To race or not?

Im trying to decide whether or not to run the Frozen Firefighter 5k the coming Saturday. Normally its a no brainer. I have run it 4 years a row, every year since I started running. Matter of fact I only missed the first running of it, because I wasnt running then. But since Im laid off and not sure when Im gong back to work. So I probably shouldnt spend the money. The fact I havent done any speedwork the last month is only a small factor. I dont feel like Im running has been has good has it was, due to twisted ankle and catching a cold. So should I run it or not? I wont bandit a race, dont agree with it. If you dont pay you shouldnt take advantage of what racers are paying for. Plus I wouldnt consider it a race if im not officially registered.