Sheriff Chad Chronister's Ultimate Run

It's Time For Take off!

TPA's 5K on the Runway

April 11, 2026

This event is like no other in the Tampa Bay area

Participants get the rare opportunity to run on a real airport runway - a truly one-of-a-kind experience!

Amazing food from our own WayPointeTPA.

Spectators are welcome at no additional cost.

Registration includes a race shirt.

Free parking is available.

This race is limited to the first 2,000 participants. There is no onsite registration.

Registration opens January 15, 2026 at 12:00am

Race Fee: $60

Gates Open @ 6:00AM

Runners Move To Start Line @ 7:20AM

Race Starts Promptly @ 8:00AM

Bib/Shirt Pickup Dates:

Tuesday, April 7th (9am - 5pm)

Wednesday, April 8th (9am - 7pm)

Race Day, April 11th (6am - 7am) not available after 7:00am!

Not in Tampa? Sign up for our Virtual 5K.

You pick the path and run when it's convenient for you. We will mail you an awesome TPA 5K shirt with our new finisher medal in April.

The run benefits United Way Suncoast, an organization that supports community outreach programs and provides direct and significant impact to improve the lives of thousands of people in the Tampa Bay area. For more information, visit www.TampaAirport.com/5K

NOTE: All children must be able to complete the course on their own. No strollers or baby carriers permitted.

The Dogs Inc's MacDill's Paws for Heroes 5k promises to be a fun event. It features chip timing on an accurate, but not certified 5k course in a scenic Tampa (Gadsden) park. Runners (and virtual runners) will receive both a shirt and finisher's medal.

The cost to provide a guide dog for a veteran with a visual impairment or a service dog for a veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder is tens of thousands of dollars, yet veterans receive these extraordinary dogs at no cost. All funds raised will benefit the Paws for Patriots (https://dogsinc.org/get-a-dog/) Program. On behalf of American heroes who have sacrificed so much, this program serves active-duty soldiers and retired servicemen and women with the respect and dignity they deserve.

NOTE: Please register by 29 March 2026 to be guaranteed a race shirt.

FAQs

1. What if the race gets canceled because of weather or another uncontrollable event? In the event that we are unable to conduct the event live, everyone will be converted to a virtual runner and we'll distribute your finisher medal and shirts.

2. Can I register the morning of the race? No. The city doesn't allow sales in the park so there will be no race day registration.

3. When is packet pickup? We will have packet pickup on-site at Gadsden Park on race morning beginning at 7 AM.

4. Can I run/walk with my dog? If you will be participating with your service dog, yes! Other dogs will not be allowed on the course due to our insurance requirements.

5. Is there a finisher's medal? Yes, all participants receive both a race shirt and a finisher's medal.

6. Are there age group awards? Yes, awards will be given to 1st through 3rd in ten-year age groups.

7. How does the virtual run work? It is done on an honor system. You can run your 5k at any time and don't have to report your finish. We'll send out your shirt and finisher's medal the week after the race.

8. What is the race course? The race course is about two and a half loops at Gadsden Park. You can preview the route at https://youtu.be/Ggi-WpyOXj4. We'll provide a course map in race day emails and have copies available for viewing during packet pickup.

Join us for our 5th Annual Race for Education 5K on Saturday, April 18, 2026!

The Race for Education 5K is a run/walk to benefit Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS). HCPS and the Hillsborough Education Foundation (HEF) proudly partner for the event. The 2026 Race for Education is April 18, 2026.

Let's pick up the pace for public education as we prepare students for life in Hillsborough County Public Schools! Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels are invited for fun-filled miles in Tampa to support our schools. Participants will enjoy music performances by students throughout the miles!

In addition to the 5k, there is an untimed 1-mile race option. Both the 5k and 1-mile events can be run or walked.

Registration includes a swag bag with a race-day bib, freebies from our partners in education and a shirt.* All finishers receive a medal.

• Race shirt* for all participants

• Post race food and drink

• Goodie bags for all participants

• Finisher medals to all participants 5K/1 Mile

• Awards to Overall 5k Male/Female

• 5k Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place (five-year age groups)

*Close to race day, shirt size choices are available on a first come, first served basis.

Our post-race celebration is like non other in the area! We have giveaways, snacks, and refreshments.

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5k Registration

• $35 Thru January 31st

• $40 from February 1st to March 31st

• $45 Race Day

1-Mile Registration

• $20 Thru Race Day

Packet Pickups:

• Wednesday, April 9. Spurlino YMCA. 9650 Old Big Bend Road, Riverview, FL 33578. 12 - 2 pm/ 6 - 8 pm

• Thursday, April 10. Fit2Run International Plaza. 2223 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, Fl 33607. 12 - 2 pm/ 6 - 8 pm

• Friday, April 11. Blake High School. 1701 N. Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607. 4:30-7:30 pm

• Saturday, April 12 (Race Day!) Blake High School. 1701 N. Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607. 6:30 a.m.

Race Start Times:

5K - 8:00 a.m. (chip timed)

1 Mile Run/Walk - 9:15 a.m. (running time clock)

Awards (5K only) - approximately 9:15 am

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PARKING

Parking is available for free at Blake High School in the parking garage, as well as Stewart Middle Magnet School and Riverwalk STEM Academy at Just Elementary. We recommend all participants access these three parking options via Spruce Street.