Run for the Beaches 5K
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Event overview
The Run for the Beaches 5K & Fun Run/Walk takes place on December 6, 2025 in Treasure Island, FL. The main event is a chip-timed out-and-back 5K held along the hard-packed shoreline exposed at low tide. The program also includes shorter family and children’s races and participant benefits such as a race shirt, finisher medal for certain events, and a Taste of Treasure Island food offering.
Distances and youth categories
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1 mile Fun Run/Walk
- 100 m Kids Turtle Dash (ages 6-12)
- Turtle Hatchlings Dash (ages 1-5)
Location, packet pick-up and post-race activities
The event is based at Gulf Front Park, 10400 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706. Packet pick-up is scheduled on prior dates at local businesses: Sea Dog Brewing Co (9610 Gulf Blvd) and Sloppy Joe’s (10650 Gulf Blvd). Prices listed for events include $42 for the 5K and 1 mile events, $15 for the Kids Turtle Dash, and no charge for the Turtle Hatchlings Dash.
Post-race features for registered participants include live music, local food tastings, a complimentary beverage, an awards ceremony, raffle drawings, and children’s activities such as temporary tattoos, sea oat planting, and games. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.