Country Music 5K & 10K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Date: 2025-03-15
• Location: 108 Royal Palm Avenue, Clewiston, FL
• Event: 5K/10K run as part of the Clewiston Sugar Festival
• Race Info: More details can be found at this link.

🎉 Festival Background

• Origin: The Clewiston Sugar Festival has roots in the 1930s as an end-of-harvest celebration by the United State Sugar Corporation.
• Tradition: Initially featured a barbecue and dance to celebrate successful harvests.
• Crowning: A King and Queen of Sugar were crowned based on employee votes.
• Community Spirit: In 1986, the Clewiston Merchant Association revived the celebration city-wide.

🎶 Festival Highlights

• Family Gathering: A time for families, friends, and neighbors to reunite.
• Activities: Includes live entertainment, cane-grinding, car show, and kids’ park.
• Culinary Delights: Local civic, school, and church groups offer a variety of foods.
• Expanded Events: Now features rodeo, bass tournament, and Seminole Heritage Day.

👨‍👩‍👧 Community Commitment

• Family Atmosphere: The festival is a welcoming experience focused on community.
• Rich History: Showcases the importance of the sugar industry in the local economy.
• Growth: The festival continues to evolve and grow each year.
• Invitation: All are welcomed to join and experience the historic celebrations!

🌾 Motto

• Spirit: We Raise Cane!