CCPS 5K & 1 Mile

CCPS 5K & 1 Mile is put on by Collier County Public Schools in Naples, Florida, on December 5, 2026. Three options are offered, all starting at 8:00 a.m.: a 5K Competitive Run that is chip timed, a 5K Fun Run that is not chip timed, and a 1 Mile Walk, also untimed. Every format covers the same morning, so you can choose based on whether you want an official result or a relaxed outing.

The chip-timed 5K is the one to pick if you are chasing a personal best on 3.1 miles or want a data point to guide your winter training. The untimed 5K suits beginners, groups, and anyone running with kids, and the 1 Mile Walk keeps the event open to families and non-runners. December in Naples is mild, so heat is rarely an issue at 8:00 a.m., but a short warm-up jog still helps before a hard 5K. If this is your first race, aim to run the first mile at a pace you can talk at and save your effort for the second half.