Pink up the Pace 5K
Pink Up The Pace is more than a race. We serve both women and men in an effort to raise money to help fund imaging services to detect breast cancer. Through our organization, we aim to have a positive impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer in St. Augustine and the surrounding areas. Pink Up The Pace raises money to assist the uninsured and underinsured in the early detection of breast cancer and increase public awareness of the importance of early detection and provide support to survivors and their families.
Participate in the largest 5K race in St. Augustine starting at 8 a.m. in front of the Visitors Information Center downtown St. Augustine. Registration ranges from $25-$40. 10 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. www.pinkupthepace.com
Location
Francis Field
10 W. Castillo Dr.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Why Go:
Lace up your running shoes and think pink for the Pink Up The Pace 5K, proudly celebrated as the largest 5K race in St. Augustine. Moving far beyond a traditional athletic event, this impactful morning run serves both women and men by raising vital funds to help pay for breast cancer screening and imaging services. The organization is dedicated to assisting uninsured and underinsured individuals with early detection resources, expanding public health awareness, and offering heartfelt community support to survivors and their families throughout the region. The high-energy race kicks off at 8 a.m. right in front of the downtown Visitors Information Center along Castillo Drive, with registration entry fees ranging from $25 to $40 for an inspiring morning of community-wide solidarity.
Wander & Rest Tip
After a deeply rewarding morning crossing the finish line and racing for an incredible cause downtown, leave the bustling race crowds behind and enjoy a peaceful drive back across the bridge to your Vilano Beach sanctuary. Because the finish line sits right at the gateway of the historic district, you are perfectly positioned on your route home to make a quick detour near 36 Granada to experience the French Pantry collective for a premium celebratory afternoon refreshment, or pull over at 180 Vilano Grill & Pizza to pick up a hot, comforting lunch just moments before pulling into your driveway. Once you arrive back at your private Wander & Rest retreat, transition from peak physical performance into absolute coastal luxury. Deeply soothe your running muscles inside our private sauna, melt away any lingering physical tension from the pavement in the bubbling hot tub, or enjoy a refreshing, low-impact recovery swim in the pristine heated pool before curling up in the ultra-comfortable indoor lounge areas for a perfect afternoon rest.