About the VETERANS MILE and 5K
The course runs on the Legacy Trail, a paved rail-trail in Sarasota. Both distances use the same path, so the terrain is smooth and the surroundings are open. The race benefits veteran care through the VA, and that purpose sits at the center of the event rather than in the background.
Parking is at Fellowship Jiu-Jitsu, near the trailhead. Bags can be picked up on race morning before the gun. A guided group stretch runs just before the start, and post-race snacks and refreshments are waiting at the finish.
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Distances & Start Times
1 Mile11/8/2026 07:30$30
3.1 Miles11/8/2026 07:30$35
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