Retro Run 5k
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Ocala, Florida
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a blast from the past at the 4th Annual Retro Run 5k on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in beautiful downtown Ocala, Marion! This exciting evening race kicks off at 7:00 PM, inviting participants to lace up their Chuck Taylors and don their favorite retro running gear, including those classic short shorts. The Retro Run is not only a chance to showcase your style but also the first event in the thrilling Run Ocala Race Series.
Participants can enjoy a memorable experience filled with camaraderie, competition, and fun awards, including prizes for overall winners, masters, and the top three finishers in various age groups, ranging from 9 and under to 75 and over. Plus, don't forget the special prize for the fastest runner in Chuck Taylor shoes! If you want to ensure you receive a race shirt, be sure to register by August 10th.
Mark your calendars and join the festivities in Ocala, where nostalgia meets fitness in an unforgettable evening of running!
Participants can enjoy a memorable experience filled with camaraderie, competition, and fun awards, including prizes for overall winners, masters, and the top three finishers in various age groups, ranging from 9 and under to 75 and over. Plus, don't forget the special prize for the fastest runner in Chuck Taylor shoes! If you want to ensure you receive a race shirt, be sure to register by August 10th.
Mark your calendars and join the festivities in Ocala, where nostalgia meets fitness in an unforgettable evening of running!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 4th Annual Retro Run 5k taking place in downtown Ocala. This race will take place on the evening of 8/16. Break out your Chuck Taylors and your Short Shorts for the first race of the Run Ocala Race Series.
Start Time: 7:00 pm
PACKET PICKUP
Date: Friday, August 15th
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: The Running Elements 29 NE 1st Ave, Suite E Ocala, FL 34470
T-Shirt Register by 8/10 to guarantee your race shirt
AWARDS
Overall
Overall Masters
Top 3 Age Group
9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74 and 75 AND OVER
Best Dressed Dress in your favorite old-school running outfit.
Fastest 5k in Chucks Blisters be damned, the fastest 5k in Chucks (or similar canvas shoes) will be eligible for a special prize!
*A Run Florida Run featured event* [https://runfloridarun.com/event/retro-run-5k/]
NO DOG POLICY FOR OUR 5K RACES
We love dogs and understand they are part of the family, but unfortunately, we cannot permit them to participate in our 5K races. This policy is in place because our event insurance does not cover the participation of dogs, and we must prioritize the safety and well-being of all participants, both human and canine.
KEY POINTS OF THE POLICY:
* NO DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE: For safety and liability reasons, dogs are not permitted to accompany runners or walkers during the race.
* SPECTATOR PETS: Well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome to spectate along the sidelines, provided they remain under control and do not enter the race course.
* SERVICE ANIMALS: Registered service animals are, of course, an exception to this rule, as they are covered under legal protections.
* ALTERNATIVE PARTICIPATION OPTIONS: If youre looking for a dog-friendly race experience, please let us know, and we can share recommendations for other events in the area that welcome canine companions.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and enjoyable race for everyone involved!
Start Time: 7:00 pm
PACKET PICKUP
Date: Friday, August 15th
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: The Running Elements 29 NE 1st Ave, Suite E Ocala, FL 34470
T-Shirt Register by 8/10 to guarantee your race shirt
AWARDS
Overall
Overall Masters
Top 3 Age Group
9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74 and 75 AND OVER
Best Dressed Dress in your favorite old-school running outfit.
Fastest 5k in Chucks Blisters be damned, the fastest 5k in Chucks (or similar canvas shoes) will be eligible for a special prize!
*A Run Florida Run featured event* [https://runfloridarun.com/event/retro-run-5k/]
NO DOG POLICY FOR OUR 5K RACES
We love dogs and understand they are part of the family, but unfortunately, we cannot permit them to participate in our 5K races. This policy is in place because our event insurance does not cover the participation of dogs, and we must prioritize the safety and well-being of all participants, both human and canine.
KEY POINTS OF THE POLICY:
* NO DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE: For safety and liability reasons, dogs are not permitted to accompany runners or walkers during the race.
* SPECTATOR PETS: Well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome to spectate along the sidelines, provided they remain under control and do not enter the race course.
* SERVICE ANIMALS: Registered service animals are, of course, an exception to this rule, as they are covered under legal protections.
* ALTERNATIVE PARTICIPATION OPTIONS: If youre looking for a dog-friendly race experience, please let us know, and we can share recommendations for other events in the area that welcome canine companions.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and enjoyable race for everyone involved!
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