LCMS Foundation 5kRun/2kWalk-2026
calendar_today October 31, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
South Florida
Running in Fort Myers, FL
Your local guide to races, running stores, and the Fort Myers running community.
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Upcoming Races
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Running Stores
Running in Fort Myers at a Glance
wb_sunny Best Running Months
Oct – Apr
Cooler temperatures, lower humidity
thermostat Typical Weather
70–90°F
Year-round running climate
terrain Terrain
Flat
Road, trail, and beach routes
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5K & 1 Mile
Most popular race distances
Fastest Fort Myers Runners, 2026 Cross Country
Season bests from 16 Fort Myers-area schools, including Lehigh Acres and North Fort Myers, pulled from the Florida XC database.
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Boys · 5k Full list
| 1 | Reed Hagen '29 Fort Myers· 3A | 15:30.30 |
| 2 | Noah Lefko '30 Fort Myers· 3A | 16:01.15 |
| 3 | Trae Britton '28 Fort Myers· 3A | 16:17.48 |
| 4 | Nash Akers '29 | 16:40.9 |
| 5 | William Santana '27 North Fort Myers· 3A | 16:52.71 |
Girls · 5k Full list
| 1 | Lillian Lampitt '29 Bishop Verot· 2A | 19:19.76 |
| 2 | Aurelia Sciandra '27 North Fort Myers· 3A | 19:25.84 |
| 3 | Gabriella Vazquez '30 Dunbar· 3A | 19:39.5 |
| 4 | Clara Thiessen '27 Canterbury· 1A | 20:05.71 |
| 5 | Ayla Tobias '30 | 20:07.1 |
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Boys · 3k Full list
| 1 | Liam Piper '31 | 10:08.98 |
| 2 | Maxwell Claypool '31 Canterbury· 1A | 10:20.14 |
| 3 | Zackston Akers '32 | 11:17.7 |
| 4 | Finn Dempsey '31 | 11:19.7 |
| 5 | Jackson Schoensee '31 Canterbury· 1A | 11:39.03 |
Girls · 3k Full list
| 1 | Noelani Love '31 | 11:57.0 |
| 2 | Julianna Idle '31 | 12:51.81 |
| 3 | Ryanna Villaflor '33 | 13:03.7 |
| 4 | Shiloah Love '33 | 13:03.9 |
| 5 | Makayla Olson '31 | 13:08.4 |
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Boys · 1 mile Full list
| 1 | Cohen Biffar '34 | 6:56.5 |
| 2 | Joseph Piotrowski '35 | 7:15.5 |
| 3 | John Siefert '36 | 7:20.4 |
| 4 | Thomas Hanley '35 | 7:44.2 |
| 5 | Matthew Garcia '35 | 7:58.3 |
Times are as run, on the course each athlete raced, so they are not course-adjusted. Regular season and postseason meets in the database only. Missing a school? Let us know.
Fort Myers Track & XC Venues
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Cross Country · October 17, 2026
Weekend Recap: Mantecon Runs 14:24 at New World, Belen Goes One-Two-Three, and Gaona-Zelaya Wins the Showdown
Thursday through Saturday, October 15 to 17, meet by meet: Marcelo Mantecon set the New World Fall Spectacular course record at Cecil Field in 14:24 as Belen Jesuit went one-two-three and beat Nease for the team title, Natalia Gaona-Zelaya won the girls' Elite race over Annabella Tomasic and Emma Balaban as IMG Academy won the team race, Lakewood Ranch and Dunedin won at Clearwater Central Catholic, Fort Myers swept Lee County Under The Lights, and seven more meets around the state.
Cross Country · October 12, 2026
Weekend Recap: Pre-State Is Off, Episcopal Wins JAC, Sallault and Thompson Roll, and LaBelle Takes the Sugar Run at Clewiston
Thursday through Saturday, October 8 to 10, meet by meet: with Pre-State canceled for Hurricane Isaias, Episcopal's girls won the JAC Invitational over Bishop Kenny and Nease as Jillian Jakab won the race, Axel Sallault and Quentin Thompson won at South Marion and Wildwood, Spanish River swept the individual titles at Snake Bite while Columbus won the boys' team race, Bolles was eighth in the Eastern States Championship at Manhattan, and LaBelle won the boys' title at the Clewiston XC Sugar Run Invite, with photos from Dr. Bob Cooke.
Cross Country · October 4, 2026
Weekend Recap: Mantecon Wins Great American in 14:35, Moss and McMenemy-Hoang Take flrunners, Ross Runs 15:59 as Ponte Vedra Edges Vanguard at Speziale
Thursday through Saturday, October 1 to 3, meet by meet: Marcelo Mantecon of Belen Jesuit wins the COROS Race of Champions at the Great American XC Festival in Cary in 14:35.9, the fastest time by a Florida boy this season, with Armando Cruz sixth and Belen second of 40 teams on a hilly, humid morning that slowed the rest of the Florida contingent. Will Moss and Eva McMenemy-Hoang win the Race of Champions titles at flrunners.com in Lakeland and Fort Myers and Chiles take the team races, Luke Ross runs 15:59 as Ponte Vedra beats Vanguard twice at the Craig Speziale Invitational, Jaxon Kiper returns with a 15:24 at Don Bishop, Brody Johnson beats Luis Rivera by half a second at Harmony, Lainee Mercer runs 18:24 at Wild Bulldog, and Madison Muller stays unbeaten at Venice. David Barton of Maclay runs a 22-second personal best of 15:28 at the Alexander Invitational in Georgia. Bishop Kenny's girls are 16th of 44 in the Nike XC Town Twilight Race of Champions in Indiana. Twenty-six meets and more than 20,800 results.
Cross Country · September 28, 2026
Florida Middle Schoolers Racing Both Levels: Boys and Girls Top 10
Javier Parker of Doral Academy and Emily Del Mazo of Community School of Naples lead Florida's middle schoolers who race both levels. These are the top 10 boys and girls who have run both a middle school 3k and a high school 5k this fall.
Cross Country · September 24, 2026
Florida's Top Tenth-Grade Cross Country Runners: Boys and Girls Top 10
Douglas Seth of Flagler Palm Coast and Annabella Tomasic of Bishop Moore lead a loaded sophomore class. The top ten tenth-grade boys and girls in Florida.
Cross Country · September 24, 2026
Florida's Top Ninth-Grade Cross Country Runners: Boys and Girls Top 10
Isaiah Renn of Leon and Rashida Reinhardt of IMG Academy lead Florida's freshmen. The top ten ninth-grade boys and girls in the state, with three Niceville freshmen on the girls' list.
Upcoming Races in Fort Myers
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Ghost of the Coast Fun Run
calendar_today October 31, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
5K1 Mile
FITMIX FEST COLOR RUN 5K - 2026
calendar_today November 6, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
MIDPOINT MADNESS Veterans Day 5K
calendar_today November 11, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
5K
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Lee County Law Enforcement Benefit Ride
calendar_today November 14, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
25 Miles
Mullets & Mustaches Run
calendar_today November 14, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
5K1 Mile
15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event
calendar_today November 26, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
1 Mile5K100m
Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K
calendar_today November 26, 2026
location_on Fort Myers, South Florida
5K100 Yards
Running Stores in Fort Myers
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Fit2Run Fort Myers
location_on Fort Myers, Southwest Florida
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Brooks, ASICS, Hoka, On Running, New Balance, Saucony, Mizuno
Fit2Run runner's superstore and outlet in Fort Myers offering discounted running shoes, apparel, and accessories with gait analysis and expert fitting.
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Fleet Feet Fort Myers
location_on Fort Myers, Southwest Florida
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Brooks, ASICS, Hoka, On Running, New Balance, Saucony, Mizuno
Fleet Feet Fort Myers brings the national chain's proven fit process and community culture to Southwest Florida. Offering 3D foot scanning, curated gear, and training programs for the active Fort Myers community.
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The Run Shoppe Fort Myers
location_on Fort Myers, Southwest Florida
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Brooks, ASICS, Hoka, On Running, New Balance, Saucony, Mizuno
The Run Shoppe Fort Myers is Southwest Florida's locally owned running specialty store, offering expert shoe fitting, gait analysis, and a personalized experience for runners and walkers at every level.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Running in Fort Myers
What running races are in Fort Myers, Florida? expand_more
Fort Myers currently has 9 upcoming running races across distances including 5K, 1 Mile, 25 Miles, 100m, 100 Yards. The next race is LCMS Foundation 5kRun/2kWalk-2026 on October 31, 2026. Browse the events listed above for registration links and full race details.
Where can I buy running shoes in Fort Myers? expand_more
Fort Myers has 3 specialty running stores: Fit2Run Fort Myers, Fleet Feet Fort Myers, The Run Shoppe Fort Myers. Services available include gait analysis, foot scanning, running apparel, outlet pricing, shoe fitting. See the stores section above for hours, locations, and contact info.
Are there running clubs or coaches in Fort Myers? expand_more
Fort Myers has an active running community. Check our full directory for local running clubs, coaches, and fitness groups near Fort Myers.
What distances can I race in Fort Myers? expand_more
Runners in Fort Myers can choose from 5 distances: 5K, 1 Mile, 25 Miles, 100m, 100 Yards. Whether you're looking for a quick 5K or training for a longer event, Fort Myers has options for every level.
What is the best time of year to run in Fort Myers, Florida? expand_more
The best running season in Fort Myers is October through April, when temperatures average 55–75°F with lower humidity. Summer months (June–September) are hot and humid, so runners should plan for early morning or evening runs and stay hydrated. Fort Myers currently has 9 races scheduled — most Florida races are concentrated in the cooler months.
Running in Fort Myers, Florida
Fort Myers is home to an active running community with 9 upcoming races this season. Whether you're training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PR, Fort Myers has the roads, trails, and community to support your goals.
Find your perfect pair at one of 3 running stores in Fort Myers. Local specialty running stores offer professional shoe fitting, gait analysis, and expert advice to help you train smarter and race faster.
Browse all upcoming races in Fort Myers above, or see every upcoming race in Fort Myers with filters for distance, surface, and race date. Running a race in Fort Myers? Submit your event to get listed for free.