Marion County Run for the Springs
Silver Springs, United States • 28 Feb 2026
Marion County Run for the Springs
The Marion County Run for the Springs is a family-friendly 5K trail run presented by ECS. The 2026 event is scheduled for February 28, 2026, at Silver Springs State Park in Silver Springs / Ocala, Florida. The course follows scenic trails through Florida woods and may include unpaved and uneven surfaces such as loose or slippery rocks, tree roots, sand, asphalt, and gravel; participants run or walk at their own risk.
The event program includes a children's area, refreshments, and door prizes. Registered participants receive a cotton blend T-shirt and a bag of goodies while supplies last; a UPF 50 long sleeve shirt is available for a $10 upcharge. The shirt selection deadline is January 14, 2026. Early packet pick-up is available February 23 through February 27 at the Marion County Office of the County Engineer, 412 SE 25th Ave, Ocala, FL.
Medals are awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age bracket. Age brackets include 0-16, 17-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, and 55 plus. Teams must register at least three runners; the team with the fastest average time of its top three runners receives the Traveling Cup.
All proceeds support local septic maintenance reimbursement grants for Marion County residents. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.