The St. Pete Beach Classic, the first premier community event of each year, hits St. Pete Beach January 15-16, with a host of exciting events, including several new ones for 2022. The St. Pete Beach Classic welcomes novice and competitive runners and walkers with races for every endurance level including: 5K, 10K, Beach Fun Run, Half Marathon, Duo Competition, Individual Marathon Challenge and Kids’ Dashes. The half marathon is the second race in the Burg to Beach to Bayshore series. The scenic racecourses run through the streets of beautiful St. Pete Beach, the Sunset Capital of Florida and Trip Advisor’s #1 US Beach! The courses are certified, flat, and fast, coursing by waterways and through neighborhoods.
All races begin and end at the Sirata Beach Resort & Conference Center, 5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach.The weekend also features:
- Health & Fitness Expo on Friday at the St. Pete Beach Rec Center;
- Craft show featuring local artisans;
- Beach volleyball experience complete with instruction, demonstrations, open play courts, and games played by members of the Sunshine State Outdoor Volleyball Association;
- Saturday events culminating in a free beach bonfire that night with live music from The Big Brother Band;
- Juried fine art exhibition hosted by Bella Unica Art Gallery, featuring local artists showcasing works inspired by St. Pete Beach’s natural beauty;
- A beach cleanup Monday (Martin Luther King Day) from 9-11am with free parking and supplies. Delicious food available for purchase all weekend. Proceeds from the event will benefit designated charities.
To sign up to volunteer or to participate or for more information than you even need, visit
www.stpetebeachclassic.com.