Beats at The Block 5K and Fun Run
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Jacksonville, Florida
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an electrifying experience at the Beats at The Block 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in Jacksonville, Duval! This exciting event promises to be a vibrant fusion of fitness, music, and community spirit, starting and finishing at The Block. Lace up your running shoes and immerse yourself in high-energy beats led by Running DJ Elby as you navigate the scenic streets of Jacksonville.
Participants can challenge themselves with the exhilarating 5K race or join the fun with the unique "Car to Bar .05K," where you'll sprint from your car to the bar for a refreshing beer, race swag, and a stylish finisher hat. Proceeds from this fantastic event will support the American Cancer Society and Jacksonville's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, making your participation even more meaningful.
After crossing the finish line, the celebration continues with a lively post-race party featuring live music, delicious food, and the chance to connect with fellow runners and supporters. With cool swag for all participants and opportunities to support a great cause, the Beats at The Block 5K is set to be an unforgettable Saturday filled with movement, music, and camaraderie. Join us and make every mile a
Participants can challenge themselves with the exhilarating 5K race or join the fun with the unique "Car to Bar .05K," where you'll sprint from your car to the bar for a refreshing beer, race swag, and a stylish finisher hat. Proceeds from this fantastic event will support the American Cancer Society and Jacksonville's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, making your participation even more meaningful.
After crossing the finish line, the celebration continues with a lively post-race party featuring live music, delicious food, and the chance to connect with fellow runners and supporters. With cool swag for all participants and opportunities to support a great cause, the Beats at The Block 5K is set to be an unforgettable Saturday filled with movement, music, and camaraderie. Join us and make every mile a
Organiser's Description
TURN UP THE PACE AT JACKSONVILLE'S MOST ELECTRIFYING 5K! FEMALE SIGNMALE SIGN
Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a one-of-a-kind race experience! Starting and finishing at The Block in Jacksonville, Florida, this exciting 5K combines fitness, music, and community into an unforgettable event. Join us for our first BEATS AT THE BLOCK 5K SPONSORED BY COMMUNITY FIRST CREDIT UNION.
LED BY RUNNING DJ ELBY, participants will be immersed in high-energy beats from start to finish as they run through the streets of Jacksonville. Whether you're chasing a personal record, jogging with friends, or simply looking for a fun way to get moving, the music will keep you motivated every step of the way.
NOT A RUNNER BUT WANT TO BE A PART OF THE ACTION? JOIN US FOR OUR CAR TO BAR .05K! This exciting course will take you all the way from your car to the bar where you get a free beer, race swag and official finisher hat.
But this race is about more than crossing the finish line. Proceeds from the event will benefit the American Cancer Society and Jacksonville's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, helping fund groundbreaking research, patient support services, cancer prevention programs, and resources for individuals and families impacted by breast cancer.
Feel the rhythm, embrace the energy, and enjoy a course designed to keep the party going from the starting line to the finish. After crossing the finish line back at The Block, the celebration is just getting started! Join us for an exciting post-race party featuring live music, great energy, food and beverages, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow runners and supporters. Guests can recharge and recover with refreshing COLD PLUNGE PARTY provided by COOL CULTURE, enjoy the festival atmosphere, and celebrate an evening of movement, music, and giving back. Whether you're cooling off after the race, dancing to the beats, or spending time with friends and family, the after-party promises fun for everyone.
What to Expect:
* Cool swag for all races
* A professionally led 5K experience
* Live music provided by a Running DJ Elby throughout the course
* Scenic streets and a vibrant community atmosphere
* Start and finish at The Block in Jacksonville
* Post-race celebration with music, food, beverages, and entertainment
* Cold plunges provided by Cool Culture
* Opportunities to support the fight against breast cancer
* Fun for runners, walkers, spectators, and families
Whether you're running for a cause, competing with friends, or just looking for a unique Saturday evening experience, this event promises to be more than a race, it's a moving dance party through the heart of Jacksonville!
A huge thank you to all of our event sponsors that help to make this possible, please check out the sponsors page for more information.
RUN THE STREETS. FEEL THE BEATS. MAKE EVERY MILE A CELEBRATION. female signmale sign
Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a one-of-a-kind race experience! Starting and finishing at The Block in Jacksonville, Florida, this exciting 5K combines fitness, music, and community into an unforgettable event. Join us for our first BEATS AT THE BLOCK 5K SPONSORED BY COMMUNITY FIRST CREDIT UNION.
LED BY RUNNING DJ ELBY, participants will be immersed in high-energy beats from start to finish as they run through the streets of Jacksonville. Whether you're chasing a personal record, jogging with friends, or simply looking for a fun way to get moving, the music will keep you motivated every step of the way.
NOT A RUNNER BUT WANT TO BE A PART OF THE ACTION? JOIN US FOR OUR CAR TO BAR .05K! This exciting course will take you all the way from your car to the bar where you get a free beer, race swag and official finisher hat.
But this race is about more than crossing the finish line. Proceeds from the event will benefit the American Cancer Society and Jacksonville's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, helping fund groundbreaking research, patient support services, cancer prevention programs, and resources for individuals and families impacted by breast cancer.
Feel the rhythm, embrace the energy, and enjoy a course designed to keep the party going from the starting line to the finish. After crossing the finish line back at The Block, the celebration is just getting started! Join us for an exciting post-race party featuring live music, great energy, food and beverages, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow runners and supporters. Guests can recharge and recover with refreshing COLD PLUNGE PARTY provided by COOL CULTURE, enjoy the festival atmosphere, and celebrate an evening of movement, music, and giving back. Whether you're cooling off after the race, dancing to the beats, or spending time with friends and family, the after-party promises fun for everyone.
What to Expect:
* Cool swag for all races
* A professionally led 5K experience
* Live music provided by a Running DJ Elby throughout the course
* Scenic streets and a vibrant community atmosphere
* Start and finish at The Block in Jacksonville
* Post-race celebration with music, food, beverages, and entertainment
* Cold plunges provided by Cool Culture
* Opportunities to support the fight against breast cancer
* Fun for runners, walkers, spectators, and families
Whether you're running for a cause, competing with friends, or just looking for a unique Saturday evening experience, this event promises to be more than a race, it's a moving dance party through the heart of Jacksonville!
A huge thank you to all of our event sponsors that help to make this possible, please check out the sponsors page for more information.
RUN THE STREETS. FEEL THE BEATS. MAKE EVERY MILE A CELEBRATION. female signmale sign
Races
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Beats at the Block DJ Led 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$38.10
The flat, fast 5K course led by DJ Elby travels along Gate Parkway before turning onto Burnt Mill and heading back toward The Block for a lively finish line celebration. Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a fun run with friends, or simply coming for the music and atmosphere, Beats at The Block offers a one-of-a-kind race experience for participants of all fitness levels. All runners will receive: * Race t-shirt * Top 10% or Bottom 90% Finisher Hat * One free beer or PIVOT energy drink * One entry to win 2 tickets to the Food and Wine Festival at The Block ($200 value), winner will be announced during the event and must be present to win * Race swag -
1 Mile Fun Run - Pets Allowed!
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00PM EDT)
$27.50
The pet friendly, flat, fast 1-mile course travels along Gate Parkway before turning and heading back toward The Block for a lively finish line celebration. Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a fun run with friends, or simply coming for the music and atmosphere, Beats at The Block offers a one-of-a-kind race experience for participants of all fitness levels. All runners will receive: * Race t-shirt * Finisher Hat * One free beer or PIVOT energy drink * One entry to win 2 tickets to the Food and Wine Festival at The Block ($200 value), winner will be announced during the event and must be present to win * Race swag -
Car to Bar .05K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Hat
Sat 24th October 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$27.50
If you are not a runner, this is your time to set a personal PR by participating in the Car to Bar! You will have all the excitement of lining up at the start line and as the runners head out to get sweaty, you will head right back to The Block to get your official finisher hat and be the first in line for your free beer or energy drink! All runners will receive: * Finisher Hat * One free beer or PIVOT energy drink * One entry to win 2 tickets to the Food and Wine Festival at The Block ($200 value), winner will be announced during the event and must be present to win * Race swag
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Location
7520 Quarter Mill Drive, Jacksonville, 32256, FL, United States
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