The 7th Annual Great American Bacon Race: Orlando – Orlando, FL 2026

Date
April 12, 2026
Location
Orlando, FL
Venue
Bill Fredericks Park
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$29.00 – $49.00
Events
The Great American Bacon Race: 5k walk/run: Orlando
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 7th Annual Great American Bacon Race: Orlando takes place at Bill Fredericks Park in Orlando, Florida on April 12, 2026. The event features a 5K running course and starts at 7:30 AM. Entry fees range from $29 to $49 depending on registration timing and options selected. The early start time allows runners to complete their race and explore the area before the heat of the day sets in. If you're racing in Orlando that weekend, Bill Fredericks Park provides a convenient central location for this 5K event.

From the Race Organizer
The Great American Bacon Race is a fun, bacon-themed 5k run with custom finisher medals and awesome finisher T-shirts. Oh, and there is FREE bacon at the finish line. There is also digital timing for awards plus prizes for the biggest team, best costume, and others. Could you walk away with the coveted "Golden Pig?" The event also includes a Bacon Dash for kids. All followed by the Bacon Bash After-Party with music, food trucks, vendors, and lots of free bacon. It's a fun-filled event for bacon lovers to enjoy. WHAT YOU GET!!! A fun, well-organized, bacon-themed, 5k fun run Bacon, bacon, and more bacon (obviously) Custom finishers medal and Great American Bacon Race T-shirt for all participants That warm feeling you get because although you had a great time, a part of your entry fee goes to fight bullying and hate in our schools A finish line filled with medals and FREE BACON (did we mention the Bacon?) Digital timing for all runners (awards and prizes based on time and age group) Baco

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The 7th Annual Great American Bacon Race: Orlando – Orlando, FL 2026?

The 7th Annual Great American Bacon Race: Orlando – Orlando, FL 2026 takes place on April 12, 2026. The race is held in Orlando, Florida.

Where is The 7th Annual Great American Bacon Race: Orlando – Orlando, FL 2026 held?

The 7th Annual Great American Bacon Race: Orlando – Orlando, FL 2026 is held at Bill Fredericks Park in Orlando, Florida.

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