Race Day Information
Race Day Information
Good afternoon runners!
First off, Thank You for you for choosing the Madeira Beach Sunset 5K as your next race! We have over 300 participants registered which is the largest group this run has seen. Below are a few notes to help the evening run smoothly but also give everyone an idea of all the festivities taking place in John's Pass Friday Night.
Runner Information
Check In : Begins at 5:00pm - Address is 12850 Gulf Ln - John's Pass Park Pavilion - At check in, you will be picking up your bib, towel or socks, and wristbands for the food and drink at the post race party.
Parking : Lots available at 12850 Gulf Ln (John's Pass Park), 12962 Gulf Blvd (130th Ave Lot), 13200 Gulf Blvd (132nd Ave Lot) and anywhere in John's Pass Village. There are numerous private lots in the area as well but are much more expensive. Parking at John's Pass Park, 130th Ave, and 132nd Ave will be free from 5pm - 9pm. John's Pass Village Parking is $3 an hour. Prices vary for the parking garage and other non-city parking lots in John's Pass Village. Link here as well: Click Here
Pre Race Stretch : ISI St. Pete will be on hand for a prerace stretch beginning at 6:15pm at the start / finish line. All participants are invited to join.
Course : Race begins at 6:30pm. The run will take place on the sand beginning at John's Pass Park and turning around North of the park at the half way point. It is an OPEN COURSE so please be aware of your surroundings at all times. The race will take place rain or shine as long as there is no lightning or other dangerous weather in the area.
Post Race Party & Awards : Post race party will take place at Hooter's in John's Pass. Boneless wings and beer will be provided for the runners. We will also look to recognize the top runner in each age group and overall.
Other Activities in John's Pass
Final Friday in John's Pass Village - 6:00pm - 9:00pm - John's Pass Bell Tower
Live Music by K-Luv and the United Funk Foundation
Food and Drink specials at various businesses throughout John's Pass including: DeLosa's Pizzeria, Caddy's John's Pass and others.
Free Crawfish Boil and Free Beer at Hubbard's Marina
Should you have any questions about the race please email Jay Hatch at jhatch@madeirabeachfl.gov or call 727-392-0665.
