Race Info
Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources hosts the Sandy Claws Beach Run. Now in its 50th year, the run is a fixture in the running community of Sarasota. Set a fast pace on the hard-packed, world-renowned Siesta Beach sand in the 5K run, sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club. Or, enjoy a leisurely morning stroll along the shore in the 1-mile fun run. Proceeds benefit “Summer in the Parks” Adopt-A-Camper scholarship fund.
For more information, including discount codes for youth groups of ten or more, call 311.
Early packet pickup at New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Road, Thursday, Dec. 10, 3-6 p.m. or you may pick up your packet on race day before 8:10 am.
- 5K Race is chip-timed and sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club.
- Finisher medals for all participants.
- Custom awards to first through sixth place finishers in all age categories.
- Music, food and raffle prizes!
- Holiday-themed costume contest!
- Register by Nov. 20 for best price and to receive long-sleeve performance event shirt and runner goodies (no-shows forfeit these items).
- Nov. 21 or after and day-of registrants receive event shirt and runner goodies while supplies last.
- 5K family rate discount only applies to up to four people. Use multi-person pricing when registering for discount to apply.
