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Best Damn Leftover 5K
Best Damn Leftover 5K is a 5K event held in Safety Harbor, Florida. It was last held on September 26, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 22,500 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Safety Harbor, FL
- Field size
- ~22,500 runners
Race details
- Last held
- September 26, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Safety Harbor, Florida
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 22,500 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the Best Damn Leftover 5K
IMPORTANT UPDATE: THE RACE HAS MOVED BACK TO 110 VETERANS MEMORIAL LANE, SAFETY HARBOR, FL 34695 FOR 2026! THEY FIXED THE DOCKS! Over the last 12 years and 50+ races later, we have accumulated lots of leftover medals, shirts, awards, and more. We wanted to do something creative with all the extra swag, so why not have a 'leftover run'? Participants will take their pick of 10+ race shirts and 20+ race medals, then enjoy a great post-race party with food and libations! Join us on Satu…
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Best Damn Leftover 5K: common questions
- When is the Best Damn Leftover 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Best Damn Leftover 5K held?
- In Safety Harbor, Florida.
- What distances does the Best Damn Leftover 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Best Damn Leftover 5K?
- About 22,500 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Best Damn Leftover 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Best Damn Leftover 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $37 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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