Sandy Claws Beach Run
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Event overview
The 49th Annual Sandy Claws Beach Run takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Siesta Beach Park, 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, FL 34242. The event is hosted by Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and Friends of Sarasota County Parks. Distances offered:
- 5K - Adult (18 and up)
- 5K - Youth (17 and under)
- 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk (all ages)
Race details
The 5K is chip-timed and sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club. All participants receive finisher medals, and custom awards are given to first through sixth place finishers in all age categories. The event includes music, food, raffle prizes, and a holiday-themed costume contest. Proceeds benefit the "Summer in the Parks" Adopt-A-Camper scholarship fund.
Early packet pickup is available at New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Road; race-day packet pickup is also offered. Registering by November 21 guarantees a long-sleeve performance event shirt and runner goodies; registrants after November 21 and day-of registrants receive event shirts and goodies while supplies last. A 5K family rate discount applies to up to four people; multi-person pricing must be used for the discount to apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.