40th Annual Run for the Turtles – Siesta Key, FL 2026

Thank you for supporting sea turtles! Mote Marine Laboratory's 40th Annual Run for the Turtles will be held on Saturday, April 11th 2026, and we can't wait to see you on Siesta Key Beach ! Location: 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, FL 34242 The schedule of events is as follows: 6:30AM - Packet pick up & race day registration opens 7:00AM - Warm Up! 7:30AM - 1 Mile Fun Run 8:00AM - 5K Run sanctioned by Manasota Track Club Award ceremony to follow 5K If you can't be here....don't fret. You can support our program by registering for and participating in our virtual race again this year. This Run is the major fundraiser for the Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. Race Pricing (Prices are the same for the 1 Mile & 5K): Adults (14 & Up): $40 Regular Pricing through April 11, 2026 Kids (13 & Under): $30 Regular Pricing through April 11, 2026 Race registration (for both the 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K) includes a complimentary race t-shirt, access to the food stat