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6th Annual VyStar Emerald Trail 5K/10K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Don't miss the 6th Annual VyStar Emerald Trail 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run presented by JTC Running on Saturday, September 27, 2025. The route takes runners and walkers along the LaVilla Link and the S-Line Rail Trail Link of the Emerald Trail. Participants will enjoy tree-lined trails, historic parks, restored ponds and two beautiful public art installations. Post-race activities will make this a fun day for runners, walkers and families to enjoy!
All proceeds from this event benefit Groundwork Jacksonville, the City’s nonprofit partner in building the Emerald Trail and restoring McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek. This is Groundwork Jacksonville's primary fundraising event of the year which supports our programming and ongoing enhancements to and maintenance of the Emerald Trail.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available to promote your business and support Groundwork Jacksonville! For more information on becoming a sponsor, please contact Leana Cianfoni, Chief Development Officer at 904-257-3230 or Leana@GroundworkJacksonville.org.
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Special thanks to our Title Sponsor VyStar Credit Union, Presenting Sponsor JTC Running and Champion Sponsor Halff Associates; Medal Sponsors: Swisher International, SCAPE and 1st Place Sports; Pacesetter Sponsors: Tom Bush Family of Dealerships, Gateway Jax, Lewis, Longman & Walker, ruckus, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and Volkert; and Race Day Sponsors: Jacobs and HDR.
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