Save the Manatee 5K
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Save the Manatee 5K - Event
The Save the Manatee 5K takes place on November 15, 2025, at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City, Florida. The in-person event starts and finishes at the state park and follows the Spring-to-Spring Trail adjacent to the park. The event includes an on-site 5K (5 km) run/walk and a virtual option that allows participants worldwide to complete an activity of their choice, including running, walking, biking, swimming, kayaking, scuba or hiking. Park admission is included with in-person registration. Proceeds support Save the Manatee Club.
Registration, race features and logistics
Registration options include standard and premium in-person entries and several virtual options for domestic and international participants. In-person registration items include a unisex cotton/polyester T-shirt, finisher medal and race bib; virtual registrations include similar swag with shipping. Packet pickup is scheduled November 10–14 at Front Running Sports in Lake Mary, with pickup also available on race day. Parking will be inside Blue Spring State Park. The race will use a disposable timing chip attached to the back of the bib and results will be posted online. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers and top three in each age group; children 12 and under receive a small stuffed manatee at the in-person event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.