Annual Matanzas 5000 5K

Scenic, certified 5K course through historic St. Augustine!



The Annual Matanzas 5000 returns to historic downtown St. Augustine on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.

Hosted by the Ancient City Road Runners, this certified 5K course offers runners a scenic route along the Matanzas River and through the city’s Historic District, with plenty of spots for spectators to cheer on participants.

The race starts at 29 West Castillo Drive and finishes on Castillo Drive.





Visit the Runners Expo at the Ketterlinus Gymnasium to explore sports and fitness vendors, register late, and pick up race packets.

With a prize pool of $4,200 in cash awards across multiple categories, the Matanzas 5000 is a great race for competitive and casual runners alike.

Register online today to take advantage of early pricing.


When: Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.

Where: The start line is at 29 West Castillo Drive, between the City Parking Garage and Francis Field.

The race runs along the Matanzas River, goes through the Historic District, and finishes on Castillo Drive.

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