Death by 5k Coldwater Creek
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How does Death by 5K Coldwater Creek work?
Death by 5K Coldwater Creek is a 24-hour trail event at Adventures Unlimited Outdoor Center, 8974 Tomahawk Landing Rd. in Milton, starting Saturday, February 13, 2027, at 8 a.m. Central. Runners start a 5K loop every 2.5 hours, ten laps in all, and rest between laps. The loop is mostly single-track with roots, rocks and sandy roads along Coldwater Creek. Entry is $165, and the field is capped at 175.
About This Event
Death by 5k is coming BACK to Florida!
Think you have what it takes to finish the Death by 5k challenge?
Taking place at the beautiful property of Adventures Unlimited Outdoor Center, Death by 5k requires participants to run (or walk) ten 5ks over 24 hours, starting each 5k 2.5 hours apart. (8 am, 1030 am, 1 pm, 330 pm, 6 pm, 830 pm, 11 pm, 130 am, 4 am, 630 am)
Race HQ will be the event venue known as The Barn and the course will be a loop through the property, alongside Coldwater Creek. The route will be mostly single track with lots of roots and some rocks, along with some atv packed sand roads.
Hot food will be served at 830 am, 130 pm, 9 pm and 430 am. Snacks will be available throughout the event. Water and Gatorade will be available as well.
Participants can spend time between 5ks in a camping tent, hammock, under a pop up tent, or in their vehicles. Tent campsites will be available in the adjacent grass field. These sites are $20 for one tent, up to four people per tentsite. The tent camping fee will be collected at packet pick up. The tent camping field will have plenty of room and sites will be first come first served. The tent camping field is within a short walk to the start line and race hq.
Participants will receive an event shirt, along with other event swag. Finishers will receive one of the coveted handmade finisher's coffin.
Initial registration will be limited to 175 participants. After that, a waitlist will be opened. Additional participants may be selected if slots are opened.
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24 Hour Challenge
$165.00
+ $10.90 processing fee
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time are the Death by 5K Coldwater Creek laps?
Laps start at 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 8:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. Saturday, then 1:30 a.m., 4 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. Sunday, all Central time.
Can you camp at Death by 5K Coldwater Creek?
Yes. Tent sites in the grass field next to the course are $20 per tent for up to four people, first come, first served, paid at packet pickup. You can also rest in a hammock, pop-up or your vehicle between laps.
Is food provided at Death by 5K?
Yes. Hot food is served at 8:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 9 p.m. and 4:30 a.m., with snacks, water and Gatorade the whole time.
What do Death by 5K finishers get?
An event shirt and swag, and finishers get a handmade finisher's coffin.
Can I transfer or defer my Death by 5K entry?
There are no refunds. You can defer to next year or move to another Death by 5K venue for $25, or transfer your entry to a friend for $25 at least two weeks before the event.
Can friends run laps with me at Death by 5K?
No. Only registered runners can run with the field, but family and friends can stay onsite overnight.
When is Death by 5k Coldwater Creek 2027?
Death by 5k Coldwater Creek takes place on Saturday, February 13, 2027 in Milton, Florida.
What distances does Death by 5k Coldwater Creek offer?
Death by 5k Coldwater Creek features a 50K.
Where does Death by 5k Coldwater Creek take place?
Death by 5k Coldwater Creek is held at 8974 Tomahawk Landing Rd in Milton, Florida (Central Florida). See the course maps section on this page for route details where available.
How much does Death by 5k Coldwater Creek cost?
Registration for Death by 5k Coldwater Creek is currently $165 for the 24 Hour Challenge, plus a registration processing fee. That is the final price; registration closes February 10.
How do I register for Death by 5k Coldwater Creek?
Registration is online — use the Register button on this page to sign up through the race's official registration page. Registering early usually means lower entry fees.
Is there a promo code for Death by 5k Coldwater Creek?
Discounts are set by the race organizer and appear on the official registration page when active. The most reliable way to pay less is registering early — most Florida races raise prices as race day gets closer.
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