Run the Point
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Run The Point
Run The Point takes place at Emerson Point Preserve in Palmetto, Florida on October 2, 2027. The route runs along coastal and preserve areas and includes views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Egmont Key, and Anna Maria Island.
The event offers multiple timed race options:
- 5K : suitable for first-timers and casual runners.
- 5 Miles : a longer route to see more of the preserve.
- Double Nickel Challenge (8.1 Miles) : the combined effort of the 5 Mile and 5K courses.
Registration opens April 1, 2027 and closes April 1, 2027. Entry fees listed for the races are $15.00 for the 5K, $20.00 for the 5 Mile, and $30.00 for the Double Nickel Challenge. A participant referral program returns $20 for every four people who sign up through a participant’s referral link.
The course description highlights natural scenery and wildlife typical of the area. Possible sightings include roseate spoonbills, ospreys, armadillos, and gopher tortoises. Event materials also note an awards partner and lodging partner: New Balance is the awards partner and Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort is the lodging partner. A travel partner is listed as offering cruise and travel opportunities related to the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
