FTC Archer Braid Trail 5k & 10k
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Archer, Florida
- Price $23.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the FTC Archer Braid Trail 5k & 10k, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the charming town of Archer, Alachua. This exciting event invites runners of all skill levels to experience the beauty of one of Gainesville's most picturesque paved trails. The race kicks off at 8 a.m. at the Archer Braid Trailhead, offering a flat and fast out-and-back course that meanders through tranquil countryside. Participants can look forward to a hydration stop with water and Gatorade at the 5K turnaround, ensuring that everyone stays refreshed and energized. With professional timing for accurate results and awards for overall winners and the top three finishers in each 10-year age group, this is an event you won't want to miss!
Parking is available at the grass lot by the Archer Community Center, conveniently located just a few blocks from the start line. For Florida Track Club members, registration is free, while non-members can participate for just $20. With nine free races and discounted entries throughout the year, joining the club is a fantastic opportunity for avid runners. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant spring event!
Parking is available at the grass lot by the Archer Community Center, conveniently located just a few blocks from the start line. For Florida Track Club members, registration is free, while non-members can participate for just $20. With nine free races and discounted entries throughout the year, joining the club is a fantastic opportunity for avid runners. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant spring event!
Organiser's Description
RUN THE ARCHER BRAID TRAIL!
WERE HEADING BACK TO THE SOUTHWEST SOUTHWEST ALACHUA COUNTY, THAT IS! THE ARCHER BRAID 5K & 10K RETURNS THIS SPRING, INVITING RUNNERS OF ALL LEVELS TO ENJOY A FLAT, FAST COURSE ALONG ONE OF GAINESVILLES MOST SCENIC PAVED TRAILS.
The race begins at 8 a.m. at the Archer Braid Trailhead in Archer, with both distances following a smooth out-and-back route through quiet countryside. Youll find a hydration stop with water and Gatorade at the 5K turnaround, and every race is professionally timed for accurate results.
Awards for overall winners and the top three finishers in each 10-year age group.
Parking: Available in the grass lot by the Archer Community Center (16671 SW 137th Ave, Archer, FL 32618), just a few blocks from the start line.
Free for Florida Track Club members
$20 for non-members and with nine free races and discounted entries throughout the year, it just makes sense to join!
Join the club or learn more at FloridaTrackClub.org [https://floridatrackclub.wildapricot.org/]
WERE HEADING BACK TO THE SOUTHWEST SOUTHWEST ALACHUA COUNTY, THAT IS! THE ARCHER BRAID 5K & 10K RETURNS THIS SPRING, INVITING RUNNERS OF ALL LEVELS TO ENJOY A FLAT, FAST COURSE ALONG ONE OF GAINESVILLES MOST SCENIC PAVED TRAILS.
The race begins at 8 a.m. at the Archer Braid Trailhead in Archer, with both distances following a smooth out-and-back route through quiet countryside. Youll find a hydration stop with water and Gatorade at the 5K turnaround, and every race is professionally timed for accurate results.
Awards for overall winners and the top three finishers in each 10-year age group.
Parking: Available in the grass lot by the Archer Community Center (16671 SW 137th Ave, Archer, FL 32618), just a few blocks from the start line.
Free for Florida Track Club members
$20 for non-members and with nine free races and discounted entries throughout the year, it just makes sense to join!
Join the club or learn more at FloridaTrackClub.org [https://floridatrackclub.wildapricot.org/]
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