The Rising Sun depicts rays of light spreading in all directions without clouds and honors the day or auspicious events. The Rising Sun flag is used in everyday life in Japan, such as to celebrate a big catch by fishermen, childbirth and other festivities. Our 5k will embody the spirit of the Rising Sun to celebrate the day starting with a karate style warm up and finishing with celebratory board breaking after you cross the finish line!

All participants will receive a custom bib, finisher medal and Rising Sun t-shirt. We will also have a 1 mile run/walk for the Little Dragons or anyone who wishes for a shortly stroll through John Prince Park and will also receive a custom bib, finisher medal, Rising Sun t-shirt and have the opportunity to break a board! The funds we are raising benefits the Kick Start Foundation of Palm Beach which offers in helping at-risk and underprivileged children stay out of trouble, go to school and become productive students. Through martial arts training, which teaches students discipline, respect, focus, courtesy and perseverance, Kick Start provides the students with the skills necessary for attaining goals, increased self-esteem and personal development. High standards, parental involvement and community support are all integral and crucial to the success of our program.

The Rising Sun 5K is a chipped timed event and will provide awards top 3 overall (male and female) as well as age groups.

Not able to attend the race on February 23rd? A virtual option is available for those who cannot make it or live outside South Florida.

Event details and schedule

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Pre-Race Packet Pickup

Thursday February 20, 2025 - 5:00 to 8:00pm
Friday February 21, 2025 - 5:00 to 7:00pm
Saturday February 22, 2025 - 10:30am to 1:00pm
All Pre-Race Packet Pickups hosted at:

East West Okinawan Karate
125 Hypoluxo Rd
Lantana, FL 33462

Sunday February 23, 2025

John Prince Park
2700 6th St Ave S
Lake Worth, FL 33461

6:15am - Park gates open

6:30am - Registration and Packet Pickup Open

7:15am - 5K Fitness Warmup

7:25am - Announcements and National Anthem

7:30am - Start of the Rising Sun 5K

7:40am - Start of the Rising Sun 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

8:45am - 5K Awards Ceremony