Where the Wild Things Run

United States flag Davie, Florida, United States

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Date 22 Jan, 2028
Races 1 distance
Entry fee $35.00
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Where the Wild Things Run

About the event

THE RACE HAS BEEN POSTPONED - PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS PERTAINING TO THE NEW DATE!

 

WHO:
Runners, walkers, wildlife enthusiasts, families, and nature lovers of all kinds - this is your race. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or simply want to make a difference, the Where the Wild Things Run 5K welcomes everyone to support the lifesaving work of the South Florida Wildlife Center.

WHAT:
This is more than just a race - it’s a professionally timed 5K where your miles matter. Push your pace, compete for your best time, or enjoy a relaxed walk knowing every step supports wildlife in need.

Choose your cause and run with purpose by joining one of our spirited teams:

Run for All the Wild Things – for those who love it all
Hoot and Holler Team – representing our incredible ambassador birds
Play Dead Legends Team – for our resilient mammal ambassadors
Rattler and Rollers Team – celebrating our amazing reptile ambassadors

WHERE:
Set on the scenic campus of Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, this course offers a beautiful South Florida backdrop - perfect for runners aiming for a strong finish and nature lovers soaking in the surroundings.

WHEN:
Saturday, November 7th at 8:30AM

WHY:
Because every stride saves lives.

Each year, the South Florida Wildlife Center admits over 8,000 animals - from injured birds of prey to orphaned mammals and native reptiles - all in urgent need of care. These animals arrive sick, injured, or alone… and this is where their second chance begins.

Your race registration directly supports:

Emergency rescue and critical medical treatment
Rehabilitation and release back into the wild
Care for our education ambassadors who inspire thousands each year
Quite simply: you run, they recover.

Make it count. Make it meaningful. Make it wild.
Lace up, hit your pace, and be part of something bigger - because we can’t do this without you.

Races offered

22Jan

5K Run/Walk

Running

Distance
5K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$35.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for January in Davie.

Temperature19.0° / 27.3°
Feels like19.6° / 27.9°
Sunshine hours9h 25m
Rainfall3.0 mm
Snowfall—
Wind10.1 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity75.6%
Max UV indexLow (2.4)
Sweat lossHigh
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise07:39
Sunset18:31

About Davie

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Davie is a town in Broward County, Florida, United States, approximately 24 miles (39 km) north of Miami. The town's population was 110,320 at the 2020 census, making it the largest town in Florida by population. Davie is a principal town of the Miami metropolitan area. Horseback riding is common, as many of its historic buildings include ranches and other Western establishments.

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