Sandy Claws Beach Run
Sarasota, United States • 12 Dec 2026
Sandy Claws Beach Run : Siesta Beach, Sarasota, FL
Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources organizes the Sandy Claws Beach Run, presented for its 50th year on Siesta Beach at 948 Beach Road, Sarasota. The event features on-course competition and informal participation options held along the hard-packed shoreline.
Distances and formats:
- 5K: chip-timed, sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club, part of the MTC Race Series.
- 1 Mile: fun run and walk along the shore.
- Virtual 5K: walk or run remotely.
All participants in the 5K, 1 Mile and Virtual 5K receive finisher medals. The 5K awards custom prizes for first through sixth place finishers in all age categories. Additional on-site elements include music, food, raffle prizes and a holiday-themed costume contest with categories for oldest Sandy Claws shirt, best 70s costume, most festive holiday outfit, best duo costume, and best family or group costume.
Registration opens May 1 and fees vary by event. Early packet pickup is available at New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Road; race-day packet pickup is also available. A special 5K family four-pack price applies only to groups of four using multi-person pricing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.