FITFest 2023 will be held on Saturday, February 18th at the NEST at Robinson Preserve in Bradenton, FL. This event is an outdoor showcase of local businesses and provides an introduction to the area’s popular fitness and healthy lifestyle opportunities.
This day is all about community: bringing together a bootcamp, a 5K run/walk coordinated by Weatherwood Races and benefitting Operation Warrior Resolution.
Following the mainstage events, you can choose your own adventure by partaking in other scheduled workshops/specialty classes.
From Mr. Bongos DJing on the main stage to lawn activities, grab a snack, or shopping local vendors, there’s plenty to do when you’re not on your mat. All activity levels are welcome to this day of fitness, music, and fun!
Event entry and all classes are free but a waiver/wristband is required.
Registration fee is REQUIRED to participate in 5K & 1mi walk/stroll.
Event schedule
- Fri, February 17, 2023 2:00 PM - Packet Pick Up - Day 1
- Sat, February 18, 2023 7:00 AM - Check In Opens
- Sat, February 18, 2023 7:00 AM - Bootcamp
- Sat, February 18, 2023 7:45 AM - 5K Begins
- Sat, February 18, 2023 8:45 AM - 5K Awards
- Sat, February 18, 2023 9:00 AM - Course Open for 1 Mile
- Sat, February 18, 2023 9:00 AM - Workshop 1
- Sat, February 18, 2023 10:00 AM - Workshop 2
- Sat, February 18, 2023 11:00 AM - Workshop 3
- Sat, February 18, 2023 12:00 PM - Event Ends
Registration fees
FITFest 5K Closed
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WATER STATION at the 1.5 mile mark of the 5K and post race water will be provided at the finish line. PACKET PICK-UP: Friday 2/17 from 2pm - 6pm & Saturday 2/18 beginning at 6:30am Location The Nest at Robinson Preserve Each participant must pick up and sign their own waiver. RACE DAY: Please plan to arrive for the 5K run by 7:00am.
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FITFest 1 Mile Walk & Stroll Closed
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1 Mile Walk or Stroll (Strollers are welcome) between 7am-12pm, except during 5K set up. PACKET PICK-UP: Friday 2/17 from 2pm - 6pm. Location The Nest at Robinson Preserve Each participant must pick up and sign their own waiver.
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FITFest Bootcamp Closed
A dynamic boot camp workout - Bradenton Boot Camp & Fitness offers the best group training program in town! It’s fun, affordable, modified to your personal needs and abilities, and delivers great results — guaranteed! Everyone from beginner to fitness veteran is welcome. Our space is non-judgmental and allows you to start at your own pace. Through positive support, encouragement, and healthy dose of fire, our coaches will help you become the very best version of yourself you can be! $10 shirt option during registration
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FITFest Yoga Experience Closed
Due to unforeseen circumstances our yoga workshop has been cancelled. Please check out one of our other great workshops offered!
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Register today for the FITFest 1 Mile Walk & Stroll
A beautiful, scenic 1-mile course through the Robinson Preserve
Family-friendly exercise event for all FITFest attendees. Strollers & Leashed Dogs welcome.
Check in at WeatherWood Race Tent and Start your walk or stroll
Open from 8 am and 12 pm during FITFest Manatee
Register to participate.
The 5K route will take you through Robinson Preserve Expansion. Beginning at the NEST, participants will walk, run or stroll around waterways, over wooden bridges and up a scenic rise to look out over Tampa Bay. The terrain throughout this popular expansion of Robinson Preserve consists of sand, crushed shell and rubberized trails.
WATER STATION at the 1.5 mile mark of the 5K and post race at the finish line.
CAUTION: Trails are maintained but preserved in their natural state. You may find uneven surfaces, leaves, branches, roots and other elements typical of this type of environment. Please wear appropriate closed-toe footwear and exercise outdoor-activity caution.
Due to unforeseen circumstances our yoga workshop has been cancelled. Please stay and enjoy one of our other free workshops!
Take Exit 220 from I-75 and head West. Follow Manatee Ave W. to 75th St W. Turn right on 75th St W. and turn left on 9th Ave W. Robinson Preserve South entrance is at the end of 9th Ave W.
PARKING: Parking is available within Robinson Preserve South( Expansion at 9th Ave NW, Geraldson's Farm or in other designated areas along 99th St NW. Please refrain from parking in areas not posted to be event parking.
Traveling for Manatee FITFest + 5k 2022 and prefer to rest up? Check out the official hotel of the event, Compass Hotel Anna Maria Sound, for the ultimate adventure lovers accommodations!
Reserve your room using this booking link before 1/13/23 for a discount.
Room Rates Include; • Complimentary hot breakfast buffet every morning • Complimentary parking • Complimentary WiFi
Those who accept the challenge of completing all of the mainstage events, including the 5K, will earn a dri-fit event T Shirt. Shirt sizes are guaranteed to participants who sign up by midnight on 1/27/23. Thereafter shirt sizes will be available in a limited quantity on a first come, first served basis.
All registered 5K and 1mi participants will receive an event shirt and finisher's medal.
Manatee FITFest is proud to award the Top Male and Female Overall Finishers, Top Stroller Runner Finisher, & Top Dog Runner Finisher.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Chad R Martson
- Phone
- 7273837888
