Breaking Barriers 5k Run/Walk
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Haines City, FL
- 555 Ledwith Ave, 33844
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run or walk a beautiful lake course to support Puzzle’s Love Autism Foundation, fostering an inclusive community for individuals with autism.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
For a CauseWho it's for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyGreat for: beginners, cause-driven runners
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the 2nd Annual Breaking Barriers 5k Run/Walk at Lake Eva Park in Haines City, FL. This event brings the community together for fitness, fun, and a meaningful cause. Enjoy a course around the beautiful lake, with options for all ages and abilities, including a free untimed 5k for kids 10 and under. Your participation supports Puzzle’s Love Autism Foundation, aiding individuals with autism, unique abilities, and their families through vital resources and an inclusive community.
What to expect
- Enjoy a course that winds around the scenic Lake Eva. - All registered participants receive a custom t-shirt and a finisher medal. - Kids 10 and under can join a free, untimed 5k run/walk.
Standout details
- Supports Puzzle’s Love Autism Foundation
- Free kids' 5k (10 & under)
- Custom t-shirt & finisher medal
- Awards for top finishers
Perks & features
- Awards
- Shirt
Awards
ShirtFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
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The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Breaking Barriers 5k Run/Walk. The event will begin at Lake Eva Park, race around the beautiful lake and end at back at the park. Join us for a fun-filled event as we unite the community for fitness, fun, and fundraising. There will also be a FREE untimed 5k Run/Walk for those aged 10 and Under providing an opportunity for everyone to participate. Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this event is for everyone! All participants registered before March 27, 2026 will receive a custom t-shirt and all finishers will receive a beautiful Finishers Medal.
Proceeds f rom this event will benefit Puzzle’s Love Autism Foundation's mission to support individuals with autism, unique abilities and their families through resources, education, and an inclusive community.
Awards:
Overall Awards: Trophies will be given to the Overall top 3 male and female finishers.
Age Group Awards: Age Group Awards will be given for Top Male and Female in each of the following Age Groups:
10 and Under, 11-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41- 50, 51-60, 61-70 and 70+.
Largest Group Award
Packet pickup will open at 7:00am Raceday at Lake Eva Park.
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