Run for the Pies

About the Event

The Run for the Pies takes place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM EDT at James Weldon Johnson Park on West Monroe Street in Jacksonville, Florida. One of Jacksonville's oldest and most competitive running events — first held as the Lakewood Twilight Run in 1979 and renamed Run for the Pies in 1980 — this race features a Championship 5K (6:00 PM) and an Open 5K (6:30 PM), followed by a large block party.

Championship 5K
Start: 6:00 PM • Elite competitive race • Prize money

Open 5K
Start: 6:30 PM • Citizens race • Overall and age-group awards

Event Logistics & Participant Information:

Location: James Weldon Johnson Park, Downtown Jacksonville, Florida.
Post-Race: Large block party in the park following both races.
Registration Deadline: Race day registration available (June 13, 2026).
Contact: Ryann Lohman via Race Roster platform.
Proceeds Support: High school cross country and track programs in Duval County, Summer Camp Scholarship Program, and local running trails.
Participants: 311 registered to date.

Swag, Awards & Atmosphere:

All Finishers: Custom designed Run for the Pies medal.
All Goodie Packets: Include Moon Pies.
Custom Performance Awards: Custom designed running hats and Moon Pies for males under 22:00 and females under 28:00.
Championship Race: Prize money for top performers.
Open 5K: Overall and age-group awards.
Historical Significance: One of Jacksonville's oldest running events (established 1979, renamed 1980).
Block Party: Festive post-race celebration in James Weldon Johnson Park.
Charity Impact: Proceeds directly support youth running programs, scholarships, and trail maintenance in Duval County.
Donation Option: Donate directly to supported causes via event donation link.

The Run for the Pies on June 13, 2026, in Downtown Jacksonville, Florida, is a historic twilight 5K double-header — Championship and Open races — with Moon Pies, custom medals, prize money, and a block party supporting youth running programs and local trails.

Races Offered

Championship 5K

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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18:00

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$39.44

Open 5K

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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18:30

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$39.44

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Jacksonville.

thermostat Temperature

23.2° / 31.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

25.9° / 33.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 37m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.4 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:24

nightlight Sunset

20:29

About Jacksonville

Learn more about the host city, Jacksonville.

Jacksonville occupies one of the most coveted spots on the Atlantic coast. Set amongst abundant beaches and possessing an ideal subtropical climate, its crown jewel is the unique habitat and natural beauty of the St. Johns River. For this reason and more, "The River City" is a popular destination for vacationers looking for a laid-back Sunshine State escape.