8 events in Saint Augustine, Florida

In an effort to continue our support for the St. Augustine Lighthouse, the League hosts an annual 5K & Fun Run! The inaugural race in 1983 was originally titled the “Bud Light Twilight Lighthouse Run.” The Lighthouse 5K is a chipped race that serves as a qualifier for the famed Gate River Run. The Fun Run is a true treat for the little runners! Don’t miss the awards ceremony following the race on the beautiful Lighthouse grounds. Each year the staff at the Lighthouse provides activities for the kids such as face painting, arts and crafts, and more! Don’t miss the opportunity to support the Lighthouse and climb the tower for FREE!

Proceeds from the Lighthouse 5K Run/Walk & Fun Run benefit numerous JSL service projects and provide financial support for local non-profit organizations in our community.

WHERE: 5K and Fun Run will Start and End @ St. Augustine Lighthouse

WHEN: Race day is Saturday, February 21, 2026. The 5K starts at 8:00 AM. The Fun Run starts at 9:00 AM. Award Ceremony is at 9:15 AM.

PARKING: Parking will be available on race day in a few areas surrounding the lighthouse neighborhood. You may find parking at/across from the Lighthouse, outside the soccer fields on Red Cox Drive, RB Hunt Elementary School front parking lot and along the side of the road, and the St. Augustine Yacht Club parking lot.

RACE COURSE: Flat 3.1 miles through Historic Lighthouse Park and Davis Shores (USATF CERTIFIED COURSE - FL13006EBM) Click here for the course map

REGISTRATION: Online registration will begin in August and will close 15 minutes prior to race start. Entry fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.

AWARDS: Awards will be given out at the Post-Race Celebration along with refreshments. The top three participants in each age group will receive awards.

AGE DIVISIONS: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, and 85 & Above - Each age division has separate male and female groups.

PACKET PICK-UP: Packet pick-up will take place at Jimmy Hula's 709 S Ponce De Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32084 on Friday, February 20th, 2026 from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Packets will also be available on race day beginning at 7am.

T-SHIRTS: We encourage all participants to register early as T-Shirts may not be available for later entrants. The deadline for a guaranteed t-shirt is February 9th.

Race to the Taste 5K

WHERE

A course through the beautiful Anastasia State Park and surrounding neighborhoods! It all starts at the St. Augustine Amphitheater.

WHEN

SUNDAY, April 12, 2026 - 10:30AM

Enjoy the "Taste of St. Augustine!" after the race!

WHAT IS THE RACE TO THE TASTE

A 5K race for both runners and walkers! We encourage strollers and families to join in on the fun! As always, the race is rock and roll themed and dressing up is ALWAYS encouraged! Our event is chip timed by Hasselmania Productions: Chip Timed Event, CERTIFIED Race Course, "Out and Back" Race

WHO BENEFITS

All proceeds benefit EPIC Behavioral Healthcare, allowing us to continue helping people on their recovery journey and those dealing with the disease of addiction.

AWARDS

• Top Overall Male & Female

• Top 3 in each age group: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and above.

RACE PACKET PICK-UP OPTIONS

Friday, April 10, 2026, 4-6 pm

EPIC Behavioral Healthcare

1400 Old Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, FL 32084

(904) 829-2273, x 4002

COST- $25 until January 31

$30 February 1 - February 28

$35 March 1 - March 31

$40 April 1 - April 11

$45 day of Race

DAY OF THE RACE

April 12, 2026 8:30 - 10:00 AM

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

(at the START/FINISH line)

1340C A1A South | St. Augustine, FL 32080

COST- $45

In-Person Registration is available during packet pickup at 1400 Old Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, FL 32084 as well as prior to the Race Sunday morning.

Register for the Race to the Taste & receive 1 Free admission into The Taste of St. Augustine! Runners will enjoy free admission for themselves and a 1/2-off coupon for a guest to The Taste of St. Augustine! (Regular Taste admission is $10 so a runner's guest will be able to pay $5 to get into the Taste.) Relax after the race and enjoy live music on the Amphitheater Backyard stage, along with sampling over 25 local restaurant's signature dishes! ("Taste Tickets" available for purchase at the event)

Sunday, April 19, 2026, 8:00 a.m.

River to Sea Preserve Trails, St. Augustine, FL, Town of Marineland

Lace up your shoes for marine science and join us for this year’s Whitney Lab 5K! Run, walk, or jog with us at the beautiful River to Sea Preserve trails (or anywhere with our virtual option) to celebrate marine science. This year's featured animal - the hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria)!

All 5K proceeds will go to the Whitney Laboratory gift fund, a fund that powers the lab's programming including community lectures, public education, facilities improvements, public events, and critical student experiences at the lab. It is essential to operating all the programs at the lab!

5K Registration

Race limited to only 200 in person participants!

Registration opens February 20.

Shirt and medal provided to all participants (in person and virtual); proceeds support the UF Whitney Lab for Marine Bioscience

February 20 - March 10: $35

March 11- 31: $40

April 1- April 17: $45

April 19, Day of Race Registration (in-person at packet pick-up only 6:30-7:30 AM): $45

Virtual: $45

Preferred shirt size only available to those registered by March 22.

March 23 - April 19 Registrations will receive a large shirt size.

If virtual option is chosen your shirt and medal will be mailed out after April 19. Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.

Race Information

Race Start

Sunday, April 19, 2026

8:00 AM

River to Sea Preserve - 9805 Ocean Shore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32137

Post race refreshments.

Race Course

The course will include 3 loops on the Matanzas Hammock Loop and South Hammock Loop entirely on trails and is around a 5K length (approximately 3.2). There will be a sign at the start of the loop but not at mile distances.

Course Map

Parking

Free parking is available at the River to Sea Preserve near race start, River to Sea Preserve Parking lot near beach, or DEP Marineland Field Station. Carpooling encouraged as spots are limited. Public parking area available also at the Whitney Laboratory (Approximately 1/2 mile away from the race start).

Packet Pick Up

Race Day Packet Pick Up: Sunday, April 19, 2026, 6:30 - 7:30 AM – River to Sea Preserve 9805 Ocean Shore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080

Awards

Top Overall Male & Female, Top 3 in each age group: 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and above.

Kids Fun Run

Free kids fun run will be after the 5K.

Contact Us

Questions - [email protected]

Join us as a Sponsor!

Whitney Lab 5K Sponsorship - https://www.whitney.ufl.edu/media/wwwwhitneyufledu/images/files/5K-Sponsor-Levels-1.pdf

Contact Karen Romas at 904-201-8401 or email [email protected]

Lace up and kick off your day at the Fit Street Market 5K Run/Walk – a fun, welcoming race for all paces and fitness levels.

This 3.1-mile course will take participants through the streets surrounding Francis Field in St. Augustine, FL, offering a lively atmosphere to get moving, sweat, and celebrate community. Whether you are a seasoned runner chasing a new personal record, a casual jogger, or walking with friends and family, this 5K is for you.

After crossing the finish line, stick around and enjoy the full Fit Street Market experience:

• Local health and wellness vendors

• Fitness activations and mini-classes

• Food trucks and refreshments

• Music, photo ops, and community vibe

The 5K is a great way to:

• Jump-start your wellness journey

• Support local businesses and fitness professionals

Enjoy an active day outdoors in a positive, encouraging environmentCome run, jog, or walk – just show up and move with us at Fit Street Market.