44th Annual Driscoll's Strawberry Classic

  • Date Sat 29th March 2025
  • Location Tampa, Florida
  • Price $12.18 - $60.21
  • Races 11 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for a vibrant celebration of community and fitness at the 44th Annual Driscoll's Strawberry Classic, taking place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, in Tampa, Hillsborough. This beloved event offers a variety of race distances, including a 5k, 10k, and the exciting 15k Distance Challenge, which combines both the 5k and 10k for those looking to push their limits. Join fellow runners and walkers of all ages to support local charities such as Meals on Wheels and the Children's Dream Fund while enjoying the thrill of competition.

The race kicks off with the 10k and 15k Challenge starting at 7:00 am, followed by the 5k at 8:30 am, and a fun run at 9:00 am. Participants can look forward to awards for overall winners in each category, as well as finisher medals and race t-shirts for all participants. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option allows you to join the fun from anywhere. Donโ€™t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, walk, and celebrate community spirit while making a difference. Remember to leave your furry friends at home for their safety!

Organiser's Description

Thanks to all of you for your support of the 2025 Strawberry Classic Race.

The 44th Annual Driscolls Strawberry Classic will be on Saturday, March 29, 2025. For 43 years, we have been putting on a race that benefits our charities, our members and our community. Race benefits Local Meals on Wheels and Childrens Dream Fund. This Year join us for the 5k, 10k or 15k Distance Challenge (5k+10k). Those ambitious runners will be able to run both! Register now! Dont forget to invite friends and family to join you in the running (or walking) fun!

We love dogs, and they make great training partners, but for their safety and yours, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PET AT HOME on race day. NO DOGS are allowed on the race course.

Age group - 3 deep for 5k and 10k races. 1 deep for 15k challenge
Overall Winners - Awards for Male and Female in 5k, 10k and 15k challenge races
Masters Winners - Awards for Male and Female in 5k and 10k races
Finisher Medals - 5k and 10k race and 15k challenge race*
Race t-shirts for all races!
* If you complete the 15k challenge you will receive three medals.

VIRTUAL OPTION!
For those who are unable to attend the 2025 Driscolls Strawberry Classic Race in person, we have the virtual option. This option allows you to run at your own convenience wherever and whenever you choose to do it and still get all the race medals, shirts and bibs. (Virtual Race Packets can be picked up at the same time and locations as the live event). Any packets remaining _FOR VIRTUAL RUNNERS ONLY_ will be mailed out Monday after the Live Event.

(Please note: Shirts sizes are ONLY guaranteed if preregistered before MARCH 1, 2025. After that, the shirts will be available as noted when you register. Some shirt sizes will not be available close to and on race day)

_EARLY RACE PACKET PICKUP_

There are several opportunities for you to pick up your race packages (subject to change):

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 FROM 5:00PM 7:00PM
LOCATION TBD

FRIDAY, MARCH 28 FROM 5:00 7:00PM
LOCATION TBD

_DAY OF RACE - SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2025_

Temple Terrace Elementary School - 124 Flotto Ave, Tampa, FL 33617

_DRISCOLL'S STRAWBERRY CLASSIC DESIGNATED PARKING AREAS
__SEE BELOW FOR PARKING MAP_

Parking this year will be allowed on the designated areas of TEMPLE TERRACE ELEMENTARY. Additional parking will be at:

A The Fountain Shoppes at Temple Terrace 120 spots

B Winn-Dixie 200+ spots

NOTE: THERE IS NO PARKING AVAILABLE AT THE TEMPLE TERRACE PUBLIC LIBRARY AS IT WILL BE OPEN SATURDAY MORNING AND THEIR PARKING LOT IS ONLY FOR LIBRARY PATRONS.

6:00 am - Packet Pickup (No Day of Race Registration)
7:00 am - 10k and 15k Challenge Start (If you plan on doing the 15k Challenge you must complete the 10k by 8:25am and back in line for the start of the 5k)
8:30 am - 5k Start
9:00 am - Fun Run
9:45 am - Awards Ceremony (Approx 15 min after the last 5k participant crosses the line)



For more information about the race, please email [email protected]

Races

  • Strawberry Classic 10k

    Incl. $3.86 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $38.86

    Ages 18 and Up.
  • Strawberry Classic 10k - Student

    Incl. $3.19 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $28.19

    Ages 17 and under.
  • Strawberry Classic 5k

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $33.53

    Ages 18 and Up.
  • Strawberry Classic 5k - Student

    Incl. $2.85 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $22.85

    Ages 17 and under.
  • Strawberry Classic 15K Challenge

    Incl. $5.21 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $60.21

    Ages 18 and Up. Runners will run both Strawberry Classic 10k and 5k events. 10k starts at 7AM. 5k Starts at 8:30AM sharp. You will need to keep at least a 13-14 minute per mile pace in the 10k in order be at the starting line for the 5k.
  • Strawberry Classic 15k Challenge - Student

    Incl. $4.54 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $49.54

    Ages 17 and under. Runners will run both Strawberry Classic 10k and 5k events. 10k starts at 7AM. 5k Starts at 8:30AM sharp. You will need to keep at least a 13-14 minute per mile pace in the 10k in order be at the starting line for the 5k.
  • Strawberry Classic Fun Run

    Incl. $2.18 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $12.18

    Any Age!
  • Virtual Strawberry Classic 5k

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & T-Shirt

    $33.53

  • Virtual Strawberry Classic 10k

    Incl. $3.86 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.86

  • Virtual Strawberry Classic 15k - Challenge

    Incl. $5.21 Fee & T-Shirt

    $60.21

  • Virtual Strawberry Classic Fun Run/1 Miler

    Incl. $2.18 Fee & T-Shirt

    $12.18

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124 Flotto Ave, Tampa, 33617, FL, United States

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