RAPTOR RUN 3K

Raptor Run 3K Overview

Raptor Run 3K presented by the St. Augustine Alligator Farm

BENEFICIARY: TBD local wildlife conservation organization

About The Alligator Farm Foundation

The mission of the Alligator Farm Foundation is to promote and support conservation, research, and education as they relate to animals in the wild and under human care. Our goal is to provide support to organizations and individuals who are pursuing these areas in an effective and efficient manner.

Event Details

WHEN: Sunday, March 1, 2026 - 8:00 AM

Entry Fees

• Early Registration: $35 (December 10 - January 18)
• Pre-Race Registration: $40 (January 19 - February 28)
• Race Day Registration: $45

Schedule of Events

• Pre-Race Registration: February 27th, 2026, 12 - 4 PM at the Anastasia Island Conservation Center (St. Augustine Alligator Farm, just north of the main entrance)
• Race Day Registration: March 1st, 2026, 6:00 - 7:45 AM at St. Augustine Alligator Farm
• Race Start: March 1st, 2026 - 8:00 AM
• Registration Cap: 500 entries

Cancellation Policy

There are no refunds. In the event of inclement weather, emergency or a natural disaster, the Alligator Farm reserves the right to cancel or postpone the race. In the event of cancellation or postponement, there will be no refunds.

Race Day Vendor Fun

TBD sponsors and local conservation organizations

Sponsors

• Whitney Lab Sea Turtle Center
• The Bailey Group
• Hybrid Design
• The NOC
• Old City PR
• Pet Paradise St. Augustine
• ServiceProsUSA
• Blackfly Restaurant

Course Information

Runners and walkers are welcome as we start this event at the world-famous St. Augustine Alligator Farm, on Anastasia Island, run through the neighborhood of Davis Shores, and finish back at the Alligator Farm. Strollers and costumes are allowed. Children must run or walk the entire course on their own feet to register and receive a medal and race shirt.

There will be water stations at the start, 1 mile, and finish. A digital time clock will be viewable at the finish. The course is a 3K USATF Certified Course # FL20012JK.

Parking

There will be free parking at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm for the entire day. The start and finish of the race will be at the Alligator Farm.

Awards

Overall Male and Female finishers and the top three runners in the following age groups: 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 and older. Overall and age group award ceremony will be held by 9:00 AM race day. Special awards provided to overall winners and some prizes may be awarded randomly!

Race Swag

Beautiful and unique t-shirt, robust finisher's medal, post-race refreshments, and a comped child’s admission ticket to the Alligator Farm for every adult ticket purchase. Shirt availability and size only guaranteed to those who register by February 19, 2026.

Race Timing and Scoring

The race will be professionally timed and scored by RaceSmith, Inc. The race will be timed using disposable, electronic tags attached to the bib number. Please wear your bib number to the front, pinned at all four corners, visible, and unaltered. Printed results will be posted at the race site and live online during the race at www.RaceSmith.com.

Contact Information

Email: ganderson@alligatorfarm.com or education@alligatorfarm.com

More Information

For additional details about the race, visit the official page: Raptor Run 3K.