Skip to main content
Run Vibes
Browse races
Chasing the Dream 5K -MLK Day Celebration logo

Chasing the Dream 5K -MLK Day Celebration

Mon, Jan 18, 2027, 7:30 AM EST

Location
Orlando, FL
2501 General Rees Ave., 32802
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run for a cause on MLK Day in Orlando, supporting New Image Youth Center's vital programs for youth.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • For a Cause

Join Central Florida's only MLK Day 5K, Chasing the Dream, for a meaningful start to the holiday. This event is more than a race; it's an opportunity to support the New Image Youth Center, with all proceeds directly benefiting their vital programs for at-risk youth. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or enjoying the community spirit, your participation helps foster positive learning experiences and character building. Celebrate the legacy of MLK Day by running for a cause and making a tangible difference.

What to expect

Participate in Central Florida's unique MLK Day 5K. Receive a custom-designed medal and a high-quality tech shirt. Compete for age group awards with chip timing, all while supporting a great cause.

Standout details

  • Central Florida's only MLK Day Race
  • Supports New Image Youth Center programs
  • Custom-designed finisher medal
  • Chip timing and age group awards

Perks & features

  • Awards
  • Shirt

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Mon, Jan 18, 7:30 AM EST · From $27.50

    Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jan 18, 2027, 6:59 PM EST

  • 3.1 Miles

    Mon, Jan 18, 7:30 AM EST · From $22.20

    Opens Jan 14, 2026, 7:19 AM EST · Closes Jan 18, 2027, 7:42 AM EST

  • 3.1 Miles

    Mon, Jan 18, 7:30 AM EST · From $43.40

    Opens Jan 14, 2026, 7:34 AM EST · Closes Jan 18, 2027, 6:59 PM EST

Vibe Check

Easygoing

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Central Florida's only MLK Day Race!

Lace up your running shoes and join us for Central Florida's only MLK Day race -Chasing the Dream 5k! This isn't just any race; it's a journey towards making a difference. This event promises to be not just a run, but an experience to remember!

Every stride you take helps support the amazing work at New Image Youth Center, with all proceeds directly benefiting their programs. It's your chance to run for a cause and be a part of something bigger!

What's in store for you?

A custom-designed medal to commemorate your achievement A high-quality tech shirt, perfect for your running collection Chip timing and age group awards And more surprises along the way! Whether you're a seasoned runner or lacing up for the first time, your participation means the world to us and to the countless lives that New Image Youth Center touches. Let's chase the dream together on MLK Day!

Proceeds from this event will benefit the New Image Youth Center .  They are an after-school and summer program for at-risk youth, helping students in a high-needs neighborhood obtain a "New Image" through positive and motivating learning experiences, character building, and the promotion of education and fun.

We will also be accepting food donations for the students of New Image Youth Center! Please bring individually wrapped snacks, fruit, and microwavable meals, such as chips, crackers, fruit cups, mac & cheese cups, fruit, ramen noodles, etc.

Awards

We will be giving awards to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place men and women in each age group category. Age groups are below.

10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79

There will also be awards given to the top three men and women overall.

Race Day Schedule

6:30 a.m.- Registration/Packet Pick-up Opens

7:20 a.m.- Pre-race Warm-up

7:30 a.m.- Race Start Time

8:45 a.m.- Awards Ceremony

Parking

There is parking at the park on General Rees Avenue and on the surrounding streets. We encourage you to carpool and arrive early.

Also in this area

Similar vibe nearby

Races nearby with a similar atmosphere.

More demanding options nearby

Higher-difficulty races in the same state.