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Publix Tropical 5K Info

This Publix Tropical 5K is the perfect chance for everyone to be a part of the biggest weekend in South Florida.

Publix Tropical 5K 2012 Results: Click Here

Publix Tropical 5K 2012 Photos: Race Day Photos


Why is this 5K unique?
Weather Conditions
A Medal & More
Timing & Scoring



Publix Tropical 5K Date & Time

Saturday, January 26, 2013
7:30 AM (EST) Race Start


The last weekend in January is filled with events brought to you by US Road Sports & Entertainment of Florida and this event is sure to add to the exciting line-up of happenings. Introducing… The Publix Tropical 5K. This race will serve as a sneak preview and warm-up for those running the ING Miami Marathon and Half Marathon. Friends and family not running the Marathon or Half Marathon will also be able to share in the inspiring ING Miami Marathon Weekend experience.

Click here for Publix Tropical 5K Participant Instructions

Parking/Directions:
Early arrival is strongly encouraged. Construction and limited parking locations will have impacts on your arrival time. Please make every effort to arrive early race morning.

To Start Line:

I-395 Eastbound/Miami Traffic - Exit onto Watson Island/Miami Children's Museum/Jungle Island. Follow the guidance of the Parking Attendants into designated parking locations.

I-395 Westbound/Miami Beach Traffic - Exit onto Watson Island/Miami Children's Museum/Jungle Island. Utilize Jungle Island Parking Deck. Parking Deck is free and will open at 5:30 AM. Shuttles to start line will be waiting at entrance of parking deck. Shuttles will depart every 15 minutes beginning at 6:00 AM and ending at 7:15 AM.

*****Shuttles will provide transportation back to Watson Island/Miami Children's Museum/Jungle Island from the Finish Line at Nikki Beach beginning at 8:00 AM and ending at 11:00 AM****

 Why is this 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk unique?
The COURSE, the COURSE and the COURSE! This race will feature a point-to-point format. The race will begin slightly east of Watson Island on the MacArthur Causeway and head east to Miami Beach's Alton Road and end at South Point Park adjacent to Ocean Drive. By the way, you'll be taken back to your cars on Watson Island using one of the many shuttles operating all morning long.
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 Weather Conditions:
The time period selected for the Publix Tropical 5K is historically among Miami's driest and coolest time of the year. Nevertheless, this is Miami and any weather is possible, we recommend that you plan and prepare for unfavorable conditions. The majority of the 5K course is run through un-shaded areas, be aware that this will lead to exposure to Miami's famous Sun.
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A Medal & More for Everyone

  • A special edition spinning medal for everyone who finishes.
  • An official commemorative t-shirt
  • Digital photo available online after the race
  • Shuttle service from the finish to the start

    • Additional awards are given to the top males and females in 15 categories:

    12 & Under

    		13-15

    		16-19

    		20-24

    		25-29
    30-34

    		35-39

    		40-44

    		45-49

    		50-54
    55-59

    		60-64

    		65-69

    		70-74

    		75 & Over


5K Timing and Scoring:

  • The Publix Tropical 5K will use the NEW ChronoTrack B-Tag timing system. Timing and scoring will be provided by Split Second Timing.
  • Participants MUST wear their ChronoTrack B-Tag. No tag, NO TIME.
  • The ChronoTrack B-Tag will only work for the race you signed up for. ING Miami Marathon and Half Marathon tags will NOT work for the 5K.
  • Click Here for downloadable instructions on how to wear the B-Tag.

    • Click Here to view Tropical 5K All Time Course Records