Run Manatee - Rye Preserve 5K -2026

🎉 Welcome to Santas 5k and 1 mile run!

We’re thrilled to have you join us for an unforgettable race in Bradenton. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your experience:

📍 Event Overview:

Race: Santas 5k and mile run

Location: 1200 Glory Way Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34212

Packet Pick-Up: Race morning starting at 6:30 AM

Race Start Time: 8:00 AM

🎽 Runner Perks:

A stylish race t-shirt

Post-race snacks & Grilled refreshments

A fun, festive atmosphere

Age group awards and recognition

Age Group Categories:

<24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70+

🎶 Race Day Fun: Music to keep the energy high and create a great, holiday-spirited atmosphere. 🧘 Pre-Race Stretch Session: Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided group stretch to warm up and get ready to run. Thank you for being part of this fun run experience! We’re so excited to see you at the start line! Let’s make this a race to remember!

Happy Racing! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

5k run through the Christian Retreat

Race Information

The race starts at 8:00 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Park next to the playground in the big parking lot.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/tR9gN2aDTZaWW8PS7

5K & 10K Course (1.56M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3423331954

The course is an out-and-back (3.11M)

The 5K does the out-and-back one time.

The 10K does the out-and-back two times.

Half Marathon Course (1.64M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5504167654

The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).

The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

If you’ve done a traditional 5K, you know they can be a bit lackluster. But the BUBBLE RUN™ is like running through Willy Wonkas’ factory. Clad in white t-shirts, adults, kids and strollers run, walk, dance and play across up to 3 miles of absolute fun! Waves start every 3-5 minutes. Participants will run through the Foam Bogs where there is enough colored foam to cover you from head to toe!

Bubble-teers will also be there to help make sure you get your share of the frothy goodness. Each one of the Foam Bogs is represented by different colored foam. So what if you should accidentally “taste the whimsey?” They don’t taste as great as they are fun, but not to worry. The foam is 100% safe.

Event details and schedule

Please plan on arriving 30-45 minutes prior to your wave start to give yourself plenty of time to park, get your Bubble RUN™ swag, check in if needed, and to get situated.

Please be prompt for your Heat.

Once your heat has started, (the heat is the time you registered for) small waves will be released every 60-90 seconds. Your physical start time is based on a first come-first serve basis, so naturally you will start earlier if you enter the start chute earlier. The last wave within your heat will go out 30 minutes after your scheduled heat (i.e., if your registered heat is for 8AM, the last wave in your heat will leave at 8:30AM).

Bring some extra cash for parking and SWAG!

After you park, bring some extra cash! You'll want to check out our super sweet Bubble RUN store for t-shirts, tutus, and more!

There may be a parking charge of up to $20 for the event that is handled by the venue. With THOUSANDS of smiles present on race day, please have exact change and please don't cut your time too short before the race starts. Cram as many bubblers (legally) into your car to save some cash money money!