56 events in Jacksonville, Florida

UNF Campus

Starts and finishes at JB Coxwell Amphitheater

Saturday, February 7, 2026

5K: 8:00 AM | 1 Mile: 9:00 AM

Be a part of UNF’s annual tradition celebrating health, wellness, and community spirit! Swoop the Loop 5K brings together students, alumni, faculty, and community partners for an unforgettable morning of running, networking, and fun. Hope to see you all there!

This event is open to all runners and walkers.

Race Features

• Parking: UNF Arena Parking Garage

• Official race shirt to all entrants

• Medals to all registered finishers

• Overall and age-group awards

FREE Pilates Class

Kick off race day feeling strong, centered, and ready to run!

FIT as FIRE will host a free, 30‑minute mat Pilates class on-site, starting at 7:20 AM. The session wraps up just in time for participants to head to the 5K start line. Make sure to bring a yoga mat, as this interactive wellness experience is designed for all fitness levels.

Packet Pickup

Packets will be available at 1st Place Sports Baymeadows location on Friday, February 6. Unclaimed packets will be available at the Amphitheater on race morning starting at 6:30 AM.

Race Day Registration

Race day registration is available; however, shirt size selection is not guaranteed for race day registrants.

Course

View the 5K course map

Awards

Award plaques will be given to the top three overall men and women, top masters male and female, and three deep in each male and female age group from 10 & under to 80 & over.

Sponsors

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

The course is 50% shaded and on an asphalt or concrete surface.

Another group may have a 5K at the same time as us.

Make sure you go to the US Road Running race.

We set up next to the skatepark.

Google pin for our location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/f3MKxmF5L1vYWqvRA

Overflow parking is in the back near the soccer fields.

5K & 10K

The course is an out-and-back.

The 5K does the course two times.

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917417168

The 10K does the course four twice.

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6401165800

Half Marathon Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5011141963

The course is an out-and-back.

The Half Marathon does the course six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

All finishers will receive a themed medal.

Best Costume

It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.

At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.

The best costume will be awarded at the beginning of the race.

Series Points

This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.

For more information go to 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

Join us for the Hunt Club Hustle 5k and 1-mile fun run/walk presented by the POA Events Committee.

Note: This race is only open to Jacksonville Golf & Country Club residents and guests.

This event is for all ages and fitness levels! Walk or run the 5k (3.1 miles) or 1-mile event.

Race Date 2/14/26

Race Start - 9:00 AM

Packet Pick Up - Race Morning 2/14/26 8:15am - 8:45 am

We will be awarding the fastest 3 males and the fastest 3 females in the 5k Event

Join us as a community and make this an annual spring tradition!

Join us for Jax Filipinos Lumpia Run 5K! Starting at 8:00 AM, we’ll gather at Ed Austin Park to run, walk, and experience Filipino hospitality and heritage in a vibrant way. Whether you're a seasoned runner or joining for the fun of it, this event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels.

Participants will be treated to a post-race celebration featuring lumpia, Filipino food, and community spirit. Race participants receive a bib, event t-shirt, and an authentic Filipino treat at the finish line. Don't miss this opportunity to get active, enjoy Filipino flavors, and make lasting memories!

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

The course is 50% shaded and on an asphalt or concrete surface.

Another group may have a 5K at the same time as us.

Make sure you go to the US Road Running race.

We set up next to the skatepark.

Google pin for our location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/f3MKxmF5L1vYWqvRA

Overflow parking is in the back near the soccer fields.

5K & 10K course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917417168

The course is an out-and-back.

The 5K does the course two times.

The 10K does the course four twice.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5011141963

The course is an out-and-back.

The Half Marathon does the course six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

All finishers will receive a themed medal.

Best Costume

It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.

At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.

The best costume will be awarded at the beginning of the race.

Series Points

This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.

For more information go to 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

Join us on Saturday February 21st, for the Angel Kids Foundation Run for a Reason. Our event will be held at the Ed Austin Regional Park. Proceeds from the race will benefit Angel Kids Foundation.

Start Format: 8:30 a.m. Runners will be self seeded and begin from the START/FINISH ARCH. Over All awards will be based off of Gun Time. All age group awards will be based off chip time.

The event will be professionally chip timed by Second Wind Race Timing.

We are closing in on 2026 and the GRR is fast approaching! With that being said PRS Running Club, once again, wants to provide as many people as possible the opportunity to run over the Green Monster before race day, while giving back to two local awesome charities, Runners4Recover and Sombrero Outreach Foundation.

Parking and check in for this years event will be at the WJCT Parking lot located at 100 Festival Park Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32202.

GATE RIVER RUN

March 7, 2026

Expo - Packet Pickup

Mandarin Pointe Shopping Center

Thursday, March 5th - 10 AM until 6 PM

Friday, March 6th - 10 AM until 6 PM

New Start and Finish at Jacksonville Shipyards

Same Great Course!

Race Day Start Schedule

15K Waves start at 8:00 AM

» 5K for Charity at 8:45 AM

» Brooks Rehabilitation Challenge Mile at 10:00 AM

» Junior River Run at 11:00 AM

» Diaper Dash at 11:00 AM

Registration fees start at $55 for the 15K and $40 for the 5K. There is a $5 discount for ages 19 and under and 65 and older

Club and Team Competition!

Set up a team and ask your co-workers, family and friends to join! Minimum of 4 team members to score as a team, but there is not a limit to how many members can be on a team. Click here for more info.

15K Wave Start information

Four Wave Start for 15K

Wave 1- 8:00 AM start

You must submit a qualifying time from an established race to register in Wave 1. You cannot change your seeded time once you register or register in waves 2-4 and then change your zone to wave 1.

Expected finish time must be under 1 hour and 30 minutes

You must be able to run faster than 10 minutes per mile

No Walkers in this wave!

There are 7 zones in Wave One. Runners will be placed into one of the colored zones (Yellow, Blue, Red, Green, Orange, Black and White) based on the qualifying time they submit during registration. You must submit a qualifying time of 10 minute/mile pace and faster during registration to qualify for this wave (Please note that selecting a 10 minute or faster pace will not qualify you for a seeded start unless you submit the qualifying information during registration). You may use last year's GRR time to qualify, but proof must be submitted at time of registration.

Please do not register for Wave 1 before you have qualified.

See qualifying times

Qualify times must be run between June 1, 2024 and the date that you register.

Wave 2 - Grey Zone- 8:05 AM start

Proof of qualifying not required

Expected finish time must be between 1 hr and 30 minutes and 2 hours

Expected pace per mile between 10 and 11 minutes

No Walkers in this wave

Wave 3 - Purple Zone - 8:10 AM start

Proof of qualifying not required

Expected finish time must be between 2 hours and 2 hours and 40 minutes

Expected pace per mile between 11 and 16 minutes

No Walkers in this wave

Wave 4 - Pink Zone - 8:15 AM start

Proof of qualifying not required

Expected finish time over 2 hours and 40 minutes

Expected pace per mile - Over 16 minutes

All 15K Walkers should be in this wave

Registration fees start at $55 for the 15K and $40 for the 5K PLUS processing fees which are now shown on the homepage in the total price. There is a $5 discount for ages 19 and under and 65 and older.

The age discount will be automatic when you enter an age that qualifies.

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

The course is 50% shaded and on an asphalt or concrete surface.

Another group may have a 5K at the same time as us.

Make sure you go to the US Road Running race.

We set up next to the skatepark.

Google pin for our location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/f3MKxmF5L1vYWqvRA

Overflow parking is in the back near the soccer fields.

5K & 10K Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917417168

The course is an out-and-back.

The 5K does the course two times.

The 10K does the course four twice.

Half Marathon Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5011141963

The course is an out-and-back.

The Half Marathon does the course six 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

JOHNSON FAMILY YMCA

CELEBRATE LIFE 5K PARTNERSHIP INVITATION

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, our 19th Annual Celebrate Life 5K brings the community together for a day of fellowship, fun and the opportunity to get fit together. The 5K allows us to serve our community while engaging the entire First Coast community to support our worthy cause.

Through the Celebrate Life 5K, you are supporting more than 2,000 youth that reside in the north side of Jacksonville through day camp, youth sports, after school programming and more. Help us continue to invest in our community by sponsoring this community event.

The Johnson Family YMCA has the passion to keep our seniors young, healthy and engaged. We invite you to participate in one of our traditions, the Celebrate Life 5K, and help us build strong individuals and a strong community together.

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

The course is 50% shaded and on an asphalt or concrete surface.

Another group may have a 5K at the same time as us.

Make sure you go to the US Road Running race.

We set up next to the skatepark.

Google pin for our location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/f3MKxmF5L1vYWqvRA

Overflow parking is in the back near the soccer fields.

5K & 10K Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5917417168

The course is an out-and-back.

The 5K does the course two times.

The 10K does the course four twice.

Half Marathon Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5011141963

The course is an out-and-back.

The Half Marathon does the course six 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

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Donuts and Running - I vote yes!

eTown in Jacksonville, Dunkin Donuts and Florida Race Day are excited for this sweet race.

Join us March 21st the 8:00 am start of the Annual Donut Run. The races takes place in the awesome new neighborhood of eTown which is close to 9B and 1-95.

Runners Receive:

• Chip Timed 5k Race or 10k Race

• Campfire 15oz Ceramic Donut Run Mug

• Finisher Medal

• 2 Dunkin Donuts

• Racing Bib

• Downloadable Finisher Photo

• Live Results

Packet Pickup is Between 6:45am - 730 am at race location

10K Starts at 8:00 AM 5k Race / 1 Mile Starts at 8:10 AM

10k and 5k Awards will be based on finisher times and awarded by Gender and age groups, Overall Male and Overall Female, Master Male, Master Female and top three in the following age divisions - 10 and under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59,60-69 and 70 and older

Also you have the option to form a Donut Team. This would consist of 4 or more team members where the fastest 4 receive an average time and fastest team wins.

Race Course is HERE

Benefitting Hearts 4 Minds

Riverside Park

753 Park Street

Saturday, April 4th, 2026

5K at 8:00 a.m. | Fun Run at 9:00 a.m.

Get ready to move with purpose at the inaugural Prattify FlowFest 5K, a community run/walk hosted by the JAX Chamber’s Three Rivers Council! Set against the scenic backdrop of Riverside Park and the historic streets of one of Jacksonville’s most beloved neighborhoods, this energizing event celebrates connection, movement, and momentum.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for the stroll, your participation directly supports the Three Rivers Council and its mission to foster future programming, networking events, and initiatives that make our city stronger.

Enjoy a morning of community, fitness, and fun—and help keep the good ideas flowing!

🏃‍♂️ Walk or run – all levels welcome

🎉 Post-race celebration with local vendors and refreshments

🌊 All proceeds benefit Hearts 4 Minds

Register today and be part of the movement!

Race Features

• Shirts to all entrants

• Medals to all finishers

• Overall and age-group awards

• Great course in Riverside

• Post race festival

Race Awards

Overall - Top three male and female

Master - First male and female

Age-Group - 10 and Under, 11-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and over.

Packet Pickup

Friday, April 3rd from 10 AM until 4 PM:

1st Place Sports, 3931 Baymeadows Road in Mandarin

1st Place Sports, 2018 San Marco Blvd. in San Marco Square

Race Day - Saturday, April 4th at Race Site - starting at 7 AM.

Parking

Will be on the streets in Riverside.

Sponsorship and Vendor Inquiries

Please email [email protected]

Volunteer Sign Up

https://form.jotform.com/252244372840151

Course

https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2033854#google_vignette

Our Sponsors

Prattify is a creative marketing + advertising agency built for energized entrepreneurs and businesses that are looking to Move On From Normal ™. They integrate with businesses to help brands stand out, connect with their audiences, and grow with confidence while increasing brand equity. With photo, video and creative writing being the soul of Prattify, this go-to Jacksonville-based marketing team loves to never stand still, take risks, and always celebrate the wins with their clients!

Prattify is proud to serve as the title sponsor of the Prattify FlowFest 5K. Founder Jason Pratt has been an avid runner for more than 20 years, regularly participating in races organized by 1st Place Sports. The sponsorship reflects Prattify’s passion for bringing energized entrepreneurs, leaders, and runners together to connect, collaborate, and build community. The team is excited to partner with the JAX Chamber Three Rivers Council to support this October’s event and help make the race a fun, memorable moment for everyone.

Break out your cut offs and get ready for The Florida Man 5k and 1 mile fun run held on April- 4th This race will be held at Veterans United Brewing and is sure to be a hoot.

Participants will get a chipped time 3 Mile race / 1 mile fun run, Veterans United Draft Beer, Florida Man T-Shirt, Finisher medal, and fun afterparty

Awards will be based on age and gender- We will be awarding the fastest male and female and top 3 male and females 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39. 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and older

We will also be awarding the best Florida Man, Florida WoMan dressed participants

Live and text results with free downloadable race photos

We are bringing back our Dollar Store Door Prize game after the events

Packet Pickup will be between 330-430pm - Events will start at 5 pm

Please note the 5k will consist of three loops of https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6453087790

See you soon!!

DONNA Mother's Day 5K

Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 8:00 AM Start

Friday Musicale in Historic Riverside

645 Oak Street

Jacksonville, FL 32204

Celebrate Every Mom.

The DONNA Mother’s Day 5K returns to historic Friday Musicale in Jacksonville’s Riverside neighborhood on Saturday, May 9, 2026. This meaningful morning brings our community together to honor the moms in our lives while supporting families living with breast cancer.

Held during our annual Celebrate Every Mom campaign, this event inspires women everywhere to take steps toward understanding, improving, and protecting their breast health — while standing alongside those currently in treatment.

Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or cheer from the sidelines, you are helping provide hope, support, and financial relief through The DONNA Foundation’s CareLine and Financial Aid Fund.

This is the second race in the DONNA Fearless Series presented by Wingard.

Participate in person at Friday Musicale or join us virtually with a 5K or “Your Way” option from anywhere. All participants earn a finisher medal while supporting families in our community.

Participants Receive

• Beautiful Lotus Flower Finisher Medal

• Finisher Shirt

• DONNA Goodie Bag (in person event only)

• DONNA "I'm Running For" Back Bib presented by IQ Fiber

• Access to DONNA Athletes' Village for pre and post-race survivorship celebration

• Opportunity to fundraise with us in support of families living with breast cancer

Don’t miss this inspiring Mother’s Day weekend tradition benefiting The DONNA Foundation.

Register today and Celebrate Every Mom.

Captain Chuck Cornett Navy Run

10K and 5K

8 AM • April 11, 2026

NAS Jax

IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE, YOU MUST BE AN AUTHORIZED* BASE MWR PATRON

Each participant is responsible for his or her own base access. *Active Duty, Retirees, Reservists, Dependents and DOD Civilians are designated as "Trusted Agents" and can sponsor unauthorized patrons in their vehicles.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

The registration fees for January and February will be $20 (+$3.39 sign up fee) for Military (active duty, retired, dependents, and reserve) and $25 (+$3.84 sign up fee) for DOD Civilians and Non-Military. Starting March 1st the fees will increase to $25 for Military and $30 for DOD Civilians and Non-Military until online registration closes at 9am on April 6th..

LATE REGISTRATION

Late registration will be on Thursday, April 9th and Friday, April 10th from 8 AM until 7 PM at the NAS Jax Base Gym. On race day packets will be available at the Base Post Office across from the NEX Convenience store parking lot from 6:30 to 7:30 AM. The fees for late registration will be $40 for Military (active duty, retired, dependents, and reserve), DOD Civilians and Non-Military.

PACKET PICKUP

NAS Jax Base Gym

• Thursday, April 9th from 8am-8pm

• Friday, April 10th from 8am- 7pm

Base Post Office across the NEX Convenience store Parking Lot.

• April 11th from 6:30-7:30 am

DAY OF RACE

Late registration will take place at the Base Post office across from the NEX Convenience Store Parking Lot from 6:30-7:30am.

Packets will also be available for pickup at this time.

TSHIRTS

The first 300 registered participants will receive an event tshirt.

AWARDS

10K - Overall male and female winner

10K Age Groups (Male and Female) - 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and up

5K Age Groups (Male and Female) - 14 & under, 15 and up

Join The Healing Hearts Project on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 at the Beautiful Episcopal School of Jacksonville for the 8th Annual Jax Healing Hearts 5K & 1M.

The festivities will begin at 4455 Atlantic Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32207 from 7:00am to 12:00pm. All proceeds will go to provide support services to families and patients at The Terry Heart Institute at Wolfson Children's Hospital and UF Pediatric Cardiology in Jacksonville.

Sign up now for the first annual SCC 5K Walk/Run on April 11, 2026! All proceeds from the 5K will go toward our 2026 mission trips to Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, and Brazil!

Whether you’re an avid runner looking to break your PR, someone who just wants to walk and get your steps in, or have children who want to have fun in our 1-mile Fun Run, this will be a amazing event for you and your entire family!

Registration Pricing

1 Mile Fun Run: $10

5K: $25. April 1st increase to $30. April 7-10: $35. Race Day: $40

Divisions

This will be a timed event, and prizes will be awarded to first-place finishers in the following divisions.

Male and Female Finishers of 5K: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Male and Female Finishers of 1 mile Fun Run

Race Packet Pickup

You may pick up your race packet starting at 7:00am on Saturday, April 11 at Southpoint Community Church, 7556 Salisbury Rd., 32257.

Sombrero Running Events is turning 3 years old and we wanted to offer you 3 miles of FREE FUN to come and join us at Lake Fretwell on Cecil Fields for some post run BBQ and Chorizo and egg burritos as well as some fun giveaway items as well as some FREE RACE ENTRIES into other sombrero events, like our Yo Daddy 5k/10k on father's day weekend and one of our awesome trail races. Spots are limited so get registered, you have to be registered in order to be eligible for the free race entries.

Running for Children, Hope, and a Healthier Future

Join the University of North Florida Student Nurses Association for a day dedicated to compassion, community, and meaningful impact. Every step taken helps support research, resources, and brighter futures for the families who need it most. As part of our mission to support children with disabilities, this year’s 5K proudly benefits the Alagille Syndrome Alliance (ALGSA) — a nonprofit devoted to improving the lives of children and families affected by Alagille syndrome.

Alagille syndrome is a rare genetic condition that can impact the liver, heart, kidneys, and other vital systems. Families navigating this diagnosis often face significant medical challenges and limited treatment options. ALGSA works tirelessly to change that by:

• Funding research toward better treatments and future cures

• Providing education and resources for families

• Supporting global awareness and advocacy

• Building a compassionate, connected community

Your participation directly fuels these efforts and brings hope to children who deserve every opportunity to thrive.

Join us at San Marco's Posting House for the third Biscuits and Bubbles 5km and Fun Run - Supporting Haven Retreats! Haven Retreats is a registered 501(c)3 whose mission is to create sustainability for foster and adoptive families. Haven hosts therapeutic retreats and provides wrap-around services for these foster and adoptive caregivers throughout the year. To learn more about the work Haven is doing in our community or donate, visit their website: www.havenretreatsinc.org.

We will have a great 5km and 1mile fun run benefitting the work of Haven Retreats. The after run celebration will be amazing with a Mimosa Bar, beer and breakfast biscuits, a bubble machine and DJ.

Run For The Hungry 5K

Saturday, April 25th • Mandarin

Rotary Club of Mandarin was established in 1975 and is proud of our 50 years of accomplishments in the community promoting "Service Above Self." With the valued support of our local businesses and residents, we have been able to provide significant financial support to charities doing great work – both locally and internationally.

With your help, over the last few years, we have been able to provide the Mandarin division of Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department with seven thermal imaging cameras, grants to K-9s for Warriors, donations to Polio Plus, a van to the Mandarin Food Bank at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, and thousands of dollars to dozens of other local charities.

Last year, we donated over $36,000 to local charities, including a combined $25,000 to the Mandarin Food Bank at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and the Daily Bread Food Pantry at Mandarin Presbyterian Church. This year, we hope to do more!

The 5th Annual Race For The Hungry 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, which will be organized by 1^st Place Sports, and held on Saturday, April 25^th at Mandarin Presbyterian Church. Once again, the Race will be primarily for the benefit of the Mandarin Food Bank at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and the Daily Bread Food Pantry at Mandarin Presbyterian Church (some proceeds will be reserved for other non-profit charities inSatur

Run Riverside 2026

830 Oak St, Jacksonville

Saturday, April 25, 2026

5K Run 3:00 PM

1 Mile Fun Run 4:00 PM

About the Race

Celebrate the best of Riverside with the Run Riverside 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. This is a

great event for the whole family! 5K runners will tour the Riverside community, from Five Points to King Street, running by SunRay Cinemas, the Cheek Castle House, Memorial Park, and the Cummer Museum. 1 Mile runners will enjoy "the most fun Fun Run ever," encountering multiple Fun Zones along their route!

SOUTHBANK RIVERWALK - San Marco

Kings Avenue Station - 1201 Kings Avenue

Saturday, June 6, 2026

5K at 8:00 a.m. | Fun Run at 9:00 a.m.

Join us Saturday June 6th, 2026 at 8:00am in San Marco as we kick off the 6th annual Run for Hope 5K. The Villages of Hope is helping women of NE Florida by providing a sanctuary, a place of refuge, healing, and restoration for women seeking a life free from sexual exploitation and substance abuse. Our tiny home village offers safety, support and community to these women. Event and fundraising proceeds will go towards support of our 2-year rent free program with wraparound services.

Race Features

• Shirts to all registrants

• Medals to all finishers

• Overall and age-group awards

• Great course featuring he Southbank Riverwalk

• Lots of post race activities and awards ceremony

Race Awards

Overall - Top three male and female

Master - First male and female

Age-Group - 10 and Under, 11-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and over.

Entry Fees

• Current entry fee $35.00

• Starting May 1st $40.00

• Starting June 1st $45.00

• Race Day $50.00

• One mile $15 until race day then $20

Entry fees shown during registration include server fees.

Packet Pickup

Friday, June 5th from 10 AM until 4 PM:

1st Place Sports, 3931 Baymeadows Road in Mandarin

1st Place Sports, 2018 San Marco Blvd. in San Marco Square

Race Day - Saturday, June 6th at Race Site - starting at 7 AM.

Parking

Large lot next to starting line. Just off Kings Ave.

Course

https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3310915

June 20, 2026

Starts and Finishes at James Weldon Johnson Park

5K at 8 AM

One mile Fun Run/Walk at 9 AM

135 West Monroe Street, Jacksonville, Florida

Walk in the footsteps of history, then dance in celebration of a civil rights hero who shaped American culture. A day of community, commemoration, and joy!

Runners and walkers of all ages will set off from James Weldon Johnson Park and wind through the historic LaVilla neighborhood where the Johnson family once called home. Stories of his remarkable life will be shared in the “Along This Way Race Route”, meant to be run or walked at a “Party Pace” to enjoy interactive stations. The journey ends where it began - back at the Park - with a joyful Block Party featuring food trucks, games, champagne, DJ Rance Adams, and cupcakes courtesy of Noted Marketing.

Every dollar raised goes directly to the Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park, the City's nonprofit partner devoted to preserving Jacksonville's oldest and most treasured park.

Food Trucks * DJ * Games * Cupcakes * History * Interactive Race Route * Prizes

Every race entry will be entered to win prizes like tickets to the Jacksonville Waves & Sporting Jax.

Prizes & Perks:

• Shirts to all entrants

• 2 Tix for each runner to the 6/20 Sporting JAX vs Charleston Battery 7PM at Hodges Stadium. UNF with Free Parking. Courtesy of the Sporting JAX Foundation

• Entrants will be registered to win prizes such as tix to see Jacksonville Waves Game, Family 4 pack to Jumbo Shrimp Game & More! (must be present to win)

• Medals to all finishers

• Overall and age-group awards

• Post-race Block Park with DJ

• Birthday cupcakes at post-race celebration

• Chip timing

• Team competition

The run will start and finish at James Weldon Johnson Park, located at 135 West Monroe Street, Jacksonville, Florida. Check in will begin promptly at 7:00am and the run will begin at 8:00am sharp on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

About The Title Sponsor

VyStar Credit Union is the second-largest credit union headquartered in Florida, with 79 full-service branches across Florida and Georgia, 1 million members and assets of over $14 billion. VyStar is the top mortgage lender in Northeast Florida and a major employer in the region with over 2,500 employees across the communities it serves. VyStar membership is open to everyone who lives or works in the 49 contiguous counties of Central to North Florida, 29 Georgia counties, and past and present military members and their families all over the world. VyStar members have access to 55,000 surcharge free ATMs worldwide. For more information, visit vystarcu.org, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn.

About The Charity

All proceeds from this event benefit Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park, the City’s nonprofit partner for managing Jacksonville’s oldest and most historic park. Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park was formed in 2014 to create a welcoming, urban public space that engages with our history and nurtures a sense of belonging, which connects our diverse communities and resonates throughout Downtown. We envision a contemporary, vibrant, green public space that is the heartbeat of our community where all people gather for fun, education, and relaxation. Our placemaking success and wide-ranging collaborations provide a variety of unique experiences that are essential to a thriving Downtown creating a sense of civic identity and pride. Visitors today can listen to live music, have a bite to eat from one of our food trucks, play in the kid zone area or simply find a respite from the Florida heat with flowers, shade and interesting sculptures. But we are not JUST a park. We’re community builders.

The weekend festivals we create highlight Jacksonville’s diversity and have generated passionate feedback such as “Jacksonville needs this!”

To learn more about Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park visit www.JamesWeldonJohnsonPark.org or follow @jamesweldonjohnsonpark on social media.