🌟 Join the Adventure: 2026 Run Manatee at Tom Bennett Park 5K! 🌟

Prepare for an outdoor celebration like no other! The 2026 Run Manatee 5K series is here, bringing three exciting events to honor our vibrant community. Explore the stunning parks, beaches, and preserves of Manatee County while on the run!

🗓 Kick-off Event: Saturday, April 11, at Tom Bennett Park, Bradenton, FL.
📍 Address: 400 Cypress Creek Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34208
🕔 Time: 17:00 - 19:00

Join us for a 5K run/walk presented by Run With Purpose! Experience a picturesque route that meanders around tranquil ponds and features diverse terrains, from grass to crushed shell and asphalt. Get your body moving with a warm-up led by Nick Nolting Training, followed by a rejuvenating yoga cooldown hosted by Kayla McCarthy-Asha from Akasha Yoga Room.

This event is for participants of all ages and fitness levels, featuring a delightful day full of fitness, food, and family fun! Enjoy healthy breakfast/lunch options, shop at local vendor stalls, let your kids play at the Bradenton Kiwanis Playground, or cool off in the brand new splash pad. There’s something for everyone!

🎉 Event Highlights:

• FREE Entry for the fun run, warm-up, and yoga!
• 5K Registration: ONLY for the run; pre-registration is required! Sign up here 👉 Register Now

🤝 All proceeds support local non-profits that empower kids of all abilities to enjoy outdoor activities. Ten percent of registration fees will go to Bradenton Kiwanis!

🏅 Participants will receive a dri-fit event T-shirt (available to those who sign up by midnight on March 20, 2026) and those who complete the 5K will earn a custom medal. Finishers participating in all three events in the series will be able to connect their medals to create one 2026 series medal!

Upcoming Events in the Series:

• July 11, 2026 | 17:30 - 20:30: Coquina Beach - Register Now
• November 21, 2026 | 07:00 - 10:00: Rye Preserve - Register Now

📩 Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Reach out to Joanna at Joanna.Bailey@mymanatee.org or call 941-324-5771 for more information.

For further details about the Tom Bennett race, visit here 👉 More Info

🎈 Let's celebrate health, community, and adventure together at the Run Manatee 5K! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎈