Staying Fit is a Good Thing on Florida’s Historic Coast
With so many ways to enjoy the outdoors on Florida’s Historic Coast, it’s easy to raise your heartbeat and raise awareness for a good cause at the same time. It’s a win-win for all.
And since there’s nothing like a little healthy competition to motivate you, here are details for some upcoming races to get your heart pumping. Ready, set, go!
First Coast Color Run - May 20, 2023
Let your true colors shine for the First Coast Color Run 5K Race! This race will start and end for an after party at Ancient City Brewing. It is a timed event and each participant will receive a finisher’s medal, a Technical T Shirt, and a beer or soft drink at the finish line. Race starts at 5:30 p.m. Registration is $30-35.
Game On! Ponte Vedra Triathlon (Spring Edition) - May 21, 2023
Headquartered at Mickler’s Landing Beachfront Park, this event includes an Olympic distance Triathlon, Duathlon and Aquabike as well as the Sprint Triathlon and Sprint Duathlon. Registration is $99-$209 depending on the race selected.
5K Race to the Taste - May 30, 2023
This race starts and ends at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre with the course going through Anastasia State Park and surrounding neighborhoods. The race begins at 6:30 p.m.., and registration for the race is $30 day of race and $25 in advance.
Bridge of Lions 5K - July 8, 2023
Participate in the annual 5K run across St. Augustine’s Bridge of Lions. The race starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Registration ranges from $25-$45.
Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon - July 30, 2023
Headquartered at Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park, this event includes an Olympic distance Triathlon, Duathlon and Aquabike as well as the Sprint Triathlon and Sprint Duathlon. Registration is $89-$199 depending on the race selected.
Superhero 5K & 10K - September 10, 2023
Bring out your inner superpowers for Nocatee's Spectacular SuperHero 5k and 10k races. This is a time chipped race and all participants receive a race t-shirt and finisher’s medal. The 10K starts at 7:45 a.m., 5K at 8 a.m. Registration is $15-$30 with proceeds benefitting St. Francis House of St. Augustine.
RESET St. Augustine 5K - September 30, 2023
Lace up your sneaks and support a great cause at the RESET St. Augustine 5K. Proceeds benefit RESET, a St. Augustine based nonprofit that strives to empower, educate, and engage teens to develop the necessary skills to be productive citizens. Registration is $30.
Pink up the Pace 5K - October 7, 2023
Participate in the largest 5K race in St. Augustine starting at 8 a.m. near the City Gate in downtown St. Augustine. The race route takes runners throughout downtown St. Augustine. Registration ranges from $15-$40.
Game On! Ponte Vedra Triathlon (Fall Edition) - October 15, 2023
Headquartered at Mickler’s Landing Beachfront Park, this event includes an Olympic distance Triathlon, Duathlon and Aquabike as well as the Sprint Triathlon and Sprint Duathlon. Registration is $99-$209 depending on the race selected.
Jailbreak 5K - October 21, 2023
Escape from St. Augustine! This one-way 5K takes you from the St. Augustine Old Jail across the Vilano Beach Bridge, through the Porpoise Point neighborhood and ends at the Vilano Beach ramp where a shuttle will bring you back to the start line. Proceeds benefit INK (Investing in Kids) and provide innovative programs, teacher support and classroom resources to promote the academic success of all St. Johns County public school students. Registration is $25-$45.
Endless Summer 5K & 10K - November 18, 2023
This event features a 5K beach run/walk and 10K cross country run in Anastasia State Park at 7:30 a.m. The registration cost for the 10K is $50 and 5K is $42. Registration is available through the website. Register early - this race sells out each year.
Santa Suits on the Loose 5K - December 9, 2023
Join this walk/jog/run starting and ending at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier Park along a flat 3.1-mile course through St. Augustine Beach neighborhoods. The race begins at 8 a.m. Registration ranges from $30-$40. Proceeds benefit St. Augustine Youth Services.