The 6th Annual Big Bill Big 5K

Join us for Flag Day 5k

The Birthday of the Stars and Strips

We're thrilled to have you join us for this exciting race event!

Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your experience:

Event Overview: 5k @ Robinson Preserve

Packet Pick-Up is Race morning starting at 6:00 AM

5K Start time is 7:30am

https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/y7Ygk07KB0

Each runner will receive:

Snacks and refreshments, A stylish t-shirt, HOTDOGS for all registered runners/walkers

Recognizing Top Performers:

We will honor the top three male and female finishers in each age group,

so lace up those shoes and give it your best!

Categories:

OA M/F> 5 year Age Group Awards

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

Enjoy the Atmosphere:

Enjoy the Music:

Important Pre-Race Details:

Stretch Session:

Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided stretch session.

Meet the Race Director:

Take the opportunity to meet your new race director,

who is excited to welcome you and support you throughout the event

Let’s Make It Fun!

We can’t wait to see you for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and great memories.

Thank you for being part of the Flag Day 5K!

Happy Racing! 🏅🎉

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

🏃‍♀️ The Ultimate Run Series Challenge! 🏃‍♂️

Join us for four amazing runs throughout the year!

Flag Day Run

Independence Day Run

Labor Day Run

Veterans Mile

Here’s the deal:

✅ Participate in 3 out of the 4 runs and earn:

An amazing commemorative medal 🏅

Free breakfast at each run 🍳

30% off the Ugly Sweater Run in December 🎄

(Limited spots — early access for you before registration closes!)

All four of these runs share one incredible theme — celebrating unity, strength, and community spirit!

So lace up, come together, and let’s run stronger and more united than ever.

And seriously… wait until you see this medal!

Each runner will receive:

Snacks and refreshments

A stylish t-shirt

Recognizing Top Performers:

We will honor the top three male and female finishers in each age group, so lace up those shoes and give it your best!

FREE BREAKFEST

Categories:

OA M/F> 5 year Age Group Awards

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

Enjoy the Atmosphere:

Important Pre-Race Details:

Stretch Session:

Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided stretch session.

Meet the Race Director:

Take the opportunity to meet your new race director, who is excited to welcome you and support you throughout the event

Let’s Make It Fun!

We can’t wait to see you for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and great memories.

Thank you for being part of the Independence 5K!

Happy Racing! 🏅🎉

The RUN Manatee 5k series offers THREE adventures to celebrate ONE community. Participants will discover Manatee County's parks, beaches and preserves... on the run! The second event of the series will be held on Saturday, July 11th at Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach, FL. The 5K run/walk presented by RWP Runs includes a scenic route along Coquina Beach asphalt trail under the trees with a gulf breeze. *New this year: Splash Zones to keep cool along the route!

Warm up will be provided by Ray Gardner of Prosper Bradenton and yoga cooldown provided by a local yoga studio at dusk. Participants of all age and activity levels are welcome to this day of fitness, food and family fun! Grab a healthy snack/dinner, shop local vendors in the marketplace or stay to enjoy a beverage during sunset.. there’s plenty to do even if you're not running!

SCHEDULE:

Please plan to arrive for the 5K run by 6:00pm

5:00-6:00pm Packet Pick Up

6:00pm National Anthem

6:05pm Warm Up with Ray Gardner of Prosper Bradenton

6:15pm Fun Run .25km

6:30pm 5k Run presented by RWP Runs

7:30pm Run Awards, Top 3 male & female, Top 3 kids 12 and under.

Donation Check to The Center Anna Maria Island

8:00pm Yoga with local yoga instructor

Event entry, warm up, yoga and fun run are all free but PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for the 5K portion of the event.

This event series is supporting local non-profits who enable children of all abilities to get outdoors and live an active lifestyle! 10% of registration fees will be donated to The Center Anna Maria Island.

PACKET PICK UP:

July 8th and 9th 8am to 4pm @ Run With Purpose Nutrition, 8319 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota FL

July 10th 4pm to 7pm @ G.T. Bray Park, 5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton FL

Saturday/Race Day 5:00-6:00pm: Packet pick up tent at Coquina Beach South Event Space

Included in 5K registration is a dri-fit event T Shirt*, a custom medal and complimentary beer. Shirt sizes are guaranteed to participants who sign up by midnight on 6/19/26. Thereafter shirts will be available in a limited quantity on a first come, first served basis.

Those who accept the challenge of all 3 events in the RUN Manatee series will piece their 3 medals together to create one 2026 series medal!

Other events (registration required):

4/11/26 7:30-10:00am Tom Bennett Park - REGISTER NOW!

11/21/26 7:30-10:00am Rye Preserve - REGISTER NOW

FOLLOW THE BUZZ ON SOCIAL:

Tag @manateeexploreandplay and #RUNMANATEE

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