Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

A History of the MCL/TEL Semper Fi 5K Charity Run for Children The origin of the run was as a fundraiser for the children and families of the Marines and Sailors who had perished in the Marine Barracks Beirut, Lebanon terrorist bombing attack on October 23, 1983. Marine 1stLt Chris Holzworth, having recently reported to the Marine Air Training and Support Group-21 (MATSG-21), Naval Air Station Pensacola, for flight training, presented the idea for the charity run to the CommandingOfficer, Colonel Robert “Bull” Bland, USMC. MATSG-21 adopted the idea and became the first sponsor of the event, initially named The Beirut Relief 10K Run. Colonel Bland assigned 1st Lt Chris Holzworth, who had initiated the idea, as the first Race Director. NAS Pensacola hosted the first run on Armed Forces Day in May 1984 with Brigadier General Joseph Hoar, USMC representing Headquarters Marine Corps and receiving the proceeds of the race. Over 500 military and civilian runners participated in that first eve

2026 Downtown Pensacola 5K Justice Jog / 1 Mile (ish) Fun Run & Street Party. All proceeds from the Downtown Justice Jog will benefit AWKO Justice Foundation scholarship fund for local high-school seniors! The course is a 3.1 mile course and approximately a 1-mile kids fun run through historic downtown Pensacola. Come dressed as your favorite Superhero! Following the race we will host a family friendly street party! Join us for the free Beer Garden, complimentary food tastings from local restaurants, a Kids Zone & so much more! With your paid registration you will receive a race packet including goodies from all of our sponsors and a limited edition race shirt. Shirt sizes are limited so sign-up today! Packet Pick-Up: Thursday, November 12, 2pm-6pm, Fleet Feet, 236 W Garden Street, Pensacola Friday, November 13, 2pm - 6pm, AWKO, 17 E Main Street, Pensacola  Race Day: Saturday, November 14, 6:30am-7:30am, AWKO, 17 E Main Street, Pensacola

The SEC Soccer Tournament is coming to Pensacola November 8 - 15. Kids ages 9 - 12 can have the chance to participate in a Youth Clinic where players from the two semi-final teams will be in attendance to teach them the basics of soccer. Get a chance to meet and pass the ball with an SEC Student-Athletes.

Please join us as we honor the life of Brien Pursell at our family’s annual sunset 5k on Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Seville Quarter in Downtown Pensacola. The Last Mile is on mission to help develop, improve, and save lives by bringing awareness to safer streets and youth programs in our community. Brien was tragically killed while running on November 21, 2016 in Gulf Breeze, FL. This run is a gathering of family and friends to celebrate his life and his legacy. If you had the privilege of knowing Brien, you were changed by him for the better. His moments on earth gave those around him more than we could ever lose. This sunset run will be held in Downtown Pensacola with the route taking you through some of Brien’s favorite sights downtown will start at 4.30pm. An after party will follow with booths from our sponsors and benefactors, along with food, drinks, silent auction and awards. All proceeds benefit the local organizations listed on our website. For more information, please visi

What better way to start off Thanksgiving Day than by running through the heart of Downtown Pensacola? After last years rave about the course, we’re not changing it. This Pensacola Turkey Trot has been voted one of the best 5K courses in Pensacola. BYOM (the “M” is for Mimosas.)Feel like celebrating after the Run? Want to raise a glass and cheers to all that you are Thankful for with your fellow runners? Then go ahead and do it.  Our team has been able to pull the permit to allow you to cheers with your drink of choice after the event.  So pack up your coolers and come celebrate after the run. Start & Finish This race starts and finishes in front of Seville Square 399 S Alcaniz StPensacola, FL Parking There is ample street parking in the area, and city rules are enforced; payment is required after 2 hours. Awards Overall Top Male and FemaleOverall Masters Male and FemaleOverall Grandmasters Male and FemaleTop 3 in each Age Group for Male and FemaleTop 3 Male and Female Walker Party

The Annual Runway 5k will take place at 10 am on the runway at the Pensacola International Airport! Join us for an exciting and unique 5k on the RUNWAY. All registered participants receive an event t-shirt. Proceeds benefit the USO of Northwest Florida. For more info about the USO, visit https://northwestflorida.uso.org. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to RUN ON THE RUNWAY!

A Pensacola CLASSIC! This FUN Holiday 5k is for the entire family. Bring the kids and hustle along the scenic course, drink hot chocolate, and experience holiday cheer. Party: A fun holiday-themed party for the whole family to enjoy after the race! Delicious Christmas-y treats & hot chocolate, pictures with Santa. Awards Overall Top Male and Female, Overall Masters Male and Female, Overall Grandmasters Male and Female, Top 3 in each Age Group for Male and Female, Top 3 Male and Female Walkers. Packet Pick Up Info Friday, December 11thLocation: Running Wild, 3012 E Cervantes St, Pensacola, FL 32503Time: 3 pm – 6 pmRace Day, Saturday, December 12thLocation:  Running Wild, 3012 E Cervantes St, Pensacola, FL 32503Time: 6:30 am – 7:30 amRace Start Time 8 AMNo Refunds. You may transfer your registration up until two weeks prior to race day, please contact administration.

From the white-sand shores of Big Lagoon State Park to the storied walls of Fort Morgan Historic Site, this 50 Mile and 50K journey is more than a race — it’s a coastal odyssey. Runners begin at sunrise beneath whispering pines and the salty breeze of the Gulf Coast. The air hangs thick with anticipation as feet press into soft sand and smooth coastal pavement, tracing the edge of emerald waters. Pelicans glide overhead. The rhythm of the tide sets the tempo. The course stretches west, hugging the raw beauty of the Gulf shoreline. Long, runnable sections invite you to find your stride, while rolling bridges and exposed causeways test both grit and focus. The sun climbs higher, casting a golden shimmer across the water — beautiful, relentless, unforgettable. For 50K athletes, the challenge is bold and bracing — a fast, scenic test of endurance where sea air fills your lungs and every mile feels earned. For 50 Mile runners, the day becomes an expedition. Miles stack quietly. Conversation

A Holiday tradition for the whole family. Run or walk the one-mile course then stay to enjoy the Pensacola Annual Christmas Parade. Costumes are strongly encouraged 1st place prize to the overall male and female finishers Special pricing for children up to 13 years old. Packet Pickup and Late Registration Friday, December 11th from 3-6pm at Running Wild Saturday, December 12th from 3-4:00pm at Plaza Ferdinand S. Palafox St.(across from Jackson's Steak House)

Real quick, other fun events! Facebook Group Page: Follow Finisher Medal, all registrants after 7/19 price Increase gets a finisher medal.  🍌 Banana Bay Run 2026 📅 Saturday, December 19, 2026 📍 Andy D’s at the 3‑Mile Bridge 📍 Event Address: 905 East Gregory St., Pensacola, FL  🎒 Packet PickupFleet Feet Pensacola 236 W Garden St, Downtown  🗓️ December 14–18 ⏰ 10 AM – 6 PM Those that order a Banana Finisher Medal at the finish line. Day‑of registration: $38  🎉 Event OverviewThe Banana Bridge Run is back — bigger, brighter, and more bananas than ever. Join us on the iconic 3‑Mile Bridge for a morning of movement, costumes, community, and the most legendary banana‑themed games in Pensacola. Whether you’re running to the top, strolling with friends, or just here for the spectacle, this event is all about joy, connection, and full‑tilt banana energy.  🏃 Choose Your Distance🚶 1 Mile Walk🏃 2 Mile Run/Walk🌉

3rd Annual "Light up the Night" Glow Run - an opportunity to run for a cause! The goal: Raise awareness to help end Human Trafficking.   Who: all ages & pets welcome What: 5k run/ 1 mile walk | glow in the dark elements along the route Run t-shirt provided at packet pick upSwag bag will include glow bracelets  Where: Beautiful East Hill with the start/ finish/ after party at Bayview Park.   So gather your group, plan your GLOW outfits (get creative: Think LED tutus, glowing dog leashes and Christmas lights on your strollers)  and let's LIGHT UP THE NIGHT to end human trafficking !

The Circle K Double Bridge Run is one of the premier 15K races in the country.  The 15K carries runners over two bridges, across Pensacola Bay and Santa Rosa Sound. It will run from downtown Pensacola with a tour that includes the historic district, and picturesque Bayfront Parkway, a run through Gulf Breeze, and onto Pensacola Beach. There is much to see and lots to do in Pensacola, Gulf Breeze and Pensacola Beach. This event is an ideal winter getaway. Natural beauty, outdoor enjoyment, history, art, entertainment and shopping are there for you and your friends – take the opportunity for a long, true destination weekend. Visit doublebridgerun.com for more information

Join the Krewe du YaYas at our 14th Annual I Pink I Can Run 4 miler run/walk for breast cancer on 2/27/27 !  Participate live and in person at The Flora-Bama, or for our friends near and far...virtually on February 20th THRU Feb. 27th, 2027.   How will this work?? Participate live and in person at The Flora-Bama or virtually in your own neighborhood, at a local park, or even a treadmill. For those that choose the virtual option.. Sign up now, and then gather some friends, decide on a route, and, of course, plan how you'll celebrate after you rock your 4 miler!!  **** Virtual participants: MUST complete their event between February 20th and February  27th, 2027. Virtual Race participants are not eligible for prizes.    Rates: $35 thru Wednesday, Feb. 24th, 2027.  ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON 2/24/27 at 12 noon.  Rates go up to $40 at packet pick up and race day!      ***Shirt sizing guaranteed if registered by 1/30/2027.... First 750 to register are guaranteed a shirt. Size an

Come enjoy the beauty and challenge of running an 8k trail at Big Lagoon State Park. All participants will enjoy a pancake and bacon breakfast at the Governor's Pavilion after the race. Big Lagoon State Parks has a sensitive wildlife and environmental community which requires protection, therefore PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE RUN. PETS ARE ONLY WELCOME IN THE CAMPGROUND. REMINDER: THE SPEED LIMIT FOR BIG LAGOON IS 25 MPH SO PLEASE MAINTAIN THAT SPEED FOR BOTH ENTERING AND EXITING THE PARK. Packet Pickup is Friday, February 26 from 2-6 pm at Running Wild and Saturday, February 27 from 6-645 am at Big Lagoon Governor's Pavilion Parking Lot.

First Annual Campus Camino 5K Join us for the First Annual Campus Camino 5K, a fun, family-friendly event that brings our community together in support of student success at the University of West Florida. Whether you’re running for a personal best, walking with friends, or cheering from the sidelines, everyone is welcome to participate. Open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, the Campus Camino 5K is an opportunity to enjoy an active morning while making a meaningful impact. Proceeds benefit Catholic Argos Campus Ministry’s programming that fosters leadership, service, community, and faith-based student engagement throughout the year. Come be part of a new tradition and help make the First Annual Campus Camino 5K a memorable event for our campus and the greater Pensacola community!

16th Annual Navy Federal Credit Union - Pensacola 5K When: Saturday, April 11, 2026 Where: Seville Quarter 130 E. Government St., Pensacola, FL 32502 The race beneficiary is Vet's Wish. Course will open to traffic one hour after the start of the race. Timing for this event is provided by Good Times Event Services. Awards are given for top male/female/hand cyclist or wheelchair user overall finishers and top three male/female user in each age group. Water is provided during and after the race, and food and refreshments are available at the post-race gathering.   Race Category & Pricing Adult (General Public) $18 through March 28  $23 March 29 - April 11  NFCU Employee/Contractor/Active Duty/Retired Military $15 through March 28 $20 March 29 - April 11 Youth (5-13) $15 flat fee *Children 4 and under are free!* Group Rate (minimum of 10)  $15 per person through March 28 $20 per person March 29 - April 11 Race Day $25 for all race categories (excluding Youth) $15 for

Pensacola Pickles and Wings Family Festival: PENSACOLA FOOD FIGHT FUN RUN Dress Like Your Favorite Food. Get ready for one of Pensacola’s most deliciously fun runs! The Food Fight Fun Run brings together runners, walkers, families, friends, and food lovers for a colorful kickoff to the Pensacola Pickles and Wings Family Festival. Choose your distance, dress as your favorite food, and hit the course surrounded by pizza, pickles, tacos, donuts, burgers, wings and whatever crazy food creations show up! Run it. Walk it. Dress up. Bring a team. Come for the Fun Run and stay for a full day of food trucks, local vendors, entertainment, games, activities, awards and festival fun. You don’t have to be the fastest. Just bring your appetite for fun. May 15, 2027 Bartram Park 211 Bayfront Parkway Pensacola, FL 32502 Pick your food. Pick your distance. Join the Food Fight! When you cross the finish line, walk right over to Fountain Park and Seville Square and enjoy the Pensacola Pickles and Wings

The 2026 Firecracker 5K will be held in historic downtown Pensacola and benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida. The race starts and ends at Seville Quarter and invites both runners and walkers to join the fun. Celebrate our Fourth of July themed race by wearing your red, white, and blue! Following the 5K is the Kids Fun Run. Pick up your finisher's medal and grab a drink to enjoy giveaways and more at our McDonald's After Party inside Seville Quarter! Registration Deadline: Please note that regular registration ends on Thursday, July 2nd at 11:59pm and late registration pricing of $50 will be in effect from Friday, July 3rd at 12:00AM until the race start time on Saturday, July 4th. Packet Pickup: Please pick up your race packet on Friday, July 3rd from 4:00-7:00pm at Apple Annie's within Seville Quarter (130 E Government St, Pensacola, FL 32502). Packet pickup is also available on race day from 6:00-6:45am within Seville Quarter.