Bacon Run
- Date
- May 17, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run · 10k Run · 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
From the Organizer
We're thrilled to have you join us for this exciting race event! Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your experience:
Event Overview:
Participant Perks:
Each runner will receive:
Snacks and refreshments
A stylish t-shirt
Recognizing Top Performers:
Categories:
We will honor the top three male and female finishers in each age group, so lace up those shoes and give it your best! OA M/F> 5 year Age Group Awards
<24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Enjoy the Atmosphere:.
Important Pre-Race Details:
Stretch Session:
Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided stretch session.
Meet the Race Director:
Take the opportunity to meet your new race director, who is excited to welcome you and support you throughout the event!
Event Schedule:
Packet Pick-Up: Race morning starting at 6:00 AM
Special Treat:
Enjoy delicious bacon at the finish line!
Let’s Make It Fun!
We can’t wait to see you for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and great memories. Thank you for being part of the Bacon Run 5K and 10K!
Happy Racing! 🏅🎉
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Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bacon Run?
- Bacon Run is a running event held in Sarasota, FL. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Bacon Run?
- Sunday, May 17, 2026 in Sarasota, FL at 1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway Venice FL, 34292, Sarasota, FL. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bacon Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Bacon Run
May 17, 2026