
From the Organizer
This is the 2nd annual 5K run and fun run to be held on Black Hammock Island on August 1st, 2026. The race will be held entirely on the Island, and will feature a 5K run at 9AM and a fun run at 10M. You can run and walk either event. The race will start and finish at the Black Hammock Island Community Center, 15770 Sawpit Road, Jax, FL 32226. Race registration includes a short sleeve Tshirt, and a finisher medal, and post race back to school bash.
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall M/F finishers of the 5K, and the First M/F finishers in age groups 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 and over. There are no awards for the fun run
Packet pickup will happen on Race morning at the Black Hammock Island Community Center starting at 7:30 AM
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
92°
Typical Low
77°
Chance of Rain
51%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jacksonville Nas, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
961,739
as of 2023
Elevation
1 ft
Nearest Airport
JAX
Jacksonville International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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BHI 2nd Annual 5K & Fun Run
Aug 1, 2026