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The BACKYARD Genesis
Lake Wales, Florida · Saturday, October 31, 2026 · Timed
Official race page & registration ↗The BACKYARD Genesis takes place on Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Lake Wales, Florida. The race is run over Timed. For anyone travelling in, Poinciana is about 13 miles away and Orlando is about 39 miles away.
It is one of 307 races on the Florida calendar that October.
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Location
- Lake Wales, Florida
- Distances
- Timed
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Lake Wales: check in Oct 30, out Nov 1.
Common questions
When is The BACKYARD Genesis?
The BACKYARD Genesis is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Where is The BACKYARD Genesis held?
The BACKYARD Genesis is held in Lake Wales, Florida. It is about 13 miles from Poinciana and 39 miles from Orlando.
What distances does The BACKYARD Genesis offer?
The listed distances are Timed.
How do I register for The BACKYARD Genesis?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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