🏃♂️ Race Overview
The all new fall colors of our HOPS runner medals have arrived for the holiday runs at HOB Brewing Company in downtown Dunedin so pick your favorite new color at the finish line and pick your distance now 5K 10K or 15K on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.
📍 Location
- Venue: HOB Brewing Company
- Address: 941 Huntley Avenue, Dunedin, FL 34698
- Event Open: For all ages and levels of ability
- Dog Friendly: Yes, bring your furry friend!
🎟️ Registration Information
Register early as the price increases closer to the race in an attempt to slow down registrations as we approach the sell out for each race date.
- Included: Finisher’s medal, RUN FLORIDA promotional t-shirt, free draft craft beer from HOB Brewing post race
- Course: Timed and accurate, fully paved and permitted
- Support: Intersections are policed by PCSO and trained adult volunteers
- Registration: Visit 727CanRace.com
📝 Pre-Race Details
An email is sent to all participants by NOON the day before the race with your assigned bib number and other important details. If you don’t receive it, please text 727-CAN-RACE.
- Email Confirmation: Check for your bib number and waiver
- Waivers: Must be signed and presented on race day
- Packet Pickup: No pickups prior to race day
- Check-In: Expedite by bringing signed waivers
🚗 Parking and Start Line Procedure
Parking is free at the Artisan Parking Garage, 356 Monroe Street, Dunedin, FL 34698.
- Walk: To HOB Brewing Company after parking
- Gathering Area: Remain at HOB until called to the start line
- Start Process: Follow Suzanne to your specific start line
- Course Details: 10K is a 2 loop course, and 15K follows the 5K route
🏅 Race Day Procedures
Please note that you are responsible for your safety on the course. Your bib must be displayed on the front for timing and safety purposes.
- Timing: Recorded using RaceSplitter Timing System
- Safety: Abide by 4 way stops at intersections
- Sound Devices: Limited, for your safety
- Finish Line: Finisher’s medals awarded, top finisher frames available
🍻 Post-Race Experience
Enjoy your time after completing the race with free beer for participants over 21 and food options in the area.
- Free Beer: Must pick up your armband at check-in
- Bag Check: Available for convenience
- Snacks: Only light snacks are provided at the venue
- Local Dining: Explore Dunedin’s downtown for great food and drinks
💌 Community and Support
Thanks for being a part of running in Dunedin, always benefiting our local teens. Remember to thank volunteers and participants.
- Questions: Email Suzanne at XanaduRaceManagement@gmail.com
- Event Partners: Suzanne and Mike Mannino
- Event Website: Downtown Dunedin Holiday Race
- Community Impact: Proceeds support local teams and community initiatives