46th Annual Matanzas 5000

The Ancient City Road Runners present the 46th Annual Matanzas 5000 in Historic Downtown on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

This scenic, certified 5K course through historic St. Augustine begins at 29 West Castillo Drive, enabling spectators to encourage runners or to take photos along the route.

The Runners Expo is at the Ketterlinus Gymnasium and features sports and fitness vendors. The expo is also the location for late registrations and race packet pick-ups. 

Interested in participating? Register for the race early to take advantage of discounted prices.

This year's prize pool offers participants $4,200.00 in cash awards for the following categories:

• 1st Place - Male & Female - $600.00
• 2nd Place - Male & Female - $400.00
• 3rd Place - Male & Female - $300.00
• 4th Place - Male & Female - $150.00
• 5th Place - Male & Female - $100.00
• Masters - Male & Female - $150.00
• Grand Masters - Male & Female - $150.00
• Senior Grand Masters - Male & Female - $150.00

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Admission: Price varies depending on registration date. Register online now.

When: Saturday, January 24, 2026, 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.

Packet Pickup:

Jacksonville - 1st Place Sports at 3931 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, Florida 32217

When: Friday, January 23 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

St. Augustine - Ketterlinus Elementary School at 67 Orange St, St. Augustine, Florida 32084

When: Friday, January 23 from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, January 24 from 6:30 – 8:00 a.m.