Save the Manatee 5K

Race Overview

• Event: 23rd Annual Save the Manatee 5K
• Date: November 15, 2026
• Time: 8 a.m. ET
• Location: Blue Spring State Park, 2100 W. French Ave, Orange City, FL

Description

• Join us: Help save the manatee by participating in this worldwide event.
• Scenic Route: The race will go along the flat Spring-to-Spring Trail adjacent to the park.
• Awards: There will be awards for the top 3 male and female finishers.
• Family-friendly: This is a family- and dog-friendly event, suitable for all ages.

Virtual Participation

• Flexibility: Participate virtually from anywhere in the world on the date and time you choose.
• Activity options: Choose your distance and activity: run, walk, bike, swim, kayak, scuba, or hike.
• Registration perks: Includes Manatee Unisex Cotton/Polyester Blend T-shirt, finisher medal, and race bib.

Packet Pick-Up

• Early pick-up: Available at Front Running Sports in Lake Mary the week prior to the event.
• Race day pick-up: Opens at 6:30 a.m. at Blue Spring State Park.

Event Schedule Race Day

• 6:30 a.m.: Packet Pickup and Registration Opens
• 8:00 a.m.: Race Starts

Finisher Medal

• Custom medals: Finisher medals will be provided to all participants.

Kids

• Free gift: Children aged 12 and under can receive a free stuffed manatee at the race (in-person only).

Awards

• Overall awards: Top 3 overall male and female will receive awards.
• Age group medals: There will be medal tags for top 3 male and female in each age group.

Parking

• Location: Parking will be inside Blue Spring State Park.
• Fee: Park admission is included in the registration fee.

Proceeds

• Support: Proceeds support Save the Manatee Club.

Timing & Scoring

• Timing method: Race will be timed and scored with a disposable chip provided.
• Chip location: The chip will be attached to the back of the bib.

Registration Link

• Sign up here: Save the Manatee 5K Registration