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SunSmart 5K

Registration

Save your spot at the start line.

Saturday, February 6, 2027 · 7:15 AM · Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

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Runners charging through the SunSmart start arch

Entry fees

Choose your race.

Every entry is $35 plus a $5 RunSignup fee. Registration is open until February 6, 2027 at 10:00 AM.

Adults

$35

Ages 18 and up

Register

Kids

$35

Ages 18 and under, running the 5K

Register

Kids' 200m Dash

$35

Ages 12 and under · starts at 8:00 AM

Register

Students

UM, FIU, NOVA or Barry student?

Check with your university or student organization about a student discount, then register in the student category on RunSignup. Bring your student ID to packet pickup.

Register as a student

Run as a VIP donor

Make your registration go further for skin cancer research. VIP donor entries start at the same time as the 5K.

Four friends with their race bibs before the start

Spread the word

Bring your crew.

The 5K starts at 7:15 AM and the Kids' 200m Dash kicks off at 8:00 AM. Rally your friends, classmates and coworkers, or start a fundraiser of your own, and tag your photos #SunSmart5K.
Become a fundraiser

Every entry includes

What you get.

  • Free entrance to Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
  • A free skin cancer screening by UM dermatologists
  • The coolest race t-shirt and a completion medal
  • A scrumptious post-race breakfast
  • A USATF-certified 5K course with views of the water and the Cape Florida Light
  • The rest of the day at the beach, knowing you made a difference

Questions

FAQ.

Is the course certified?

Yes. The SunSmart 5K is run on a USATF-certified course, so your time counts. It's flat, fast and scenic.

Do I have to run?

Not at all. Walkers, strollers and everyone in between are welcome. The course is flat and scenic.

Is the skin cancer screening really free?

Yes. Every registered participant can get a free skin check from University of Miami dermatologists after the race.

How much does it cost?

Every 5K entry and the Kids' 200m Dash is $35 plus a $5 RunSignup processing fee. Students: check with your university about a discount. You can also run as a VIP donor at $25, $50 or $100.

Where does my registration fee go?

Proceeds support skin cancer research at the University of Miami's Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Do I need to pay to enter the park?

No. The park entrance fee is included in your race registration, and you're welcome to enjoy the park after the race.

When does registration close?

Online registration on RunSignup is open until February 6, 2027 at 10:00 AM. Register early to make sure you get a shirt in your size.