Upcoming Events
Conquer Cancer Run/Walk
11/15/2025
Join us on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Rowlett Park from 8 AM to 1 PM for a family-friendly event supporting initiatives for all cancer types. Stand in solidarity with our community and raise vital awareness.
Participate in the Conquer Cancer Walk/Run, a vital event dedicated to raising crucial funds for a wide range of cancer programs. Together, we can make a meaningful difference!
Get ready to lace up those running shoes for the Conquer Cancer Walk/Run, supporting diverse cancer initiatives. This exciting event welcomes participants of all skill levels for a 1-mile kids fun run, a 2K, and a 5K run and walk—all in support of this significant cause. By participating, you’ll enjoy a day of fitness while contributing to improving the lives of cancer patients and their families. Rowlett Park, with its beautiful trails and scenic views, is the perfect setting for this inspiring gathering. Take advantage of free parking around the park, and feel free to bring your strollers! Join us as we step together toward a brighter, healthier future, proving that every step and every dollar can create a powerful impact in the fight against cancer.
I Run for Jim 5k
11/15/2025
Come out and Run for Jim!! Bring the whole family. This 5k is a beautiful tribute to our friend Jim Schoff who sadly and unexpectedly passed away leaving behind a wife and 2 young children. Join us in Jim’s celebration of life with an amazing run through Payne Park in downtown Sarasota. Or join us virtually! After the run we welcome all friends and family to stay and spend time together. Anyone who would like to speak is welcome. Share stories and memories of our beloved friend. We Run for Jim.
And all proceeds will be donated to the American Heart Association.
Finn’s Fighters 5th Annual Superhero 5k and Family Fun
11/16/2025
Unleash Your Inner Hero at the 5th Annual Finn’s Fighters Superhero 5K! 🦸♂️💛🏃♀️
Get ready to suit up and save the day! The Finn’s Fighters 5K is BACK — and we’re returning to our roots with the Superhero theme that started it all. Join us at Al Lopez Park for a chip-timed 5K and family-friendly stroller roll, all to benefit the programs of Finn’s Fighters.
In memory of sweet Finn, our mission is to support to families in Tampa Bay facing a pediatric cancer diagnosis. This year’s race is more meaningful than ever as we continue to grow our mental health support program, helping fund dedicated therapists for children and families navigating the toughest battles.
✨ Bring your capes, your super strength, and your community spirit — because every step you take helps families right here in Tampa Bay.
RUN Manatee – Rye Preserve 5K
11/22/2025
The RUN Manatee 5k series offers THREE adventures to celebrate ONE community. Participants will discover Manatee County’s parks, beaches and preserves… on the run! The final event of the series will be held on Saturday, November 22nd at Rye Preserve in Parrish, FL. The 5K run/walk presented by Run with Purpose Nutrition will allow runners to explore this beautiful slice of old Florida on mixed terrain. The preserve’s trail system leads visitors through four distinctive ecosystems, including sand pine scrub, xeric oak scrub, oak hammocks and the river community. Look closely for a glimpse of the variety of interesting creatures that can be seen in these areas including the rare gopher tortoise and Florida scrub-jay.
Warm up will be provided by a local fitness trainer, and yoga cooldown by Operation Warrior Resolution. Participants of all age and activity levels are welcome to this day of fitness, food and family fun! Grab a healthy breakfast/lunch or shop local vendors in the marketplace.. there’s plenty to do even if you’re not running!
Junior League of Sarasota – Strides for Sarasota 5k
11/23/2025
Join the Junior League of Sarasota for our 1st Annual – Strides for Sarasota 5K Walk/Run. Proceeds from this event will help fund the Junior League of Sarasota and the various charities we support. Our signature focus is to support and assist the youth of the foster care system in Sarasota County by helping them obtain the life skills and education necessary to become self-sufficient, successful, and empowered by members of our community.
The Starfish Foundation Turkey Trot 5k
11/27/2025
Come out and join us for our 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run while we support the STARFISH Foundation in Hernando County; bridging the gap so that all can access mental health services.
All participants will receive a race shirt and a medal at the finish line.
VeloSano Florida for the Cure
3/28/2026
For everyone who wants to end cancer, VeloSano, Latin for “swift cure,” is a global fundraising movement for hope and action, created to swiftly enable the treatments of today and the cures of tomorrow through innovative, transformative research happening at Cleveland Clinic locations around the world.
Whether you walk, run, or ride, you can help advance lifesaving research and make a lasting impact. Together, we can make a powerful difference in the fight against cancer!
Choose the activity right for you and register today to join us on March 28th at The Fort in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Cresent City Catfish 5k
4/4/2026
This event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Crescent City’s Catfish Festival. Proceeds from this event will to support the Crescent City Rotary Club’s “Dollars for Scholars”. All participants will recieve a beautiful and unique t-shirt, finisher’s medal, goody bag, and post-race refreshments. Availability and size of shirts only guaranteed to those who register by March 20, 2026.