Events
Race Photos
Click here to see the race photos. Thank you so much to our volunteer photographer, Beth Lillenurms, for capturing the day so beautifully!
Thanks for joining us! Hope to see you again next year!
Results & Thank You!
Thank you for joining us on our first Flutter Run on the Beach! Results have been posted at baycitytiming.com/results Click HERE to go directly to the results.
Please share your feedback HERE to help us improve for next year!
Race Photos can be found here! https://photos.app.goo.gl/Uqkka5J7afpC7T3t9
Place
Madeira Beach, FL US 33708
Description
Join us for the first annual Flutter Run on the Beach! We'll have a sunrise 5k run and 1 mile walk at Madeira Beach on Saturday, April 1st. We'll start and end at John's Pass Village. This event benefits the Florida chapter of Butterfly Baskets, a 501(c)(3) pregnancy and infant loss support nonprofit. Butterfly Baskets provides comfort, connection, and community to individuals and families experiencing pregnancy challenges, miscarriage, stillbirth, and child loss. All proceeds go towards our mission and programs.
Learn more about Butterfly Baskets and our activities in Florida here.
https://www.butterflybaskets.org/post/butterfly-baskets-starts-florida-chapter
Packet Pickup: We appreciate if you are available to come to early pickup for your bib and t-shirt. Then you can head straight to the starting line on Saturday morning!
WHEN: Friday, March 31st from 4-7pm,
WHERE: Pavilion/Picnic area at the John's Pass Park beach parking lot
12901 Gulf Lane, Madeira Beach, FL
(Intersection of 129th Avenue, West and Gulf Boulevard)
Race Morning Pickup:
WHEN: Saturday, April 1st, 6:30am-7:15am,
WHERE: Pavilion/Picnic area at the John's Pass Park beach parking lot
12901 Gulf Lane, Madeira Beach, FL
(Intersection of 129th Avenue, West and Gulf Boulevard)
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Course Map
The course is an out and back 5k run starting and ending at the entrance to Johns Pass Park beach.
The one mile walk also takes place on the beach beginning at Johns Pass Park!
Sponsorship
Interested in sponsoring the 2023 Flutter Run on the Beach? Click the link for more information!
SPONSOR THE FLUTTER RUN FL HERE.
We are so grateful to all our supporters! Thank you for joining the Butterfly Band!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where do I park? Is parking free?
You can park at Johns Pass Park. The parking fee has been waived for the run. Click the link below for location parking information. Address for GPS: John’s Pass Park at 129th Avenue, West and Gulf Boulevard
Q: When is packet pickup to get my bib and t-shirt?
Packet Pickup: We appreciate if you are available to come to early pickup for your bib and t-shirt. Then you can head straight to the starting line on Saturday morning!
WHEN: Friday, March 31st from 4-7pm,
WHERE: Pavilion/Picnic area at the John's Pass beach parking lot
Race Morning Pickup:
WHEN: Saturday, April 1st, 6:30am-7:15am,
WHERE: Pavilion/Picnic area at the John's Pass beach parking lot
Q: Are we running/walking on the beach?
Yes, the Flutter Run takes place entirely on the beach! It is an out and back course.
Q: Should I bring my sneakers?
Up to you! The run and walk take place on the beach. You are welcome to wear sneakers or run barefoot...whichever you prefer for running or walking on the beach!
Q: What time does the race start?
Race Morning Packet Pickup is from 6:30-7:15am. The 5k run starts at 7:30am and the 1 mile walk will start shortly afterwards!
Q: Where does the race start?
The race starts at 7:30am! Packet pickup info is above.
Q: Are there bathrooms?
Yes, John's Pass Park has bathrooms available.
Q: Is the run/walk stroller friendly?
As long as your stroller works well on the beach!
Q: Are there finisher medals?
Yes, we have some simple finisher medals that will be provided for our runners!
Q: What address should I use to put in my gps?
You can enter "John’s Pass Park at 129th Avenue, West and Gulf Boulevard" into your GPS. We will have signs and parking attendants there to help direct you.
Q: Is there water available?
We will have a water table at the turnaround point for the 5k, as well as at the finish line. We encourage you to bring a water bottle with you from home!
Q: What should I wear? Do I need to wear my Flutter Run shirt?
Wear whatever you feel most comfortable running or walking in! You are welcome to wear your Flutter Run t-shirt but definitely not a requirement!
