Sleigh the Day 5K / 10K takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5K 8:00 AM; 10K 8:10 AM EST, at Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, Florida. Admission: 5K $35, 10K $55 (early pricing through Sept 30; increases after). Radical Runs organizes the event. It is listed as family-friendly.
Date & Time
Saturday, December 5, 2026
5K 8:00 AM; 10K 8:10 AM EST
Admission
5K $35, 10K $55 (early pricing through Sept 30; increases after)
Radical Runs presents the Sleigh the Day 5K / 10K trail race on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd in Silver Springs. The holiday race follows the park's natural-surface trails of packed sand, roots and gentle rollers, with the 5K starting at 8:00 AM and the 10K at 8:10 AM. Early registration is $35 for the 5K and $55 for the 10K, with prices increasing after September 30. Finishers receive a custom medal and race shirt, age-group awards are presented, and walkers, families and first-time trail runners are welcome.
All event times are in Eastern Time (EST)
When is it?
Saturday, December 5, 2026. The 5K starts at 8:00 AM and the 10K at 8:10 AM.
Where is it held?
Silver Springs State Park, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488.
How much does it cost?
5K $35 and 10K $55 at early pricing (through September 30, 2026); prices increase afterward.
Is it family-friendly?
Yes. The organizer welcomes walkers, families and first-time trail runners.
- Ranger Program at Silver Springs State Park (November 22)
Sunday, November 22, 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST · Free with park admission ($8 per vehicle; $2 on foot or bike)
- Wednesday Walk on the Wild Side at Silver Springs State Park (November 25)
Wednesday, November 25, 2026, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST · Park admission ($8 per vehicle; $2 on foot or bike)
- Wednesday Walk on the Wild Side at Silver Springs State Park (December 2)
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST · Park admission ($8 per vehicle; $2 on foot or bike)
- Ranger Program at Silver Springs State Park (December 5)
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST · Free with park admission ($8 per vehicle; $2 on foot or bike)
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