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Hammond’s Candies to Sweeten the Day…

This year’s Great Candy Run will feature a candy buffet sponsored by Hammond’s Candies.

October 14, 2014 Read More
Event News

The Great Candy Run Heading to Denver in a Few Short Weeks

The 11th annual Great Candy Run is gearing up to offer the sweetest finish ever, set for November 9th.

October 7, 2014 Read More
Community

Jacksonville Students go for 100!

Jacksonville Beach Elementary students have committed to completing 100 miles during the school year.

September 25, 2014 Read More
Community

Jacksonville Beach Elementary to Complete 100 Miles

The Great Candy Run will cater to students from Jacksonville Beach Elementary working to complete 100 miles.

September 16, 2014 Read More
Event News

The Great Candy Run Announces Black Knight Financial As Presenting Sponsor

The Great Candy Run welcomes Jacksonville-based Black Knight Financial Services as presenting sponsor.

September 11, 2014 Read More
Event News

Sweet Pete’s Is Scooping Up And Dishing Out A New Event

Sweet Pete’s returns as official candy sponsor and presents the Tiny Tot Trot, a free 200-yard dash for kids under 5.

September 5, 2014 Read More
Event News

Sweetest Race in Town

The Great Candy Run returns to Atlantic Beach on September 27th with an array of sweet treats.

August 28, 2014 Read More
Community

Sweet Staff

We are not only The Great Candy Run, but a real charity with an amazing volunteer management team behind it.

August 26, 2014 Read More
Community

Sweet at Any Age

We are about you, the amazing participants that inspire us on a daily basis.

July 13, 2014 Read More
Community

Family Fun and The Candy Run 5K

The Great Candy Run is an event full of whole-family fun — and why we’ve been voted one of the best 5Ks.

May 27, 2014 Read More
Foundation News

Our Sponsors & Finding a Cure for Fetal Syndromes

The Great Candy Run is here to support families affected by a fetal syndrome, promote awareness, and fund research.

May 16, 2014 Read More
Community

Sweet Fun is the Key to a Healthy Lifestyle

This nostalgic candy theme draws people of all ages and gets them moving!

April 29, 2014 Read More
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