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Little Big Run 2027

Date
Saturday, January 23, 2027
Start time
5:00 PM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $25
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
1 Mile Race1 MileJan 23, 20275:00 PM$25–
5K Run/Walk5KJan 23, 20275:30 PM$40–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 1 Mile Race: $25 until Jan 23.
  • 5K Run/Walk: $40 until Jan 23.

Online registration closes Jan 23, 2027, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $40, entry is about 16 percent above a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Jacksonville runs 37:50, about 12:11 a mile, based on 18 races with published results. Women typically finish in 42:48 and men in 33:40.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:21 AM, and the 1 Mile Race starts at 5:00 PM. The start sits about 40 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around January 23 the day usually runs from 41°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 30°F and hot years reach 78°F.

Based on 80 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Little Big Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup is on race day between 7:30 am - 9:30 am.

Course

Course Map

Course Map, from the Little Big Run page

Shirt and medal

Race Amenities

Custom Event Shirts (size guaranteed if registered by December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm). Custom Medals. Timed Race through Race Bib & Chip. Music.

Awards

Race Awards

5K AWARDS: Men - 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place. Women - 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place. Finisher certificates will be emailed to all participants, recognizing the following age groups: 12 & U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69…

The cause

Benefitting

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida (BBBSNEFL) creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Working within the communities of Northeast Florida for over a century, BBBSNEFL…

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Race details

Where
1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 40 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
1 Mile, 5K
Editions
2027 (Jan 23, 2027), 2026 (Jan 24, 2026), 2025 (Jan 18, 2025), 2022 (Jan 22, 2022), 2020 (Feb 1, 2020), 2019 (Apr 6, 2019)

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Quick answers

When is Little Big Run?
Saturday, January 23, 2027, starting at 5:00 PM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Jan 23, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Florida?
At $40, entry is about 16 percent above a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
1 Mile, 5K.
Where does it start?
1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207.

From the organizers

Join us for our 10th Annual Little Big Run, 5K/1 Mile race that will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2027, at the Friendship Fountain!

The purpose of this event is to raise funds and awareness for BBBSNEFL and our one-to-one mentoring programs. Little Big Run is a great opportunity to focus on connecting with the environment, building a sense of community and starting off the new year with healthy habits. All participants will receive a unique race t-shirt, a custom finisher medal, and a bib to track your time.

January is National Mentoring Month, and we are celebrating with a DJ and a food truck! All participants will receive a complimentary food truck item!

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