Dream Finders Homes For the Love of Chocolate 5K

When: Saturday February 14, 2026 [Valentine’s Day!!!]

5k Start Time: 8:00am

Kids Start Time: 9:15am

Start/Finish: Southern Hills Farm, 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, FL 34714

For the Love of Chocolate 5K includes:

All 5K participants will receive a chip timed race, t-shirt, finishers medal and sweet treats at the finish line!
Registration includes a yummy Strawberry Donut from Southern Hill Farms
Kids Races will include a race medal and bib plus some fun Valentines Chocolate treats! Distances vary between 50 yard to 200 yard dashes depending on the age and ability of your child.
FREE Coffee from Foxtail Coffee in Winter Garden/Clermont
FREE Ice Cream from Kelly’s in Winter Garden
Enjoy the fun and festive atmosphere at Southern Hills Farm
Photo ops and themed entertainment along the course.
Join in the fun post-race with festive treats, music, and more for the whole family!

Registration Fees

5K
$35 regular registration (before 1/30/2026)
$40 late registration (on or after 1/31/2026)
Kids Races
$15 regular registration

Registration is limited and has sold out the last two years. We highly recommend registering early for this popular race.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Florida Running Company is locally owned and operated and hosts the best holiday-themed and family-friendly 5K races in Orlando, Windermere, Winter Garden, Clermont, Hamlin, and the Horizon West area.
Renowned for creating fun, festive, and inclusive events, our races are a favorite among local families and runners of all levels. Every race is designed to celebrate the season while promoting health and community spirit. With professionally organized courses in some of Central Florida’s most beautiful neighborhoods, Florida Running Company delivers unforgettable race day experiences. Discover why our events are considered the best races in Orlando and beyond!
Signature races include The Great Turkey Trot 5K, the perfect way to kick off Thanksgiving; the spirited 12Ks of Christmas holiday race; the sweet and scenic For the Love of Chocolate 5K around Valentine's Day; and the festive Lucky Charm 5K celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Spring favorites include the family-friendly Hippity Hop 5K and the heartfelt Mother's Day 5K.

Early Packet Pick-up will take place on Friday, February 14th at a Dream Finders Homes location - exact location is TBD.
If you are not able to attend early packet pick up on Friday, Race Day Packet Pick Up will take place on race day at the race site beginning at 6:45am.

FREE parking is available at Southern Hills Farm. Follow signs to GATE 4 to access the Public parking lot. There are signs directing you by Southern Hills Farm to Gate 4 off of Schofield Road.

All 5K finishers will receive a medal!
5K awards include the following:
Top 3 Overall Male and Females
Top Overall Master award - Male and Female
Top 3 Male and Female age group awards in the following categories: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Check out your 2025 race results here!

The 5K trail/dirt course is chip timed. Please remember to wear your bib on the front of your shirt.
One water station will be on the course at approximately the 1.5 mile mark.