# Run Like the Dickens One-Mile Fun Run

> Event for families in the Jacksonville area (FL). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 12 · 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
- Where: Sandbar Amelia Island at Main Beach, 21910 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: $30
- Organizer: Run Like the Dickens
- Official page: https://www.ticketsignup.io/Race/FL/FernandinaBeach/RunLikeTheDickensFL
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A costumed one-mile holiday fun run on the sand at Amelia Island's Main Beach (out, around the tree and back) during Dickens on Centre weekend, with a YMCA warm-up. Families, friends and dogs are welcome; costumes encouraged.

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