24th Annual Manatee River Run 5 Mile RRCA-FL State Championship

  • Date Sat 28th December 2024
  • Location Palmetto, Florida
  • Price $64.60
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the 24th Annual Manatee River Run 5 Mile RRCA-FL State Championship on Saturday, December 28, 2024! This exciting event will take place at the stunning Emerson Point Preserve on Snead Island in Palmetto, Florida, starting bright and early at 8:00 a.m. Runners of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this chip-timed race, which showcases the beautiful scenery of the Manatee River and provides an unforgettable experience.

As part of the RRCA-FL State Championship series, the 5-mile run promises to be a thrilling challenge for both seasoned racers and newcomers alike. Be sure to register early to secure your spot and guarantee your race shirt size by the November 30 deadline. With no race day registration, it's important to plan ahead! Donโ€™t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant community event that celebrates fitness, fun, and the spirit of competition. See you at the starting line!

Organiser's Description

HURRICANES HELENE AND MILTON POSTPONE MANATEE RIVER RUN

DUE TO THE SIGNIFICANT IMPACT OF HURRICANES HELENE AND MILTON ON OUR VOLUNTEERS, COMMUNITY, AND EMERSON POINT PRESERVE, WE'VE MADE THE DIFFICULT DECISION TO POSTPONE THE 24TH ANNUAL MANATEE RIVER RUN UNTIL NEXT YEAR. IT WAS A TOUGH DECISION TO MAKE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE 2025 RACE.

BRC THANKSGIVING DAY FUN RUN TURKEY TROT STILL ON! [https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Bradenton/BradentonTurkeyTrot]

While the Manatee River Run is postponed, we're excited to announce that the BRC Thanksgiving Day Fun Run Turkey Trot [https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Bradenton/BradentonTurkeyTrot] will still take place on Thursday, November 28th at Robinson Preserve.

Important Note: Due to hurricane damage, this year's Turkey Trot will be held at the South Park with a new route.

EXCITING ADDITIONS TO THIS YEAR'S TURKEY TROT:
$50 Fit2Run Gift Cards: Top 3 male and female finishers will receive $50 gift cards from Fit2Run.
Race Medals for 15 & Under: Top 5 male and female finishers under 15 will receive race medals provided by Grayhawk Remodeling.
Custom Race Bibs: Provided by Coastal Orthopedics.
Thanksgiving Themed Costume Contest: Win a pie from Fresh Market!

*New* Early Bib Pick-Up:
When: Wednesday, November 27th, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Fit2Run, 4951 Cortez Road West, Bradenton
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE TURKEY TROT!













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_THE 24TH ANNUAL MANATEE RIVER RUN 5 MILE RRCA-FL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2024 AT 8:00 A.M. AT BEAUTIFUL EMERSON POINT PRESERVE ON SNEAD ISLAND IN PALMETTO, FLORIDA._



The Manatee River Run 5 Mile RRCA-FL State Championship is open to all ages and abilities. Please see FAQ below (scroll all the way down) for complete details.

5 Mile run starts at 8:00 a.m. sharp. Chip timed by Florida Road Race Management [https://www.floridaroadrace.com/]. Timing ends at 9:30 a.m.

Shirt SIZE guarantee deadline is 11/30/2023. If you register after November 30, you will receive a shirt but no size guarantee.



Bradenton Runners Club members save $5 on online registration (discount automatically applied using your RunSignUp account at checkout). Membership must be current when registering and valid on race day to work properly.

THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Please register online before race day. Please scroll down for details about the two packet pick up opportunities prior to the race.

You may also pick up your packet on race day in the parking lot but if you do choose race day pick up, please arrive early as you have a half mile walk to the starting line.



DIRECTIONS TO RACE PARKING LOT: From I-75, take exit 224 and then to US 301 south. Continue west on US 301 crossing US 41 through Palmetto. US 301 becomes 10th Street. Continue on 10th Street West to Snead Island. Just after the bridge to Snead Island (in front of the Bradenton Yacht Club) turn right onto Tarpon Road, go north one block and make first left onto 17th St W. Parking will be on your left. THERE IS NO PARKING INSIDE THE PARK.

*** The race parking lot is a half mile walk to the start so please arrive early. ***

Races

  • 5 Mile RRCA-FL State Championship

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Gender Specific Long Sleeve Quarter Zip

    Sat 28th December 2024 (8:00AM EST)

    $64.60

    CLOSED
    This is a live, in-person event. Race starts at 8:00 a.m. and timing ends at 9:30 a.m.

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4681 17th Street West, Palmetto, 34221, FL, United States

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