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Publix Run To The Arts -An Artsy 5K

  • November 2024
  • By Gulf Harbour

5K. Walk or run, race or fun. At the one and only ArtFest Fort Myers. Join the fun February 2 at 8 a.m. in Downtown Fort Myers – it is only $38 for an activity-filled morning. It is easy to register – RunToTheArts.com.

Lace up your shoes and register for Publix Run To The Arts to reserve your collectable Run T-shirt featuring the original artwork of artist Alex Deriy. Early morning warm-up with Coach Che of Increase the Peach, a yummy post-race breakfast, medals including special awards for top finishers complete the Run To The Arts experience.

“Publix Run To The Arts is a perfect way to begin your Sunday on February 2,” explains Sharon McAllister, Founder of ArtFest Fort Myers. “Health and fitness, arts and culture, friends and family, and the scenic beauty of the Fort Myers waterfront – what more could you ask for? In our view it is all about quality of life in our community.”

Publix Run to the Arts is a fun 5K with an artsy twist – this full morning kicks off Sunday at ArtFest Fort Myers with exceptional art, entertainment, and interactive art activities. Runners and their guests will be the first to sneak a peek at the artist booths on Sunday morning, even before the festival opens to the public. In keeping with the spirit of the fine art festival, runners will also be invited to take part in creating a public art piece! Not a runner or walker? Join the fun as race day volunteer and receive an artsy Volunteer Shirt and preferred parking. To volunteer visit RunToTheArts. com and click on Volunteer.

Run to the Arts is made possible by the generous support of Publix, a 23-year sponsor of ArtFest Fort Myers, who is carrying on its tradition of being the kind of company a community can count on. Publix invites you to start your day with an invigorating run or walk and a healthy breakfast … then feed your mind and spirit at ArtFest Fort Myers.

ArtFest Fort Myers, the annual juried fine art festival, takes place February 1 and 2, 2025 in the Fort Myers River District. Join the experience with 200 professional artists from across the county; dynamic stage; tasty food; the largest high school art exhibit and competition in south Florida and free interactive art experiences for children of all ages.

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RunToTheArts.com or contact

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Quick Facts

WHAT

Run To The Arts – the artsy 5K created by ArtFest Fort Myers, Southwest Florida’s premier art festival

WHEN

February 2, 2025

WHERE

Downtown Fort Myers River

District on Edwards Drive

COST

$38

REGISTER

RunToTheArts.com

PARKING

Parking lots adjacent to festival, street parking and city garages