Rotary Runs The Beach 2027 - 1 Mile Run/Walk

The 8th annual 'Rotary Runs The Beach' takes place on scenic Indian Rocks Beach, Saturday, March 6th, 2027 with a 5K timed/chipped race, 1-mile family fun run / walk or a virtual run this year. Running on the beach is as beautiful as ever!   A special thanks to our main sponsor The Original Crabby Bill's restaurant!  Proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks projects that support both local and international causes within Rotary’s mission of "Service Above Self."    The 5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Run: Both start on the beach at the Rocks Beach Access on the beach 1700 Gulf Beach Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach (Note: There is a nominal fee for parking on site-pay at the kiosks- or park on city streets for no fee.)The 5K race begins at 8:00 am   Chip timed, out & back course with medals for age-group winners, 10-year breakouts.  Great event for competitors as well as beginners.The 1 miler begins 8:05 am  -  Family friendly fun run, out & back on the beach, no worries, not timed.   New this year is our Referral Program - refer 5 people and receive a $20 refund!  Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email...in  that email there will be a link for you to send to you friends...a simple way to support this great fundraiser. Packet PIck Up: Early Packet Pick-up and In-person registration at “Guilty Sea” located at 301 Gulf Boulevard, Indian Rocks Beach on March 4h and 5th from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm.  Race Day packet pick-up and registration at the Indian Rocks Beach Access, 1700 Gulf Blvd., from 7 am to 7:45 am.   - Race T-shirts are not guaranteed if not registering before Feb 12th.   After-party at Guilty Sea in Indian Rocks Beach just a mile or so from the race location... what a fantastic way to reward yourself for a job well done!  A free beverage is included for all registrants.  An all-you-can-eat buffet will be available at the after party for $12.00 for registrants, family members and friends (details subject to change). Are you in a run club?  Fitness club?  Or just want to run or walk with friends, family or co-workers?  Create your own group or team when you register (or join an existing one) then invite your fellow runners or walkers to join you on the team.     Again, a special thanks to our main sponsor The Original Crabby Bill's!   Bring your cameras/cell phones for photo opportunities with Phinley, the Clearwater Threshers mascot!! Fun for the entire family!   Note that this is a rain or shine event.   Lastly, we are looking for additional Sponsors as well as raffle donations!  Email rotaryrunsthebeach@gmail.com for more information or a sponsor packet.   We are excited to see you on March 6th! Additional information: indianrocksrotary.org