23rd Annual Richard's Run For Life
- Date Fri 6th November 2026
- Time 7:00PM EST
- Location Tampa, Florida
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the 23rd Annual Richard's Run For Life on Friday, November 6, 2026, in the heart of Ybor City, Tampa! This vibrant event will take place at the picturesque Ybor City Centennial Park, located at 1800 E. 8th Ave. Participants can choose to run in a spirited 5K or join the One Block Walk, both designed to support the Tampa General Hospital's Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Program.
Join the race festivities starting with pre-race pick-up on November 4th and 5th at the Columbia Museum, leading up to the main event where the 5K kicks off at 7 PM, followed by the One Block Walk at 7:10 PM. With a mission to raise awareness and funding for vital cancer research, Richard's Run for Life not only promises an exhilarating race but also an opportunity to celebrate life with friends and family. Enjoy delicious food and beverages from the renowned brands of the 1905 Family of Restaurants, creating a festive atmosphere in Centennial Park. Whether you're a runner, walker, or supporter, mark your calendars and join us in this important fight against cancer!
Join the race festivities starting with pre-race pick-up on November 4th and 5th at the Columbia Museum, leading up to the main event where the 5K kicks off at 7 PM, followed by the One Block Walk at 7:10 PM. With a mission to raise awareness and funding for vital cancer research, Richard's Run for Life not only promises an exhilarating race but also an opportunity to celebrate life with friends and family. Enjoy delicious food and beverages from the renowned brands of the 1905 Family of Restaurants, creating a festive atmosphere in Centennial Park. Whether you're a runner, walker, or supporter, mark your calendars and join us in this important fight against cancer!
Organiser's Description
RICHARDS RUN FOR LIFE IS RETURNING TO YBOR CITY!
RACE WALK PARTY
_ THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER _
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Ybor City Centennial Park
1800 E. 8th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
PRE-RACE PICK UP
Wed., Nov. 4th
11 AM - 2 PM
Columbia Museum
2029 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
Thurs., Nov. 5th
4 PM - 7 PM
Columbia Museum
2029 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
6:00 PM Race Day Pick Up Opens
7:00 PM 5K Start
7:10 PM One Block Walk Start
8:00 PM Awards
The 2026 5K and One Block Walk through the streets of the historic district will support Tampa General Hospitals Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer program. Earlier this year, Richard Gonzmart, 4th Generation Caretaker of Tampas 1905 Family Of Restaurants (and the events originator), made a $1 million gift for the TGH program along with his wife, Melanie.
The Richard & Melanie Gonzmart Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program at the Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute provides comprehensive, specialized cancer care for patients aged 1539. As one of Floridas leading academic health systems, we ensure every young person has access to world-class care, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Cancer in adolescence and young adulthood creates challenges that are distinct from those faced by pediatric or older adult patients. Our program is designed to bridge these gaps with seamless transitions, specialized services, innovative treatments and supportive resources tailored to the medical, emotional, social and financial needs of young adults.
In 2003, Gonzmart founded Richards Run For Life through the Gonzmart Family Foundation to fund cancer research at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. So many of our lives, especially our youths' lives, have been touched by cancer, Richard said. My passion is to find a cure. The signature run paused in 2024 to give the hardworking team a well-earned breather but the commitment to curing cancer never wavered.
In 2025, Richards Run instead switched to creating a race team in support of Miles For Moffitt. Participation was in addition to the Gonzmart Family Foundation supporting Moffitt through the 1905 Familys annual Community Harvest fundraiser.
Returning the evening race to Ybor City in 2026 means that brands of the 1905 Family Of Restaurants also will return to help participants party in Centennial Park on Nov. 6 by serving their respective food and beverages. That includes beer, wine and delicious offerings from Columbia Restaurant, Ulele and Casa Santo Stefano.
RUN WITH US. WALK WITH US. CELEBRATE LIFE WITH US!
Not running? No problem! Buy a ticket to dine at Centennial Park!
JOIN THE MOVEMENT. FEEL THE ENERGY. TAKE THE STEPS.
This November in Ybor City, lets make memories, raise our voices and keep moving forward until we finish cancer for good.
RACE WALK PARTY
_ THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER _
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Ybor City Centennial Park
1800 E. 8th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
PRE-RACE PICK UP
Wed., Nov. 4th
11 AM - 2 PM
Columbia Museum
2029 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
Thurs., Nov. 5th
4 PM - 7 PM
Columbia Museum
2029 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
6:00 PM Race Day Pick Up Opens
7:00 PM 5K Start
7:10 PM One Block Walk Start
8:00 PM Awards
The 2026 5K and One Block Walk through the streets of the historic district will support Tampa General Hospitals Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer program. Earlier this year, Richard Gonzmart, 4th Generation Caretaker of Tampas 1905 Family Of Restaurants (and the events originator), made a $1 million gift for the TGH program along with his wife, Melanie.
The Richard & Melanie Gonzmart Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program at the Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute provides comprehensive, specialized cancer care for patients aged 1539. As one of Floridas leading academic health systems, we ensure every young person has access to world-class care, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Cancer in adolescence and young adulthood creates challenges that are distinct from those faced by pediatric or older adult patients. Our program is designed to bridge these gaps with seamless transitions, specialized services, innovative treatments and supportive resources tailored to the medical, emotional, social and financial needs of young adults.
In 2003, Gonzmart founded Richards Run For Life through the Gonzmart Family Foundation to fund cancer research at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. So many of our lives, especially our youths' lives, have been touched by cancer, Richard said. My passion is to find a cure. The signature run paused in 2024 to give the hardworking team a well-earned breather but the commitment to curing cancer never wavered.
In 2025, Richards Run instead switched to creating a race team in support of Miles For Moffitt. Participation was in addition to the Gonzmart Family Foundation supporting Moffitt through the 1905 Familys annual Community Harvest fundraiser.
Returning the evening race to Ybor City in 2026 means that brands of the 1905 Family Of Restaurants also will return to help participants party in Centennial Park on Nov. 6 by serving their respective food and beverages. That includes beer, wine and delicious offerings from Columbia Restaurant, Ulele and Casa Santo Stefano.
RUN WITH US. WALK WITH US. CELEBRATE LIFE WITH US!
Not running? No problem! Buy a ticket to dine at Centennial Park!
JOIN THE MOVEMENT. FEEL THE ENERGY. TAKE THE STEPS.
This November in Ybor City, lets make memories, raise our voices and keep moving forward until we finish cancer for good.
Races
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5K & Party
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed if Registered by 10/16/26
Fri 6th November 2026 (7:00PM EST)
$54.00
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1 Block Walk & Party
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed if Registered by 10/16/26
Fri 6th November 2026 (7:10PM EST)
$43.40
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Richard's Run Party in the Park
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Fri 6th November 2026 (7:00PM EST)
$38.10
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1800 E 8th Ave., Tampa, 33605, FL, United States
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