Running with the Herd 5k

02/20/2026

Big day is tomorrow! We continue to have a lot of people to thank for helping this event be possible! 

Shout out and thank you today to our 2026 for the buffalo sponsors:

The Villages Technology Solutions Group

https://www.thevillagestsg.com/

The Baldwin Group

https://baldwin.com/thevillagesfl/

The Villages Technology Solutions Group - Unified Communications, Security, Wireless, Converged Networks, Web Development and more

02/19/2026

In continuing our spotlight for this year's Running With The Herd 5k Sponsors, today our star is another Platinum Buffalo Sponsor: Citizens First Bank, a division of Seacoast National Bank. Our appreciation goes to these generous supporters who enable events like this to take place.

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Extraordinary customer service with convenient branch locations and useful technology.

02/10/2026

We would like to extend a special acknowledgement to this year's Running With The Herd 5k Sponsors, starting today with one of our most esteemed Platinum Buffalo Sponsors: EyeSite. Our appreciation goes to these generous supporters who enable events like this to take place.

https://eyesite-thevillages.com/

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NOW OPEN!!! Magnolia Plaza location 2198 Everglades Lane The Villages, FL 32163 A highly trained Optometrist located in The Villages®, FL. Welcome to EyeSite Between the comprehensive services we offer and our experienced staff, we have you

01/30/2025

Hey Herd Runners! 🐾 Don't miss out on sporting the official Running With The Herd 5K T-shirt! Time is ticking ⏰— make sure to register before February 1, 2025, to guarantee yours!

👕 Why Register Early?

Ensure your spot in the race! 🏁
Snag an awesome commemorative T-shirt! 👚
Join the herd for a day of fitness and fun! 🎉
📅 Event Details: 📍 Date: February 15, 2025 📍 Location: The Villages Middle School, Buffalo Ridge Campus 📍 Register at: www.runningwiththeherd5k.com

🚨 Important Date: Register before February 1, 2025, to secure your exclusive event T-shirt! 🗓️

Ready to run with the herd? 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ 🦬Register now and mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of fitness and community spirit! 🌟

Race registration for the 2025 Running with the Herd 5k opens September 29, 2024 at https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/TheVillages/RunningwiththeHerd. 5K – Up to 17 years old $25 5k – Ages 18 and older $35 Stampede Sprint (100 Meter Race) – Ages up to 10 years old $2.00 Herd Hurdle Havoc Obstacle ....

01/02/2025

Kick off the new year with a bang! Come run with us!

12/31/2024

Today's the day! Sign up now and get in on that fabulous early bird pricing!

12/16/2024

Only TWO weeks left to take advantage of the early bird pricing, sign up now!

12/10/2024

Only three weeks left to take advantage of the early bird pricing, sign up now! 💚🦬💛

12/05/2024

Have you registered to run with us? Sign up now for early bird pricing!

12/02/2024

We are looking for sponsors and runners for our 8th annual Running With The HERD 5k!

Please check out the website and contact us for any additional information or if you are interested in sponsoring this event. All proceeds go to scholarship opportunities for our students at The Villages Charter School - YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

If you aren’t able to help monetarily (and even if you are 😅) please share this post to help us expand our reach.

Thank you! 🙏
Buffalo HERD💛🦬💚

11/25/2024

Our 8th Annual Running with the HERD 5k is approaching and we still have early bird pricing available! Please spread the word 💛🦬💚. We’d love to see you all out there!