FSU Unity 5K Walk/Run

Description:
The Unity 5K is a campus-led community wellness and unity-focused event that brings together students, families, alumni, and community partners to honor the legacy of civil rights, health equity, and collective progress.

FREE for All Tallahassee College & University Students
FREE for all Community Residents to Participate

Starting Line: The Unconquered Statue | Finish Line: The Integration Statue

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Event Sponsor Setup at Langford Green (Doak Campbell Stadium)- Sponsors should bring their own table and chairs.

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registered 5K participants check in by category: Runners, Walkers, and ADA-Compliant

8:45 a.m. - A Guided Community Warm-Up

9:00 a.m. - Unity Ceremony

A moment of reflection honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights leaders, and community wellness at Langford Green

9:25 a.m. – Tiered Participant Lineups by Category-

Runners line up first, followed by Walkers, then ADA-Compliant Participants

9:30 a.m. - Unity 5K Begins

The Unity Bell signals a wave to start by participant category

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. - Legacy Block Party at the Integration Statue

Celebration at the Integration Statue and Legacy Walk with music, food, and community activities

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Noles. Rattlers. Eagles. Tallahassee/Leon County … This Is YOUR Moment.

Get Involved. Show Up. Stand Out.

Volunteer and be Part of the Movement
Represent FSU, FAMU, or TSC while gaining hands-on experience in event planning and logistics. Real-world experience. This is your opportunity to shine.

Step Into Leadership
Join the campus and community leadership team and help shape something powerful for Tallahassee. Build cross-campus connections, expand your network, and lead alongside changemakers from across the city.

Rally Your Crew & Fundraise
Start a team with your student organization, fraternity/sorority, athletic group, church, or friend circle. Compete for bragging rights across campuses while raising funds for a meaningful cause that impacts our community.

This isn’t just an event. It’s a chance for Tallahassee to unite.

Ready to represent your campus and your city? Let’s go!

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This campus-led community event is presented in partnership with the Florida State University College of Social Sciences & Public Policy and the Civil Rights Institute

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