Stars, Stripes and Stride
Presidential 5K 2026
Lace up your running shoes for a historic run as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary at FIU’s Inaugural Presidential 5K!
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 8:00 a.m. FIU MMC Campus
Register, Run and Represent FIU
Run, cheer and celebrate America at the first-ever Presidential 5K! This isn’t just a race. It’s a party marking a milestone moment in our country’s history, and everyone is invited.
Expect a fun, spirited 5K with energetic music, festive vibes and a post-run celebration you won’t forget. This is your chance to rep the red, white and blue and show your Panther pride!
All sales are final. Rain or shine, the 5K will go on.
Race Day Details
Every runner gets a race bib with a timing chip, and pre-registered participants will receive an event t-shirt, while supplies last. Rain or shine, the race will go on.
The race kicks off at the starting line at Felsberg Veteran Plaza, so show up early and get ready to run!
Check in Location
Parkview Housing Room 100
Check-in
7:00 a.m.
Pre-race warm-up
7:45 a.m.
Race start
8:00 a.m.
Additional information, including parking details and packet pickup instructions, will be sent to the email address provided during registration.
Become a Sponsor
There’s still time to partner with us for the inaugural Presidential 5K. Join the FIU community, students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters, for an exciting event that offers incredible exposure and meaningful community impact.
Kick off this new FIU tradition and strengthen bonds throughout the community. All net proceeds from the Presidential 5K, after covering event expenses, may support the FIU SOAR Initiative through the FIU Foundation, Inc.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Gabriela Lopez at 305-348-3805 or via email at gmlopez@fiu.edu.
Race Day Accommodations
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a university event, program or activity, or need to request materials in an accessible format, contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility (CRCA) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu.
All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to CRCA at least seven business days before the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
Proceeds
Your contribution may be considered tax-deductible, where allowed, to the fullest extent under the law as allowed by IRS regulations. Any and all net proceeds from this event, after payment of associated expenses, may be used to support the FIU SOAR Initiative through the FIU Foundation, Inc. The amount of your contribution that is deductible is limited to the excess of your contribution over the value of the goods and services provided to you.
In accordance with Foundation policy, the Foundation may assess a one-time Advancement Initiative fee in the amount of 3% of the Gift (Initiative) to support the university’s general fundraising and capital campaign expenditures. The Initiative will be collected with the first installment of the gift (and any subsequent installment, if necessary) in order to fulfill the Initiative as soon as practicable.
Consent for Photographs
By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that photographs may be taken of participants and attendees. Your participation in or presence at the event constitutes your consent to the taking of such photographs and to their subsequent dissemination and use by the Florida International University Foundation, Inc. for any lawful purpose, including but not limited to promotional, marketing, educational, or archival materials, in any medium (such as social media, websites, print publications, or other platforms), without further notice, compensation, or approval. This consent is perpetual and irrevocable.
