St. Pete Run Fest returns this week

Pictured: Finish line 2025. The first St. Pete Run Fest was in 2017.( St. Pete Run Fest )For St. Pete Run Fest organizer Ryan Jordan, it’s all about community impact.The annual event will return to St. Petersburg Friday through Sunday. Registered individuals will be able to participate in half marathon, 10K and 5K races. Jordan said that about 12,000 runners are expected this year.Children can compete in their own runs as well. There’s even a dog walk. Individuals can also attend the Good Sweat Festival, which will feature local artists, live music, food and drinks.Launching the St. Pete Run Fest was a labor of love for Jordan and his brother Keith. They won a request for proposal from the City of St. Petersburg about a decade ago. The first gathering was held in 2017. St. Pete Run Fest organizer Ryan Jordan.( Provided to St. Pete Catalyst )“I think it’s important to have a community-inspired wellness event,” Jordan explained. “It encompasses a couple of really important elements for u