📅 Important Update: Event Rescheduled to Saturday, March 14
All event activities remain the same. Only the date has changed.
The I ❤️ Collard Greens 5K & Fitness Extravaganza is a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and healthy living where health, heritage, and fun come together.
Join us on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM for an unforgettable morning of movement, music, and motivation. The 5K Walk/Run kicks off at 9:15 AM, followed by fitness activities and wellness experiences for all ages.
Registration starts at 7:30 AM.
Enjoy a lineup of interactive activities including a tennis clinic (hosted by SowingSeedsTennis.org), a skateboard demonstration, and a basketball workshop, plus jump rope contests, hula-hooping, and live DJ entertainment. You’ll also have access to free health screenings and testing provided by our local medical service partners, along with food demonstrations and nutrition workshops that celebrate the power of healthy cooking.
As a special thank-you, we’ll be giving away bundles of fresh collard greens to participants as they cross the finish line—while supplies last.
While registration is free, participants can purchase a custom race bib, event t-shirt, or both to support The Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc.’s community outreach programs, including Fit Futures: Outrunning Diabetes One Step at a Time.
Fit Futures empowers youth ages 6–15 through run coaching, mentorship, and nutrition education—helping kids build lifelong healthy habits and confidence through movement. This vital program addresses the rising rates of type 2 diabetes among children and teens, helping ensure a healthier, stronger generation for the future.
Come ready to move, groove, and grow—and help us take one more step toward a future without type 2 diabetes.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
I ❤️ Collard Greens 5K Closed
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for a vibrant, heart-pumping experience at the beautiful Lake Vista Park in St. Petersburg, FL! Nestled in one of the city’s most scenic settings, this 5K course winds through lush green landscapes, towering trees, and peaceful lakeside views, offering the perfect blend of nature and challenge.
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FreeNov 1 - Mar 14
🥬 Lil Greens 1 Mile Fun Run Closed
The Lil Greens Fun Run is a scenic, easy-to-navigate option created for kids, families, first-time walkers, and anyone new to running. Walk, jog, run, or mix it up. Grandparents and caregivers are welcome to participate alongside their children, and groups are encouraged to cross the finish line together.
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FreeNov 1 - Mar 14
Contact information
- Event contact
- Trey Brady
- Phone
- 813.773.5759
