Cannon Ball Run
- Date Sat 4th January 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Fernandina Beach, Florida
- Price $43.40 - $80.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Kick off your running year with excitement at the inaugural Cannon Ball Run on Saturday, January 4, 2025, in beautiful Fernandina Beach, Nassau! This vibrant event, hosted by the Amelia Island Runners, invites runners of all levels to experience the scenic splendor of Amelia Island with two fantastic race options: a fun flat 5K and a breathtaking half marathon.
Starting at the oceanfront Main Beach Park, participants will enjoy a sunrise start as they race through picturesque landscapes and historic roads, including a memorable stretch through Ft. Clinch State Park. With a course designed to inspire and delight, the Cannon Ball Run promises to be a highlight of your winter running calendar. After crossing the finish line, join us for a post-race celebration with food and drinks, making it the perfect way to wrap up the holiday season and embrace the new year. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating experience – mark your calendars for January 4th and get ready to run!
Starting at the oceanfront Main Beach Park, participants will enjoy a sunrise start as they race through picturesque landscapes and historic roads, including a memorable stretch through Ft. Clinch State Park. With a course designed to inspire and delight, the Cannon Ball Run promises to be a highlight of your winter running calendar. After crossing the finish line, join us for a post-race celebration with food and drinks, making it the perfect way to wrap up the holiday season and embrace the new year. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating experience – mark your calendars for January 4th and get ready to run!
Organiser's Description
The _AMELIA ISLAND RUNNERS_ present the
Cannon Ball Run
Start your new running year off with a BANG!
January 4, 2025 on beautiful Amelia Island
Sunrise start at Main Beach Park, 32 N. Fletcher, Fernandina Beach, FL
Wrap up the holiday season and start your new year off right by joining the Amelia Island Runners for the inaugural Cannon Ball Run on scenic Amelia Island. The fun flat 5k and half marathon courses will take you through the sights of Amelia Island. The final miles of the half marathon course will take you through one of the most beautiful and historic roads through Ft. Clinch State Park, out past the cannons, and down to the finish line. The race will start and finish at the oceanfront Main Beach Park just steps from the sand.
This race marks the return of a winter race event hosted by the Amelia Island Runners, Inc (AIR). AIR has been the local running club on Amelia Island since 2004 and we are passionate about sharing our love of running Amelia Island. Following a short break after 10 years of staging the Reindeer Run, AIR is pleased to bring this new race to the island for locals, First Coast residents, and visitors to NE Florida.
PACKET PICK-UP-
Packet pick-up will be available in Jacksonville and on Amelia Island in advance of race day.
Runners are encouraged to pick-up their packets prior to race day to avoid delays at the event.
PICK UP TIMES:
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28TH NOON TO 5PM
First Place Sports , Jacksonville Baymeadows, San Marco, and Jax Beach locations. YOU MUST USE THE CONTACT US BUTTON ON YOUR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION PAGE AND MESSAGE US YOUR PICK UP LOCATION FOR THESE OPTIONS. THANK YOU.
THURSDAY JANUARY 2ND AND FRIDAY, JANUARY 3RD, 2025 NOON TO 5PM
Game Changers Running Company Amelia Island, 1881 S 14th St #5, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
SATURDAY, JANUARY 4TH 6:30AM AT MAIN BEACH PARK
Race day packet pick-up will be available at the event starting area. If possible, please pick up your packet in advance to save delays on race day.
COURSE INFO
The Cannon Ball Run course will be very similar to the route of the Reindeer Run that AIR was honored to stage for 10 years. The 5k and half-marathon course are primarily on paved city streets but both have a small segment through the Egans Creek greenway. This section is grass trail.
Course maps and details will be updated on the website by September 30, 2024.
TIME LIMIT
The course will close 3.5 hours after the start of the race.
AWARDS-
Medals will be awarded to each finisher.
Overall Male and Female and age group awards will also be presented.
Age group awards for the 5k will be in 10-year age categories. For example, women age 30-39.
Age group awards for the half-marathon will be in 5-year age categories. For example, women age 30-34.
FAQ
Parking Event parking is available in the parking lots around Main Beach Park and street parking is available in the residential areas north of the park. Please be respectful of private property and driveways and follow all traffic and parking laws. AIR is not responsible for damage, theft, or accidents.
Post Race Food and Drinks Please join us for the post-race celebration in the park. Food and beverages will be available to registered race participants.
Refunds/Transfers/Deferrals- We are unable to accommodate any transfers or deferrals. Absolutely no refunds.
Water stops Water stops will be available on both the 5k and half-marathon course. Water stops will be marked on the course map.
Port-a-Potties Port-a-Potties will be available at Main Beach Park and along both the 5k and half-marathon course. The location of these facilities will be provided on the course map. Main Beach Park has a public restroom.
Strollers Runners are allowed to push a stroller during the race. Please be mindful of other runners and start at an appropriate location for your pace.
Pets For your safety, pets are not allowed on the course.
Cannon Ball Run
Start your new running year off with a BANG!
January 4, 2025 on beautiful Amelia Island
Sunrise start at Main Beach Park, 32 N. Fletcher, Fernandina Beach, FL
Wrap up the holiday season and start your new year off right by joining the Amelia Island Runners for the inaugural Cannon Ball Run on scenic Amelia Island. The fun flat 5k and half marathon courses will take you through the sights of Amelia Island. The final miles of the half marathon course will take you through one of the most beautiful and historic roads through Ft. Clinch State Park, out past the cannons, and down to the finish line. The race will start and finish at the oceanfront Main Beach Park just steps from the sand.
This race marks the return of a winter race event hosted by the Amelia Island Runners, Inc (AIR). AIR has been the local running club on Amelia Island since 2004 and we are passionate about sharing our love of running Amelia Island. Following a short break after 10 years of staging the Reindeer Run, AIR is pleased to bring this new race to the island for locals, First Coast residents, and visitors to NE Florida.
PACKET PICK-UP-
Packet pick-up will be available in Jacksonville and on Amelia Island in advance of race day.
Runners are encouraged to pick-up their packets prior to race day to avoid delays at the event.
PICK UP TIMES:
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28TH NOON TO 5PM
First Place Sports , Jacksonville Baymeadows, San Marco, and Jax Beach locations. YOU MUST USE THE CONTACT US BUTTON ON YOUR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION PAGE AND MESSAGE US YOUR PICK UP LOCATION FOR THESE OPTIONS. THANK YOU.
THURSDAY JANUARY 2ND AND FRIDAY, JANUARY 3RD, 2025 NOON TO 5PM
Game Changers Running Company Amelia Island, 1881 S 14th St #5, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
SATURDAY, JANUARY 4TH 6:30AM AT MAIN BEACH PARK
Race day packet pick-up will be available at the event starting area. If possible, please pick up your packet in advance to save delays on race day.
COURSE INFO
The Cannon Ball Run course will be very similar to the route of the Reindeer Run that AIR was honored to stage for 10 years. The 5k and half-marathon course are primarily on paved city streets but both have a small segment through the Egans Creek greenway. This section is grass trail.
Course maps and details will be updated on the website by September 30, 2024.
TIME LIMIT
The course will close 3.5 hours after the start of the race.
AWARDS-
Medals will be awarded to each finisher.
Overall Male and Female and age group awards will also be presented.
Age group awards for the 5k will be in 10-year age categories. For example, women age 30-39.
Age group awards for the half-marathon will be in 5-year age categories. For example, women age 30-34.
FAQ
Parking Event parking is available in the parking lots around Main Beach Park and street parking is available in the residential areas north of the park. Please be respectful of private property and driveways and follow all traffic and parking laws. AIR is not responsible for damage, theft, or accidents.
Post Race Food and Drinks Please join us for the post-race celebration in the park. Food and beverages will be available to registered race participants.
Refunds/Transfers/Deferrals- We are unable to accommodate any transfers or deferrals. Absolutely no refunds.
Water stops Water stops will be available on both the 5k and half-marathon course. Water stops will be marked on the course map.
Port-a-Potties Port-a-Potties will be available at Main Beach Park and along both the 5k and half-marathon course. The location of these facilities will be provided on the course map. Main Beach Park has a public restroom.
Strollers Runners are allowed to push a stroller during the race. Please be mindful of other runners and start at an appropriate location for your pace.
Pets For your safety, pets are not allowed on the course.
Cannon Ball Run