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4 local races to run in the last 4 months of 2023

Check that resolution off your list: Here are four Publix-sponsored races to join before the year is up.

August 23, 2023 • 
Bethany Harris
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Registering for a run is a great way to make fitness fun while having a goal to work toward.

Photo provided by Publix

Four months, four races. If getting more active was on your New Year’s resolution list, good news — there’s still time.

Here are four chances before the year is up to participate in a run, walk, or race (all sponsored by Publix):

September

  • PB&J Run | Saturday, Sept. 23, St. Petersburg | Participate in this 5K, 10K, or 15K, and chow down on unlimited PB&J sandwiches at the finish line.

October

  • Publix Rock ‘N’ Roll Clearwater | Saturday, Oct. 7-Sunday, Oct. 8, Clearwater | Enjoy a beachfront 5K or Half Marathon and a rockin’ coastal after-party with live music, bevs, and food.

November

  • The Florida Run | Saturday, Nov. 11, Clermont | This 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon trail run through Lake Louisa State Park offers amazing beauty and lake views.

December

Bonus: Publix is also sponsoring the Red Ribbon Run + Florida Turkey Trot.

Already registered? Now, start training

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