# Sub-5 Jacksonville Beach Turkey Trot & Kids Dash

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

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Where: Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront Pavilion & Boardwalk, 75 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
- Ages: All ages (Youth 400m dash for ages 10 and under, stroller-friendly boardwalk 5K)
- Price: $20 for Kids Dash; $35 for 5K; Free for spectators and young stroller riders
- Organizer: Sub-5 Track & Running Club
- Official page: https://www.sub5running.com/
- Last checked: Thu, Nov 5

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## About

The Atlantic coastline comes alive on Thanksgiving morning with the Sub-5 Jacksonville Beach Turkey Trot and Kids Dash, held directly along the famous oceanfront boardwalk. Coastal families, avid runners, and vacationing visitors don turkey hats and holiday feathers for an energizing seaside run with panoramic ocean views and cool salt air breezes. The event begins with the high-energy Kids Dash on the oceanfront plaza, where young runners sprint toward the finish banner to receive festive ribbons. Families then take to the level seaside boardwalk and 1st Street course for the chip-timed 5K, celebrating fitness and community gratitude before enjoying Thanksgiving dinner.

Family Experience & Accessibility:
• Stroller Accessibility: The oceanfront boardwalk and adjacent beach promenade are completely paved, flat, and wide, making maneuvering single and double strollers effortless.
• Nursing & Rest Spots: Oceanfront public pavilions provide shaded bench seating, ocean breezes, and nearby municipal restrooms equipped with infant diaper-changing facilities.
• Age Suitability: Ideal for all generations; the Kids Dash is tailored for youngsters ages 2 to 10, while the 5K welcomes walking families and parents with jogging strollers.
• Sensory Tips: Ocean waves and beach breezes offer natural calming white noise, while the starting pavilion features holiday music and excited runners; ear protection is optional for noise-sensitive infants.

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