6 running, fun run, and walking events in Siesta Key, Florida
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Siesta Key
6 events in Siesta Key-
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Thank you for supporting sea turtles!
Mote Marine Laboratory's 40th Annual Run for the Turtles will be held on Saturday, April 11th 2026, and we can't wait to see you on Siesta Key Beach!
Location: 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, FL 34242
The schedule of events is as follows:
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6:30AM - Packet pick up & race day registration opens
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7:00AM - Warm Up!
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7:30AM - 1 Mile Fun Run
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8:00AM - 5K Run sanctioned by Manasota Track Club
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Award ceremony to follow 5K
If you can't be here....don't fret. You can support our program by registering for and participating in our virtual race again this year.
This Run is the major fundraiser for the Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.
Race Pricing (Prices are the same for the 1 Mile & 5K):
Adults (14 & Up):
- $40 Regular Pricing through April 11, 2026
Kids (13 & Under):
- $30 Regular Pricing through April 11, 2026
Race registration (for both the 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K) includes a complimentary race t-shirt, access to the food station, kids activities area & more! This event is family friendly and spectators are welcome. All participants in the 1 Mile Fun Run will receive a finisher ribbon and prizes will be awarded for the overall male and female top finishers. The 5K race will be chip timed and sanctioned by Manasota Track Club. Awards will be given to the top 6 finishers by age group in addition to Overall Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Master etc. This run takes place on the beach so please plan accordingly! To help support our Eco-friendly mission at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, please bring your own reusable water bottle to the race! We will have multiple water stations for you to fill up at.
Early Packet Pickup: packets will also be available to be picked up on race morning
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Race T-Shirts: We suggest completing your online registration as early as possible for the best chance of securing the t-shirt size you prefer. There will be a set inventory of each size. If your size is no longer available, please select the next best size. The T-Shirts for virtual participants can be expected to be delivered to the address you registered with around after the in-person event. Thank you for understanding!
Interested in becoming a sponsor for the 40th Annual Run for the Turtles? Contact Danielle Dwyer, at [email protected] .
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Sun, Aug 16, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Pirates are taking over! Come show off your favorite pirate outfit; prizes will be awarded for outfit quality.
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will be selected by our judges!
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! 🏅🎉
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Sun, Sep 06, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
🏃♀️ 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!
Stay and enjoy the day with your own Picnic with friend and family.
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! 🏅🎉
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Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
🏃♂️🌟 Get ready to strut your stuff and flamingle at the most fabulous running event of the year! 🌟🏃♀️
Welcome to the "Flamingo 5K" – where the fun is as flamazing as a flock of flamingos and every step is a fiesta! Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a first-time participant, this event is for you.
Highlights Include:
🦩 Flamingo 5K OR 1 Mile Frolic: Start the day surrounded by all your favorite flamingos! Want to challenge yourself with the 5K or simply strut your stuff as a group in the 1 Mile Frolic, the choice is yours!
🌟The View: This is a beach run & walk along Siesta Key Beach, so it's sure to be beautiful!!! Take LOTS of pictures!!
🌸 Breast Cancer Awareness & Celebration: This is our annual event to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness while celebrating those magnificent Flamingos that are fighting, have survived, or are being remembered. While we are still looking for the perfect Foundation to join forces with, all the proceeds from this event will be going to help Fighting Flamingos in the Sarasota County area.
🎉 Finisher’s Medal for ALL participants: Memorialize your victory with a flamingo-themed medal, with a bonus surprise attached.
🎁 Fantastic Flamingo Swag: Every participant registered before the shirt cut off, September 23rd, will receive a gender specific tech tee. There are also some flamazing flamingo add on’s!!
🎉 Post-race Flamingo Fiesta: Celebrate your finish at our post-race Flamingo Fiesta, complete with food, music, awards, and fun for all ages.
Don't miss out on the event that turns running into a flamazing festival of fun, fitness, and flamingos. Mark your calendars, gather your flock, and get ready to Flamingle! 🎽🦩
Register now and join the flock! 🌟
This event is produced by My Favorite Race Events.
Awards- For 5K Only- M & F Overall, Youth Overall (14 & under) and Categories Masters through Senior Veteran Grandmasters & Age Groups 3 Deep.
$5 Club Discount for members of Zoomers, MTC, & Sarasota Storm. 5K only. Discount will expire 8/4/26
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Sat, Dec 12, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources hosts the Sandy Claws Beach Run. Now in its 50th year, the run is a fixture in the running community of Sarasota. Set a fast pace on the hard-packed, world-renowned Siesta Beach sand in the 5K run, sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club. Or, enjoy a leisurely morning stroll along the shore in the 1-mile fun run.
Proceeds benefit “Summer in the Parks” Adopt-A-Camper scholarship fund.
For more information, including discount codes for youth groups of ten or more, call 311.
Early packet pickup at New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Road, Thursday, Dec. 10, 3-6 p.m. or you may pick up your packet on race day before 8:10 am.
• 5K Race is chip-timed and sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club.
• Finisher medals for all participants.
• Custom awards to first through sixth place finishers in all age categories.
• Music, food and raffle prizes!
• Holiday-themed costume contest!
• Register by Nov. 20 for best price and to receive long-sleeve performance event shirt and runner goodies (no-shows forfeit these items).
• Nov. 21 or after and day-of registrants receive event shirt and runner goodies while supplies last.
• 5K family rate discount only applies to up to four people. Use multi-person pricing when registering for discount to apply.
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Sun, Jan 10, 2027 at 8:15 AMSee full details
The 14th Annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk takes place on the #1 Rated Siesta Key Beach in beautiful Sarasota, Florida
The event provides scholarships for further education to Riverview High School Senior Soccer players, JROTC Cadets and Track Athletes, If there are remaining funds they will continue to grow the Sarasota Community Foundation Scholarship's in Andrew's name.
Andrew so LOVED soccer that his parents wanted to keep his legacy of education alive. He also had a heart for the unfortunate.
PLEASE BRING A CAN OR TWO OF FOOD FOR MAYORS FEED THE HUNGRY
AND OLD SHOES AND CLOTHINH GOR RESURRECTION HOUSE
The event includes pre-race Starbucks coffee with a color guard and national anthem opening.
Following the race stop by the door prize board to see if you won one of our roughly 175 door prizes. Hang around to see if you placed in the race!!!
We give trophies to Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Sr. Grand Masters, Veteran Grand Master as well as 6 deep in each category with 3 deep receiving a medal.
"5 year age groups to 90 and above"
The goodie bags are filled with pretty awesome goodies as well. ONLY TO THE FIRST 350 registrants
Check out our website www.andrewmonroe.com.
Andrew was an awesome young man with a future cut short.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP - FRIDAY JANUARY 8th 4PM-7PM - NEW BALANCE, 315 Cattleman Rd, Suite 1 - West University District.
EARLY PACKET PICK UP SATURDAY JANUARY 9th -- 10am to 2pm - NEW BALANCE SARASOTA, 1872 Stickney Point Rd., Sarasota
Per USATF rules, gun time is used to determine prize money winners and time bonus recipients. Tag time (chip time) will be used to determine all age-group