DeSoto Grand Parade 5K - 21st Annual

🏃‍♂️ The run BEFORE the parade!

Thousands of cheering spectators along beautiful, tree-lined, Manatee Avenue make this a unique 5k experience.

• Course: Runners will race an out-and-back course along the route of the Hernando de Soto Historical Society Heritage Festival Grand Parade on Manatee Avenue down to around 37th St W and back to downtown Old Main.
• Start Time: NEW this year - race starts at 5:00 pm.
• Event: This is one of the most spectacular parades in the southeastern United States.
• Location: The start and finish line are near Old Main and Manatee Ave.

📝 Registration Details

Register by April 17th to guarantee a shirt.

📍 Race Accommodations

• All Welcome: Runners & Walkers Welcome!
• Timing: Chip timed
• Hydration: Water stops at each mile
• Amenities: Port-o-lets & pre/post-race water available

🏆 Awards and Incentives

• Free Perk: FREE BEER with Bib!!!
• Shirts: Premium Shirts (Unisex and Ladies)
• Awards: Awards for overall finishers and all age group Awards.
• Age Groups: 3 deep in age groups and no finisher medals, just awards.

🚗 Parking Information

• Parking Lots: Lots of Parking (3rd/12th Lot, Parking Structures and More)
• After Party: After party at the Parade Festivities at the courthouse lawn, including a FREE BEER!
• Activities: Activities, kids activity zone, food and live music will be available.

💸 Join Our Club to Save!

Sign up for the Bradenton Runners Club and save $5 off this race (and others).

SIGN UP FOR BRC HERE!!! (before you register for this race)

📦 Packet Pick-Up Information

• Date: Thursday April 24th, 4:30-7:30pm, Good Liquid Brewing (1008 4th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205)
• Date: Friday April 25th, 4:30-7pm, Fit2Run Cortez (4951 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210)
• Note: WE ARE ENCOURAGING EVERYONE TO GET THEIR PACKETS/REGISTER IN ADVANCE.
• Friend Help: You can have friends pick up packets for you if needed. Thanks!

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

We are currently seeking volunteers. Please visit our Volunteer link for a more detailed description of where we need help and when. Without you, there can be no race! (Students in need of volunteer hours for scholarships are eligible and will receive a signed letter from the club verifying hours.)

💰 Impact of Your Registration

Your money (after race expenses are deducted) go to support local student running athletes. The De Soto Grand Parade 5k benefits the Bradenton Runners Club student athletic program which awards scholarships to high school seniors and financial aid to students wishing to attend summer running camps. Please visit our website www.bradentonrunnersclub.com for more information. We are 100% non-profit and our races are supported 100% by volunteers.

For more information about the race, visit DeSoto Grand Parade 5K Race Page.