5K races near Saint Augustine

The DONNA 5K at TPC Sawgrass is an October 5K held in the Jacksonville area. It is one of three signature races in the DONNA Fearless Series, alongside DONNA Marathon Weekend and the DONNA Mother’s Day 5K. The foundation’s “Love over fear” mantra connects the series to cancer survivorship and patient support. The TPC Sawgrass 5K is the event where participants earn the DONNA Fearless medal upon completing all three signature races. This structure allows runners to receive four medals from three events, without needing a separate series registration. The DONNA events attract survivors, families, charity runners, supporters, and those running in memory of loved ones. Proceeds from the race help fund patient services through The DONNA Foundation.

Pink Up The Pace is an annual 5K walk/run in St. Augustine, Florida, starting and finishing at Francis Field on West Castillo Drive. The race begins at 8:00 a.m., with warm-up and related activities from 7:00 a.m. until noon. The event focuses on breast cancer awareness and fundraising for early detection. The course guides participants through the streets of Historic Downtown St. Augustine, making it a noticeable local 5K. Funds raised assist individuals affected by breast cancer in St. Augustine and nearby communities, promote the importance of early detection, and help more people get tested. Breast cancer survivors have a dedicated registration category, and local community organizations serve as sponsors and supporters.

The AddieStrong 5K and 1-mile fun run/walk begin at 8:30 AM from Freedom Crossing Academy in Aberdeen. Participants should arrive earlier for packet pickup. Each runner and walker receives a race shirt and a finisher medal. The event is an annual memorial for Addilyn Grace Spann, who passed away as a young child. Her family remembers her as a blonde-haired, blue-eyed girl whose smile impacted those around her. Proceeds from the race benefit The W.

The Endless Summer 10K & 5K is a beach run and walk at Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine, Florida. Both distances begin at 8:15 a.m. Participants can select the 10K Beach Run or the 5K Beach Run/Walk, offering a longer beach race or a shorter option suitable for walkers. The event marks its 23rd edition and is presented by Don's Friends. Proceeds benefit Don's Friends and an additional Friends charity designated by the organizers. For those unable to attend, virtual 10K or 5K entries are available. The race also provides 0.0K shirt-only entries for supporters interested in the apparel.

UF Health Jacksonville's Turkey Trot 5K is a Thanksgiving running event in Atlantic Beach, Florida, starting at One Ocean Resort and Spa on Ocean Boulevard. The main race is a 5K, with a 1.6 km option for those seeking a brief, relaxed run or walk. The setting is a beach town east of Jacksonville, with the course following the coast rather than a downtown road. UF Health Jacksonville organizes the event, and the two distances accommodate regular runners, families, and holiday participants beginning their day with a short race near the oceanfront.

Santa Suits On The Loose 5K Walk/Jog/Run is an annual 5K benefiting St. Augustine Youth Services. Participants are encouraged to wear Santa suits while covering 5 kilometers at their chosen pace, from a walk to a run. The race raises funds for SAYS, which provides at-risk youth with coaching, counseling, family-style therapeutic group homes, and outpatient community services. The Santa-suit dress code is the main tradition, transforming the event into a holiday fundraiser rather than a standard weekend 5K.

Run With A Mission is a small annual running event held in Nocatee, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, beginning at 400 Nocatee Center Way. Participants can select a 5K or 10K race, with a 1.6 km option available for those preferring a shorter distance. The event directly supports Faithful Servant Missions, functioning as both a fundraiser and a community gathering for FSM. Approximately 300 runners participate annually, contributing to its local, mission-focused atmosphere distinct from large-city road races.