Flamingo 5K
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Flamingo 5K : Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota
The Flamingo 5K takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, FL 34242. The event is produced by My Favorite Race Events and raises funds for breast cancer awareness, with proceeds going to help Fighting Flamingos in Sarasota County. Event options include:
- 5K - in-person; base price $35; price increases after August 2, 2026.
- Virtual 5K - remote entry; price $45; registration ends September 25, 2026.
- 1 Mile - Flock Cancer 1 Mile Frolick; price $30; price increases after August 2, 2026.
Logistics, awards and race kit
The course is a beach run and walk along Siesta Key Beach. Race morning packet pick up is scheduled on site at the Sea Turtle Pavilion of Siesta Key Beach; an advanced packet pick up is listed for Friday, October 9 (venue to be confirmed). Parking lots D and E are the closest lots to the pavilion.
All participants receive a finisher’s medal. Participants who register before the shirt cut-off on September 23 receive a gender-specific tech tee. Awards for the 5K include male and female overall, youth overall (14 and under), masters through senior veteran and grandmaster categories, plus age groups three deep. A $5 club discount applies to members of Zoomers, MTC, and Sarasota Storm for the 5K only; the discount expires August 4, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.