
Pirate 5K, & 10K at Tarpon Springs, FL (15)
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Tarpon Springs, FL
- Fred Howard Park, 1700 Sunset Dr, 34689
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Embrace your inner pirate at this themed 5K and 10K in Tarpon Springs, featuring finisher medals, awards, and a best costume contest.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Set sail for a unique running adventure at the Pirate 5K & 10K in Tarpon Springs, FL. This themed event invites you to embrace your inner buccaneer, with a chance to win for best costume. Runners will navigate a flat, out-and-back course, completing multiple loops for their chosen distance. Finisher medals await all who cross the finish line, alongside awards for top performers and series points for competitive spirits. It's a spirited day for runners looking for a distinctive race experience.
What to expect
- Run a flat, out-and-back course in Tarpon Springs.
- Complete multiple loops, three for the 5K and six for the 10K, within a 2-hour limit.
- Earn a finisher medal and compete for awards, with a special nod to the best pirate costume.
Standout details
- Pirate-themed event
- Best costume contest
- Finisher medals
- Awards & Series Points
Perks & features
- Medal
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM EDT · From $33.80
Opens Dec 30, 2020, 8:56 AM EST · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- 10K
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.70
Opens Dec 30, 2020, 7:41 AM EST · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
Vibe Check
Easygoing
warm-day exposure
10K distance, flat area, typically mild weather
- Warm season
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration.
Additional Information Use the parking lot next to the restrooms and pavilion 6. Map: https://goo.gl/maps/MUE2ySFaFpmfk3sK6
5K, & 10K Course (0.52M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3452323843 The course is an out-and-back (1.04M) The 5K does the course three times. The 10K does the course six times.
Course Time Limit 2:00 hours.
Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
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