49th Annual Sandy Claws Beach Run

  • Date Sat 13th December 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Sarasota, Florida
  • Price $22.20 - $43.40
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 49th Annual Sandy Claws Beach Run, happening on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in beautiful Sarasota, Florida! This beloved local event invites participants to experience the stunning Siesta Beach, where you can choose between a thrilling 5K run, sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club, or a leisurely 1-mile fun run along the shore. With proceeds benefiting the Summer in the Parks Adopt-A-Camper scholarship fund, you'll be supporting a great cause while enjoying a festive atmosphere filled with music, food, and exciting raffle prizes.

Join in the holiday spirit by participating in the costume contest and be among the first to register by November 21 to secure the best price and receive a long-sleeve performance event shirt along with other runner goodies. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with the local running community, earn a finisher medal, and compete for custom awards across various age categories. Early packet pickup is available on December 11 at New Balance Sarasota, making race day a breeze. Mark your calendars and get ready for a fun-filled day at the beach that promises to be a highlight of your holiday season!

Organiser's Description

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and Friends of Sarasota County Parks hosts the Sandy Claws Beach Run. Now in its 49th year, the run is a fixture in the running community of Sarasota. Set a fast pace on the hard-packed, world-renowned Siesta Beach sand in the 5K run, sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club. Or, enjoy a leisurely morning stroll along the shore in the 1-mile fun run.

Proceeds benefit Summer in the Parks Adopt-A-Camper scholarship fund.

For more information, including discount codes for youth groups of ten or more, call 311.

EARLY PACKET PICKUP at New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Road, Thursday, DEC. 11, 3-6 P.M. or you may pick up your packet on race day before 8:15 am.

5K Race is chip-timed and sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club.
Finisher medals for all participants.
Custom awards to first through sixth place finishers in all age categories.
Music, food and raffle prizes!
Holiday-themed costume contest!

Register by NOV. 21 for best price and to receive long-sleeve performance event shirt and runner goodies (no-shows forfeit these items).
NOV. 22 or after and day-of registrants receive event shirt and runner goodies WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
5K family rate discount only applies to up to four people. Use multi-person pricing when registering for discount to apply.

Races

  • 5K - Adult (18 and Up)

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt and Runner Goodies

    Sat 13th December 2025 (8:20AM EST)

    $43.40

    OPENS 05 SEP
  • 5K - Youth (17 and Under)

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt and Runner Goodies

    Sat 13th December 2025 (8:20AM EST)

    $32.80

    OPENS 05 SEP
  • 1 - Mile Fun Run/Walk (All Ages)

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt and Runner Goodies

    Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $22.20

    OPENS 04 SEP

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Location

Siesta Beach Park, 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, 34242, FL, United States

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