Save the Manatee 5K

For the first time, Blue Spring State Park will be hosting the in-person Save the Manatee 5K race! With the help of Friends of Blue Spring State Park, the race will take place on

November 15th 2025!

This date marks the first day of Manatee Season for the fall/winter months and is in the middle of Manatee Awareness Month. The race encourages raising awareness and funds to protect manatees and their habitats. We can’t wait to see you in November!