Scarecrow Run 5k
About this race
Scarecrow Run 5K – Inaugural Run/Walk
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Gates Open: 7:00 AM | Race Starts: 8:00 AM at Little Everglades Ranch
Join us for the inaugural Scarecrow Run 5K, a family-friendly Run/Walk benefiting the Pioneer Florida Museum and Village! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to spend your morning, participants of all ages and fitness levels are welcome.
Enjoy a scenic course at Little Everglades Ranch, then celebrate your accomplishment with custom finisher medals, age group awards, a costume contest, race T-shirts, and other fun giveaways.
Early Bird registration rates are available through August 31, so register early and save!
The Scarecrow Run 5K supports the Pioneer Florida Museum and Village, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing Florida's rich pioneer history. Proceeds from the race help maintain the Museum's historic buildings and collections while supporting affordable educational programs and field trips for local students and families.
Event Highlights:
- Inaugural 5K Run/Walk
- Costume Contest
- Custom Finisher Medals
- Awards for Age Groups
- Race T-Shirts and Giveaways
- Family-Friendly Atmosphere
- Scenic Course at Little Everglades Ranch
- Gates Open at 7:00 AM
- Race Starts at 8:00 AM
- Early Bird Rates Through August 31
The Pioneer Florida Museum is currently accepting race sponsors. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact us below.
You are also welcome to join us at the Scarecrow Festival on October 10, 2026, 9 am - 4 pm at the Pioneer Florida Museum!
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Scarecrow Run 5k
Costume Contest
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Dade City, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:39 AM and sets at 6:44 PM local time (EDT) in Dade City on October 31, 2026 — 11h 04m of daylight.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 5 Dade City events
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