Swoop the Loop is officially SOLD OUT! There will be no day-of-race registration, but we can’t wait to see you next year. Registration fills fast, so be sure to watch for next year’s launch and sign up early to lock in your spot at Swoop the Loop 5K!

UNF Campus
Starts and finishes at JB Coxwell Amphitheater
Saturday, February 7, 2026
5K: 8:00 AM | 1 Mile: 9:00 AM
Be a part of UNF’s annual tradition celebrating health, wellness, and community spirit! Swoop the Loop 5K brings together students, alumni, faculty, and community partners for an unforgettable morning of running, networking, and fun. Hope to see you all there!
This event is open to all runners and walkers.
Race Features
- Parking: UNF Arena Parking Garage
- Official race shirt to all entrants
- Medals to all registered finishers
- Overall and age-group awards
FREE Pilates Class
Kick off race day feeling strong, centered, and ready to run!
FIT as FIRE will host a free, 30‑minute mat Pilates class on-site, starting at 7:20 AM. The session wraps up just in time for participants to head to the 5K start line. Make sure to bring a yoga mat, as this interactive wellness experience is designed for all fitness levels.
Packet Pickup
Packets will be available at 1st Place Sports Baymeadows location on Friday, February 6. Unclaimed packets will be available at the Amphitheater on race morning starting at 6:30 AM.
Course
Awards
Award plaques will be given to the top three overall men and women, top masters male and female, and three deep in each male and female age group from 10 & under to 80 & over.
Sponsors

Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Closed
Online registration closed-
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$34.09
Early Bird
Nov 7 – Jan 15 -
$39.44Jan 16 – Jan 31
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$44.79Feb 1 – Feb 6
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$55.49
Day of Registration
Feb 7 – Feb 5
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1 Mile Closed
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$18.04Nov 7 - Feb 5
Contact information
- Event contact
- Ryann Alred Lohman