Salute to Steve Prefontaine 5K and Mile
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Tallahassee, Florida
- Price $20.00 - $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Salute to Steve Prefontaine 5K and Mile on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in beautiful Tallahassee, Leon! This exciting event pays tribute to the legendary American runner Steve Prefontaine, who inspired countless athletes with his motto, "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the race features a challenging 5K course that begins with a half-mile uphill, leading participants through stunning single-track trails surrounded by tall longleaf pines. Runners will tackle steep hills reminiscent of Prefontaine's own mountainous training routes, finishing strong at the trailhead after an exhilarating ascent.
The event also includes a fun one-mile loop that features a portion of the scenic single-track, perfect for runners and walkers alike. Participants can look forward to unique awards, including custom Salute to Steve Prefontaine Bib Boards for the top three finishers in each age group. Plus, don't miss the chance to showcase your spirit at the post-race awards and party, including a Steve Prefontaine dress-alike contest! Mark your calendars for a day of running, camaraderie, and celebration in honor of a true running icon!
The event also includes a fun one-mile loop that features a portion of the scenic single-track, perfect for runners and walkers alike. Participants can look forward to unique awards, including custom Salute to Steve Prefontaine Bib Boards for the top three finishers in each age group. Plus, don't miss the chance to showcase your spirit at the post-race awards and party, including a Steve Prefontaine dress-alike contest! Mark your calendars for a day of running, camaraderie, and celebration in honor of a true running icon!
Organiser's Description
To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift Steve Prefontaine
Steve Prefontaine is often thought of as the greatest American runner. At the time of his death in 1975, he held every American record from the 2000M to 10000M. Thousands upon thousands of fans flock to Pres Trail and Pres Rock in Oregon every year to pay homage to Pre and his love of running and doing his best.
Dave Rogers started the GWTC Salute to Steve Prefontaine Forest Run in 1976, the year after Pre's accident.
This year, to celebrate 50 years of this race, Gulf Winds Track Club salutes Steve Prefontaine with the 5K and 1 Mile race at the J.R. Alford Greenway with most of the race on the new single track trails and a special 50th anniversary shirt. Custom Salute to Steve Prefontaine Bib Boards will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group.
Pre was famous for living on top of a mountain and every day running up it. This course is built to honor Pre's daily run.
The 5K course starts with a full half-mile uphill and after about 3/4 of a mile you enter a single-track trail, where you twist, turn, and see long-leaf pines and beautiful nature, but not too many roots, for the rest of the race. The final mile is something that Pre would love. It includes two separate steep hills, finishing at the top back at the trailhead after a 1/4 mile hill.
The 1 mile race features a loop that also includes a portion of single-track.
A Steve Prefontaine dress-alike contest is part of the post-race awards and party.
The Mile run/walk will begin at 8:00am. The 5K will begin at 8:30am.
Steve Prefontaine is often thought of as the greatest American runner. At the time of his death in 1975, he held every American record from the 2000M to 10000M. Thousands upon thousands of fans flock to Pres Trail and Pres Rock in Oregon every year to pay homage to Pre and his love of running and doing his best.
Dave Rogers started the GWTC Salute to Steve Prefontaine Forest Run in 1976, the year after Pre's accident.
This year, to celebrate 50 years of this race, Gulf Winds Track Club salutes Steve Prefontaine with the 5K and 1 Mile race at the J.R. Alford Greenway with most of the race on the new single track trails and a special 50th anniversary shirt. Custom Salute to Steve Prefontaine Bib Boards will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group.
Pre was famous for living on top of a mountain and every day running up it. This course is built to honor Pre's daily run.
The 5K course starts with a full half-mile uphill and after about 3/4 of a mile you enter a single-track trail, where you twist, turn, and see long-leaf pines and beautiful nature, but not too many roots, for the rest of the race. The final mile is something that Pre would love. It includes two separate steep hills, finishing at the top back at the trailhead after a 1/4 mile hill.
The 1 mile race features a loop that also includes a portion of single-track.
A Steve Prefontaine dress-alike contest is part of the post-race awards and party.
The Mile run/walk will begin at 8:00am. The 5K will begin at 8:30am.
Races
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Prefontaine Mile
Incl. Race T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$20.00
CLOSED -
Prefontaine 5K
Incl. Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$25.00
CLOSED
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