🏃♂️ The 46th Annual Matanzas 5000
Florida’s FASTEST 5K returns on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM
📍 Francis Field – 25 W Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Run this fast course through the scenic streets of historic St. Augustine.
🏅 Prize Pool: $4,000
Top finishers will compete for cash prizes across multiple categories:
Place: | Male/Female Prize: |
1st | $600 |
2nd | $400 |
3rd | $300 |
4th | $150 |
5th | $100 |
Masters (40+) | $150 |
Grand Masters (50+) | $150 |
Senior Grand Masters (60+) | $150 |
Age Group Awards (Male & Female) 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each group:
9 & 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, 70–74, 75+
⏱️ Race Timing
Chip-timed by 1st Place Sports. Participants must cross the timing mats to be included in official results. Final times will reflect both chip and gun time.
💆♀️ Post-Race Recovery
Enjoy free massages provided by First Coast Rehabilitation in the gym after the race.
💖 Florida’s Fastest 5K with a Purpose
Since 1989, the Matanzas 5000 has raised and donated well over $300,000 to support youth running programs in St. Johns County. Proceeds benefit middle and high school track and cross-country teams, including the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind.
💰 Your Impact
Race proceeds help fund:
- Team uniforms and running shoes
- Timing equipment and travel expenses
- Awards, course maintenance, and more
🏕️ Beyond the Finish Line
ACRR also hosts an annual youth running camp, teaching fundamentals of running, teamwork, and sportsmanship—instilling lifelong values of health and community.
🚗 Parking Information:
Garage next to Finish Line
- Free before 7:00 AM
- $15.00 for all-day parking after 7:00 AM
Street Parking
- Allowed where curbs are not painted yellow and no “Reserved Parking” signage is present
- Available along San Marco Avenue and US Highway 1
Orange Street Lots
- Near Race Expo, first-come, first-serve
Castillo de San Marcos Lot
- Metered ($1.50/hour), accepts credit/debit
- Paid parking begins at 8:00 AM
Prince of Peace Catholic Church
- Free parking at 100 San Marco Avenue
Note: Parking rates are set by the City of St. Augustine. Race organizers do not receive any portion of parking fees.
Must Register by Monday, January 18 to guarantee receiving a shirt
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Closed
Online registration closed-
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$39.44Jul 28 – Nov 30
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$44.79Dec 1 – Jan 16
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$50.14Jan 17 – Jan 23
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$55.49Jan 24 – Jan 23
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Ryann Alred Lohman
