Citrus Classic 5k

Saturday, March 8, 2025 Past event

7:30 AM EST

Vero Beach, Florida

$38.50 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Citrus Classic 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, in beautiful Vero Beach, Indian River. This vibrant event celebrates the rich history of the area's citrus industry, dating back to the late 1800s, where the fertile lands of Eastern Florida became renowned for producing the finest citrus in the world. Join fellow runners at 7:30 AM for a thrilling race experience that promises not only a scenic course but also a range of fantastic amenities.

Participants will enjoy finisher medals, stylish tri-blend shirts (available while supplies last), and unique citrus-themed awards. The race also features fun random giveaways for finishers and a special Citrus Industry Team Championship! With electronic timing, immediate results, and plenty of refreshments along the route, the Citrus Classic 5K is designed to provide an exceptional experience for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a lively community event—register now and be part of the Citrus Classic legacy!

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Citrus Classic 5k

Incl. $3.50 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

Age-Based Pricing will be applied at checkout. $5 Off for No Shirt Option $5 Off for No Medal Option

7:30 AM EST

$38.50

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VIRTUAL Citrus Classic 5k
Virtual

Incl. $3.50 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

Age-Based Pricing will be applied at checkout. $5 Off for No Shirt Option $5 Off for No Medal Option

7:30 AM EST

$38.50

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Organiser's description

CITRUS CLASSIC 5K

DATE: SATURDAY, MARCH 8TH, 2025

TIME: 7:30 AM

THE CITRUS CLASSIC 5K CELEBRATES THE RICH HISTORY OF VERO BEACH AND THE INDIAN RIVER CITRUS' INDUSTRY AND LEGACY. IN THE LATE 1800'S, EARLY FLORIDA SETTLERS BEGAN THE COMMERCIAL CULTIVATION OF CITRUS AND AN INDUSTRY WAS BORN. INDIAN RIVER LAGOON COUNTRY, WHICH IS ALONG THE MIDDLE OF THE EASTERN COAST OF FLORIDA, PROVED TO BE THE PRIME LOCATION FOR GROWING THE FINEST CITRUS IN THE WORLD.

RACE AMENITIES:

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FINISHER MEDALS OR SAVE $5 WITH NO MEDAL OPTION

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TRI-BLEND SHIRTS FOR PARTICIPANTS (NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 2/9)

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FUN CITRUS THEMED AWARDS

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RANDOM GIVEAWAYS TO FINISHERS

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SEPARATE CITRUS INDUSTRY TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP!

RUNNING ZONE SERIES AMENITIES

OUR SERIES RACES PROVIDES PARTICIPANTS WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE INCLUDING:

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PLENTY OF FLUIDS ALONG THE COURSE AND FINISH AREA

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SPLIT CLOCKS AT EACH MILE AND DIRECTIONAL MARKERS

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ELECTRONIC TIMING WITH IMMEDIATE RESULTS

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FINISHER CERTIFICATES & FINISH LINE VIDEO

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UNIQUE RACE-THEMED AWARDS

PARTICIPATE IN ALL FOUR RACE SERIES EVENTS AND GET A RUN VERO RACE SERIES ITEM! (SEE MORE INFORMATION ON OUR SERIES PAGE). ALL EVENTS HAVE A VIRTUAL OPTION. PARTICIPATION AND SUBMISSION OF RESULTS MAINTAIN ELIGIBILITY FOR 4 RACE SERIES ITEM.

FEES

(ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE.)

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INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION: $35 ($40 RACE DAY)

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KIDS REGISTRATION: $20 ($25 RACE DAY)

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$5 OFF FOR NO SHIRT OPTION!

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$5 OFF FOR NO MEDAL OPTION!

DOGS

WE LOVE OUR FURRY FRIENDS. HOWEVER, DUE TO RACE PERMITTING AND INSURANCE, DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS ARE PROHIBITED AT OUR RACE UNLESS IT IS AN ADA SERVICE ANIMAL. IF YOU BRING YOUR PUP AND THEY ARE NOT AN ADA SERVICE ANIMAL, WE WILL KINDLY ASK YOU TO LEAVE THE RACE SITE AND TAKE YOUR FUR BABY HOME.