators must yield the right of way to runners; please do not weave through packs of runners. Have fun and stay safe! WALKER FRIENDLY Walkers are welcome and encouraged to participate in the Inua 5k! Please allow runners to line up in front of walkers. RESULTS Results will be available at the race. Runners and walkers who wear the designated chip are included in the race results. AWARDS Top three overall males and top three overall females will receive awards. Awards will also be given to the top three males and females in each age group. Kids’ Run participants will each receive a medal. T-SHIRTS and MEDALS All participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher's medal with the 5k and virtual 5k options. Kids running the FREE kids' run will receive a kids' run medal and can purchase a shirt for $10 at registration or on race day (while they last). KIDS' RUN Children will be divided into age groups and distances will range from 100 yards to 1/2 mile. A medal is given to all finishers. Kids' run is free. Please register children 11 and under. The Kids' Run is FREE and T-shirts are available for purchase at registration and on race day - $10/each, while supplies last. VIRTUAL 5k Won't be in town for the race, but still want to support our cause? Register as a virtual runner and run your own 5k anywhere in the world. T-shirts and medals are available for virtual runners. Items can be picked up during regular packet pick-up times or you can choose to have items mailed directly to you. Cost for shipping is $7.50 for up to 4 race packets to one address. FUNDRAISE WITH US! We'd love for your to create your own fundraising page or join a team and work together to help raise money for Inua Partners in Hope. Check out our BECOME A FUNDRAISER page to create your individual or team fundraiser. A sample letter and intro paragraph has already been created for you. Feel free to use these or add your own personal touch to start fundraising today. Contact us with any questions. TEAMS The race is more fun with a crowd! Recruit your family, grab a group of friends, or assemble your co-workers and form a team! Teams of 5 members or
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Inua 5k 2027 — Orlando, FL takes place on February 27, 2027. The race is held in Orlando, Florida.
Where is Inua 5k 2027 — Orlando, FL held?
Inua 5k 2027 — Orlando, FL is held at 4460 Lower Park Road in Orlando, Florida.
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