Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5k | Sarasota, Florida | 5k Run & Walk

Where

Sarasota, FL

When

Saturday

December 12, 2026

Start Time

5:45 PM

THE PREMIUM RUNNING EXPERIENCE

WHAT YOU GET!

5K
STARTING AT

$49

FAMILY & GROUPS
STARTING AT

$46

Race Weekend Info

Packet pickup, parking, directions, and race night details for the Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K.

Packet Pickup

Race Day Packet Pickup

Race day packet pickup is available from 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM.

Pickup Location

Packet pickup will be held at Nathan Benderson Park.

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Directions

Race Location

The event takes place at Nathan Benderson Park, located at 5851 Nathan Benderson Park Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235.

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Race Night Schedule

National Anthem and pre-race instructions start at 5:35 PM. The 5K starts at 5:45 PM.

Parking & Restrooms

Parking

Nathan Benderson Park will charge $15 to park inside the park.

Arrive Early

Please arrive early enough to park, pick up your packet, use the restroom, and get to the start area before pre-race instructions begin at 5:35 PM.

Restrooms

Restrooms will be available near the race area at Nathan Benderson Park.

Athlete Guide

Released Race Week

The athlete guide gets released the week of the event.

Review Before Race Day

The athlete guide includes important race day information, including schedule details, parking notes, packet pickup reminders, course information, and event rules.

Course & Aid Stations

View the Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K course map, aid station details, and course records.

Course Map

Interactive Course Map

View the Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K course map before race night.

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Aid Stations

Water Station

There will be a water station on the course for runners.

Race Night Preparation

Runners should arrive hydrated and prepared for Florida race night conditions.

Walkers

Walkers Welcome

Walkers are welcome at the Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K.

Course Records

View Course Records

Select gender and age group to view Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K course records.

Swag & Awards

Finisher medals, event apparel, and everything waiting for you at the finish line.

Finisher Medal

Every finisher receives a finisher medal after crossing the finish line.

Medal Engraving

Personalized engraving on the back of your medal will be available at the event.

Tech Shirts & Tanks

Tech Shirts & Cotton Tanks

Participants receive high-quality event apparel, with technical t-shirts designed for comfort and performance and soft cotton tank tops available as a stylish option.

Sizes & Availability

Please arrive early at packet pickup to help secure your preferred size and style. Shirt sizes and styles are not guaranteed, even if you selected a preference during registration.

Awards

Finisher Awards

All finishers receive a medal.

Tracking, Results & Photos

Follow runners live, view race results, and access Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K race night media.

Live Tracking App

Elite Events Tracker App

The Elite Events Tracker App allows friends and family to follow participants during the event.

Track A Runner

Download the app, select the Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K, then search by participant name or bib number.

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Live Results

Real-Time Results

Live results are available through the Elite Events Tracker App as participants finish.

Finish Results

Participants can view their finish time and results through the event tracking and results system after finishing.

Photos & Videos

Race Photos

The Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K includes race photos as part of the premium race experience. Please allow a few days for photographers to edit and process photos after the event.

Race Videos

Race night videos may also be available through the event media and tracking system after the race. Please allow a few days for videos to be processed and uploaded after the event.

Hotels & Sarasota Experience

Make the Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K more than a race — turn it into a Sarasota race night getaway.

Hotels

Hotel Information

Hotel information and available hotel deals will be listed on the Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K website when available.

Stay Near The Race

The race takes place at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida. Staying near the park or in Sarasota can make race night easier and more convenient.

Sarasota Race Night

Sarasota offers beaches, restaurants, shopping, arts, museums, and Gulf Coast attractions for a full race weekend experience.

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Sarasota Racecation

Destination Race Weekend

Sarasota is a great destination for a race weekend with beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, restaurants, shopping, arts, and outdoor activities.

Nathan Benderson Park

The event takes place at Nathan Benderson Park, an award-winning venue featuring a 400-acre lake and world-class rowing facilities.

Make A Weekend Out Of It

Bring family or friends and enjoy Sarasota before or after race night.

Things To Do

Before Or After The Race

Popular Sarasota activities include relaxing on the beach, enjoying Gulf Coast restaurants, exploring local shops, kayaking or paddleboarding, and visiting nearby parks and attractions.

Nearby Attractions

Race weekend visitors can also explore places like St. Armands Circle, The Ringling Museum, downtown Sarasota, and the Sarasota Gulf Coast area.

Relax & Recover

After finishing your race, enjoy the Sarasota atmosphere and turn your finish-line celebration into a full Gulf Coast weekend.

At Elite Events, we pride ourselves not only on the exceptional quality of our finisher medals and race shirts, but also on our commitment to giving back to the community. Annually, we donate thousands of dollars to local school groups, making a tangible impact on the lives of our local students. By choosing to participate in one of our events, you are actively supporting our future generation. Your registration makes a difference!