Citrus Classic 5k
Saturday, March 11 – Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Past event
7:30 AM EST
Vero Beach, Florida
$35.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at the Citrus Classic 5K, happening on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, in the beautiful Vero Beach, Indian River! This vibrant event celebrates the rich history of the local citrus industry, dating back to the late 1800s when early Florida settlers began cultivating citrus commercially. The race kicks off at 7:30 AM, inviting runners of all ages to experience the stunning scenery of Indian River Lagoon Country, known for producing some of the finest citrus in the world.
Participants will enjoy a fantastic race day filled with fun amenities, including finisher medals, tri-blend shirts (while supplies last), and exciting citrus-themed awards. There will also be random giveaways and a special Citrus Industry Team Championship! With plenty of hydration stations and electronic timing for immediate results, the Citrus Classic 5K promises an exceptional experience for all. Don't miss your chance to participate in this unforgettable event and immerse yourself in the citrus legacy while enjoying a run through this picturesque setting!
Participants will enjoy a fantastic race day filled with fun amenities, including finisher medals, tri-blend shirts (while supplies last), and exciting citrus-themed awards. There will also be random giveaways and a special Citrus Industry Team Championship! With plenty of hydration stations and electronic timing for immediate results, the Citrus Classic 5K promises an exceptional experience for all. Don't miss your chance to participate in this unforgettable event and immerse yourself in the citrus legacy while enjoying a run through this picturesque setting!
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Citrus Classic 5k
Includes Unisex T-Shirt
Entries closedSaturday, Mar 11, 2023 (7:30 AM EST)
$35.00
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VIRTUAL Citrus Classic 5k
VirtualIncludes Unisex T-Shirt
Entries closedSaturday, Mar 11, 2023 (7:30 AM EST)
$35.00
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)
*
FUN CITRUS THEMED AWARDS
*
RANDOM GIVEAWAYS TO FINISHERS
*
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
*
SPLIT CLOCKS AT EACH MILE AND DIRECTIONAL MARKERS
*
ELECTRONIC TIMING WITH IMMEDIATE RESULTS
*
FINISHER CERTIFICATES & FINISH LINE VIDEO
*
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)
*
KIDS REGISTRATION: $20 ($25 RACE DAY)
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$5 OFF FOR NO SHIRT OPTION!
*
$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.
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:
*
FINISHER MEDALS OR SAVE $5 WITH NO MEDAL OPTION
*
TRI-BLEND SHIRTS FOR PARTICIPANTS (NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 2/9)
*
FUN CITRUS THEMED AWARDS
*
RANDOM GIVEAWAYS TO FINISHERS
*
SEPARATE CITRUS INDUSTRY TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP!
RUNNING ZONE SERIES AMENITIES
OUR SERIES RACES PROVIDES PARTICIPANTS WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE INCLUDING:
*
PLENTY OF FLUIDS ALONG THE COURSE AND FINISH AREA
*
SPLIT CLOCKS AT EACH MILE AND DIRECTIONAL MARKERS
*
ELECTRONIC TIMING WITH IMMEDIATE RESULTS
*
FINISHER CERTIFICATES & FINISH LINE VIDEO
*
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.)
*
INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION: $35 ($40 RACE DAY)
*
KIDS REGISTRATION: $20 ($25 RACE DAY)
*
$5 OFF FOR NO SHIRT OPTION!
*
$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.
Location
Pocahontas Park, 2140 14th Ave, Vero Beach, 32960, FL, United States
Citrus Classic 5k
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