Run for the Reef 10K/5K & One Mile Fun Run

Join BRACE for the 2026 Disaster Dash 5K Run/ Walk!

Located in Seville Square, the Disaster Dash 5K will kick off hurricane season by helping raise awareness of the ways our community can be prepared before, during and after a disaster. The goal is to encourage everyone to become more disaster prepared.

Route:

This super flat course, a 3.1 mile run/walk through beautiful, historic downtown Pensacola will start and end at Seville Square.

Race begins at 7:00 AM.

Test your limits and set new PRs on this picturesque course.

Strollers and registered service animals are permitted on the course.

After Party:

Following the race, join BRACE for the free family-friendly afterparty where you will have the opportunity to learn how YOU can be better prepared for the upcoming hurricane season! There will be a live DJ and booths from our sponsors.

Why Run?

Proceeds from this event will go towards supporting Long-Term Recovery Efforts after a disaster, the Escambia Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), the Pensacola Fire Corps, and education opportunities that make our community more disaster resilient. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to change lives, create memories, and be part of a community that believes in making a difference.

What do I get?

With your paid registration you will receive a race packet which includes goodies from all of our sponsors, a finisher medal and a limited edition race shirt. Shirt sizes are limited and not guaranteed, so sign-up today!

Awards

Awards will be given for top overall, and top two in each age group.

More Information

For more information about what we do and how YOU can become involved, please visit:

https://bereadyalliance.org

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.

A Pensacola Beach Favorite! This is a FUN and HOT American Made event for the entire family. Locals and tourists will love our scenic, flat, and yes, hot 5k. A fun-filled event with a great after-party at the Tiki Bar is the best way to start your celebration.

Registrants will experience a professionally timed race and one of the best Post-Race Parties around, including beer, hot dogs, and watermelon! The Sneaky Tiki will be offering $3 Bloody Mary’s for Race Registrants to enjoy!

Start / Finish

This race starts at 7:30am (Friday, July 4th)

69 Via De Luna, Pensacola Beach, directly across from Springhill Suites Hotel

Parking

Available anywhere you can find a spot. There is ample parking on neighborhood streets off Via De Luna and in some parking lots. Please do not block driveways and respect businesses.

Awards

Overall Top Male and Female Runners Overall Masters Male and Female Runners Overall

Grandmasters Male and Female Runners

Top 3 in each Age Group for Male and Female

Packet Pick Up

Thursday, July 3rd | 2p – 5p | Running Wild Pensacola 3012 E Cervantes St. Pensacola, FL

Race Day Packet Pick Up

Friday, July 4th | 6am – 7am | at the Start Line

Post Race Party

The Post Race Party will be located a couple blocks up from the finish at the Sneaky Tiki Bar (17

Via DeLuna) immediately following the race – Please do not park in the campground.

🌅 2026 Niceville Sunset Stampede 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, July 25, 2026

⏰ 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Starts: 6:30 PM

⏰ 5K Run/Walk Starts: 7:30 PM

📍 Northwest Florida State College – Baseball Parking Lot

Get your neon gear ready and join us for a glowing night of fun supporting the Niceville High School Boys & Girls Cross Country Teams!

Participants will receive neon goodies:

✨ Glow necklaces

✨ Glow bracelets

✨ Neon sweatbands

Awards will be presented for:

🏆 Overall Male & Female

🏆 Age Group Winners

🐶 Dog & stroller friendly!

⚠️ Some areas are dark — glow lights on dogs & strollers are strongly encouraged.

👕 Registration Perks & Deadlines

✔ Shirt size guaranteed if registered by July 10

✔ First 250 registrants guaranteed a race T-shirt

🦅 Early registration closes:

Friday, July 10 at 12 AM

🕡 Regular registration closes:

Friday, July 24 at 12 AM

📝 Race-day registration (on-site only):

5:30 – 7:30 PM

🎟 Packet Pickup

📍 Jeremiah’s Italian Ice

1198 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville

🕓 July 25 | 4:30 – 6:30 PM

📍 Race Day Pickup – NWFSC Baseball Parking Lot

🕠 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Don't worry! If running is not your thing or you are unavailable to participate in person, you can still support the Niceville High School Cross Country Program by making a donation without registering for the race. Simply click the DONATE tab from the menu or email NicevilleXC@gmail for sponsorship opportunities.

There will be NO REFUNDS for any reason, including, but not limited to cancelation or postponement of this Event.

2026 Bushwacker 5K

Over the years, the running event that turns into a tropical beach party has helped organizers raise more than $100,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters and more than $200,000 for other charities. The race begins in Gulf Breeze at the National Seashore and finishes at the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk. Organizers RunPensacola.com, Running Wild and Cap’n Fun Runners say this year’s event will continue the Bushwacker 5k legacy. Come run in Paradise!

Start

This race starts at 7:30 am SHARP! On Gulf Breeze Parkway – a .9 mile warmup walk/run up the bike path from the Live Oak Village Shopping Center, 1143 Gulf Breeze Pkwy.

Finish

This race ends in the parking lot of the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk in front of Bamboo Willie’s

Awards

Overall Top Male and Female Runners, Overall Masters Male and Female Runners, and Overall

Grandmasters Male and Female Runners

Top 3 in each Age Group for Male and Female Runners Top 3 Male and Female Overall Walkers

Packet Pickup

Friday, July 31st | 3p – 6p | Running Wild Pensacola 3012 E Cervantes St. Pensacola, FL

Race Day Packet Pick

Saturday, August 1st | 5:45am – 6:45am | Pensacola Beach Boardwalk at the Finish

Buses

6:00-7:00 AM From the Flag Pole at Pensacola Beach Boardwalk (near finish) to start line on Gulf Breeze Parkway.

(Last bus leaves at 7:00 AM, if you are running late please drive directly to the Live Oak Shopping Center)

8:30-10 AM Buses will run from the Boardwalk back to Live Oak Village Shopping Center.

Buses will run from the Boardwalk back to the Start from 8:30 am to 10:00 am

Party

Our post-race party at Bamboo Willie’s on the Boardwalk (steps away from the finish) will help you cool down with FREE popsicles, cold towels, and a Bushwacker in a souvenir cup. Enjoy live music and maybe enjoy a quick dip in the Sound.