Tails & Sails 5K + Kids Fun Run
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Port Saint Joe, FL
- 200 Miss Zola's Dr, 32456
- Featured distance
- 3.1 Miles
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Double-check key detailsJoin a festive coastal celebration at the Cape San Blas Lighthouse, where mermaids, pirates, and runners of all paces enjoy a scenic 5K and Kids Fun Run.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Quirky
FestiveWho it's for
- Family Friendly
- Walkers Welcome
Family Friendly
Walkers WelcomeGreat for: walkers, families
Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course
Ahoy, runners and mermaids! Kick off a weekend of coastal celebration at the Tails & Sails 5K and Kids Fun Run in beautiful Port St. Joe, Florida. Hosted by Strollin’ Joe’s Run Club in partnership with the Mermaid Bay Festival, this family-friendly event begins and ends at the iconic Cape San Blas Lighthouse. Enjoy a scenic coastal run or walk, soaking in the salty air along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. Costumes are highly encouraged for all ages, inviting mermaids, pirates, and sea creatures to join the festive fun and celebrate the…
What to expect
- A scenic coastal run or walk along Florida's Forgotten Coast.
- A family-friendly atmosphere with costumes highly encouraged for all.
- A magical Kids Fun Run featuring adventure, pirate gold, and mermaid fun.
Standout details
- Starts & finishes at Cape San Blas Lighthouse
- Part of the Mermaid Bay Festival
- Costumes highly encouraged
- Kids Fun Run with pirate gold & mermaid fun
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingBased on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Flat
- Walkers welcome
From the organizer
Ahoy, runners and mermaids!
📍 Starting & Finishing at the Cape San Blas Lighthouse – Port St. Joe, Florida
Join us for the Tails & Sails 5K and Kids Fun Run, proudly hosted by Strollin’ Joe’s Run Club in partnership with the Mermaid Bay Festival, as we kick off a weekend of coastal celebration in beautiful Port St. Joe.
Beginning and ending at the iconic Cape San Blas Lighthouse, this family-friendly event blends fitness, fun, and festival magic along Florida’s Forgotten Coast.
🏃♀️ The 5K Enjoy a scenic coastal run welcoming runners and walkers of all ages and paces. Whether you're chasing a personal best or soaking in the salty air, this event is designed to be festive, inclusive, and community-driven.
Costumes are highly encouraged — mermaids, pirates, sailors, sea creatures, and creative coastal characters are all welcome!
🏴☠️ Kids Fun Run ( free) Our young pirates and mermaids will take part in a magical fun run filled with adventure, pirate gold, mermaid fun, and big smiles at the finish line. This short-distance run is designed just for kids and packed with excitement.
✨ Costumes are encouraged for both adults and children — the more creative, the better!
Most importantly, this event gives back to our community.
Come run, walk, dress up, and celebrate the start of festival season by the sea. We can’t wait to see you at the lighthouse!
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