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 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. 

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

Beneficiary

The Ancient City Road Runners support St. Johns County youth running programs. Proceeds from the Matanzas 5000 benefit track and cross-country running programs at SJC high schools and middle schools, and at the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind. These funds help to pay for uniforms, timing equipment, travel expenses, awards, course maintenance, and even running shoes. 

Registration: Go here to register for the race.

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

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