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SUP & RUN 5K

Sat, May 2, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location
Sarasota, FL
5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Nathan Benderson Park, 34235
Type
RUN
Official registrationPast results (if available)

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At a glance

Challenge yourself with a unique 5K run and paddleboard combo, then celebrate with a lively post-race party, all benefiting RUCK9.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

The annual SUP & RUN 5K in Sarasota offers a unique race experience at Nathan Benderson Park. Choose from a 5K run, a 5K stand-up paddleboard race, or combine both for a distinctive challenge. While top athletes compete for cash prizes, the event warmly welcomes all participants, including walkers and families. Enjoy an amazing post-race celebration with food, drinks, and vendors, all while supporting RUCK9 and celebrating uniquely created canines.

What to expect

  • Choose your challenge: a 5K run, a 5K stand-up paddleboard race, or a combined 5K run and 5K paddle.
  • Enjoy a fun post-race party with food, a beer garden, and a SIP & RUM station.
  • Earn a custom finisher medal, "amazing" race shirt, and compete for cash or age group awards.

Standout details

  • Unique 5K Run & SUP combination
  • Cash prizes for top athletes
  • "Amazing" race shirts & swag
  • Post-race celebration with beer garden

Perks & features

  • After-Party
  • Awards
  • Food & Drink
  • Medal
  • Swag Included

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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM EDT · From $41.70

    Opens Oct 3, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Nov 1, 2025, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM EDT · From $41.70

    Opens Oct 4, 2025, 3:00 AM EDT · Closes Oct 11, 2025, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM EDT · From $57.15

    Opens Oct 3, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Apr 20, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

+ 2 more options
  • 6.2 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM EDT · From $41.70

    Opens Oct 4, 2025, 3:00 AM EDT · Closes Oct 11, 2025, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 🍀 First 100 CLUB 🍀

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM EDT · From $88.05

    Opens Oct 4, 2025, 3:00 AM EDT · Closes Mar 27, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race
From the organizer

The 11 th Annual SUP & RUN 5K   presented by Charles Schwab or Sarasota event will be held at Nathan Benderson Park to benefit RUCK9 ( www.RUCK9.com )

The SUP & RUN 5K gives athletes three great races in one to choose from .

5K RUN 5K Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) OR 5K SUP & 5K RUN (There is a start line mat (chip) for the combination SUP & RUN) Athletes participating in the combination SUP & RUN will  run the 5K first and then hop on their paddle board for a 5K paddle around Nathan Benderson Park.  The SUP & RUN 5K draws top runners and SUP'ers who compete for cash prizes but it's our not-so-serious athletes who have the most prominent place in the event.

Athletes participating in the SUP portion of the race MUST know how to swim .  If you are not able to swim, you may not participate in the SUP portion.

The SUP & RUN 5K is a family style event.

WALKERS ARE WELCOME and encouraged to attend.

Why choose the SUP & RUN 5K?

Every finisher receives a custom finisher medal. The race shirts are AMAZING! AWARDS GO 3 DEEP IN EACH 5 YEAR AGE GROUP! SWAG, to quote a participant, " this race SWAG is truly head and shoulders above most races " The food & post-race celebration party is  FUN! FUN! Whoa! There is a beer garden, a SIP & RUM station and AMAZING VENDORS where you can buy really cool stuff AND The Athletes, Vendors, Sponsors, and Spectators: ALL CELEBRATING OUR Uniquely Created Canines! RACE DAY/TIME Saturday, May 2, 2026

All Races Start at 8 AM sharp!

If renting a paddleboard, please arrive by 7 AM to secure your board & paddle.

2026 Packet Pick-Up Times, Dates and Locations

Wednesday, April 29th | 4PM - 7PM | TBA

Thursday, April 30th  | 4PM – 7PM | TBA |

Friday, May 1st | 4PM – 7PM | Nathan Benderson Park (at the Finishing Tower) | 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle (34235)

Need more reasons?  Visit our Facebook page for regular updates: SUP & RUN 5K

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