Front Runners & Walkers

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale's Premier LGBTQ Running and Walking Club

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Who We Are

Front Runners & Walkers Fort Lauderdale, is not only an LGBTQ+ friendly running and walking group, it also has a social component that provides a supportive environment for its membership. The group offers activities designed for runners and walkers of all abilities. Although the group primarily has a LGBTQ membership, we welcome people from all walks of life and see diversity as a strength. The club seeks to build bridges of belonging across south Florida's running & walking communities.

Where To Find Us

Join us for a run or walk.

Wednesday at 7:00 PM

3, 4 or 6 mile Run or Walk

Holiday Park (Between the Gymnasium and the Football Fields), Fort Lauderdale

Saturday at 7:30 AM

3, 4 or 6 mile Run or Walk

Galleria Mall

Meet behind the Bank of America, west end of the mall, Fort Lauderdale

Sunday at 7:00 PM *

* SUNDAY TIME WILL CHANGE TO 6PM ON OCTOBER 6
May become our regular summer time, depending on the attendance level for August.

3, 4 or 6 mile Run or Walk

Pride Center, Wilton Manors

IN THE NEWS

Traveling this summer?

Visit a Front Runners Club!

Remember, we are part of an international fellowship of Front Runners clubs. You can can find the list here.

John Jupa, our Vice-President, recently attended the International Front Runners Annual General Meeting. See the most recent IFR Newsletter.

Youth Race Grants

In order to promote the sport of running, racing and general health among LGBTQ Young Adults (18-22) who are residents of Broward County Florida, Front Runners & Walkers Fort Lauderdale is offering a limited number of Race Grants worth up to $50 to pay whole or in part for races in Broward County. Jump to our Race Grants page to apply.

Strava Challenges Grand Prize Contest

The Strava Challenges Grand Prize runs from May 1 to April 30. The prize drawing is held at our Annual Banquet in May. One winner will be drawn for the Running Category and one for the Walking Category.

The actual prizes have yet to be determined, but we expect them to be of some significant value.
Participants must be members in good standing of FRWFL at the time of the drawing and must be members during any month in which they accumulate virtual tickets.
Participants accumulate virtual tickets by actively participating in a Strava Challenge each month. Each month there will be a 30 km Walking Challenge and 100 km Running Challenge. See this month’s Challenges on our Strava page.
Participants will earn one (1) virtual ticket when they complete at least 50% of their challenge and may earn one (1) additional virtual ticket when they meet or exceed 100% of their challenge. (e.g. A walker who complete 25km earns 1 ticket while one who completes 50km earns 2 tickets)
Members may participate in both the running and the walking challenges and thus potentially accumulate virtual tickets in both. However, members may only accumulate a maximum of 2 tickets per month total for all challenges. (e.g. Although a member might earn 2 tickets for running and 2 tickets for walking, they will only accumulate 2 tickets total for the month. )
Members may join the contest at any time, but increase their odds in the drawing by joining early.
Although members may use any tracking app that syncs to Strava, only results in Strava will be considered official.
The official Ticket Tally will be viewable on our Strava page.
Although we encourage all members to participate in the challenges, only those present at the Annual Banquet Drawing will be eligible to win the drawing. Tickets earned by a member for a given category (running or walking) will be entered in that drawing. Additionally, if a member wins in one category they will be ineligible to win in the second category.
Download the Strava App for your phone or watch, create a free account, make sure your privacy settings are set to allow "Everyone" to see your activities, join our Strava Club and join this month’s 100KM Running or 30KM Walking Challenge today.
The Board reserves the right to alter the rules if necessary. For more information, see our Strava page.

WHAT'S COMING UP

Drag Bingo Fundraiser for FRWFL Race Grants Programs

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 7:45PM

Scandals Saloon

3073 NE 6th Av.

Wilton Manors FL 33334

Ready to laugh, cheer, and maybe yell "BINGO!"?

Join us for an unforgettable evening of Drag Bingo as we raise funds for FRWFL's Race Grant Programs. Every game helps support runners and walkers by making race participation more accessible through our grant initiatives. Bring your friends, bring your lucky charm, and yes...bringing a little cash is always a winning strategy!

Rapids Water Park Social With Nightrunners WPB

Saturday, September 12, 2026 - 10:30AM - 3:30PM

Rapids Water Park

6566 N. Military Trail

Riviera Beach, FL 33407

FRWFL and Night Runners WPB join forces for a day of fun at Rapids Water Park!

You must collect your tickets in person at the gate at 10:30AM.

If would like to join our carpool, meet us at the Pride Center in Wilton Manors at 9:45AM

Prices

Park Admission $40
Optional Meal Deals (More details are on the ticket site)
- Standard Meal Deal $13.60
- Deluxe Meal Deal $17.20

Purchase tickets here.

Dash, Splash and Dine

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - 8PM

(immediately after the run/walk)

1727 NE 27th Dr.

Wilton Manors, FL 33334

Don Gagnon is hosting our September post-run/walk pool party and dinner. The club will provide a light dinner and soft drinks. There is street parking available - one side only to allow traffic to pass and please remain off neighbor's grass as well.

Street parking is available - one side only to allow traffic to pass. Pay parking is also available at the nearby city hall lot.

Additional street parking is available AROUND but NOT IN the Realtor HQ building along NE 26th Dr. and NE 27th Terr.

Empowering Children 5k and Beach Cleanup - Presented by Heal the Planet

Sunday, September 20, 2026 - 7:30AM

Chernow Park

300 Connecticut St.

Hollywood FL 33019

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for a cause that truly makes a difference!

The Empowering Children 5K, 1 Mile, and Beach Cleanup presented by Heal the Planet will take over the scenic shores of Hollywood Beach, starting at the beautiful Charnow Park.

This event seamlessly blends fitness with environmental stewardship, inviting participants of all ages to run, walk, and contribute to the preservation of our coastline.