Bill's Beer Run
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Nokomis, Florida
- Price $54.00 - $160.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
With a race limited to just 500 participants, this beloved event sells out quickly, so be sure to register by September 1 to secure your spot and guarantee your shirt size. Join fellow runners along the stunning Gulf of Mexico, enjoy a fantastic post-race party featuring beer, dancing, and delicious hot dogs, and compete for exciting age group awards. Whether you're a local or a visitor, the Bill's Beer Run is the perfect way to embrace the Halloween weekend with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Donβt miss out on this iconic eventβmark your calendars and get ready to run!
Organiser's Description
THIS YEAR'S THEME IS A CELEBRATION OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MANASOTA TRACK CLUB. TO HONOR OUR FOUNDING ERA, THE COSTUME THEME IS THE 1970S, ADDING A PLAYFUL, RETRO VIBE TO ONE OF SARASOTAS MOST BELOVED RACES.
THIS YEAR'S RACE IS LIMITED TO 500 RUNNERS.
REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 1 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE.
_REGISTRATIONS AFTER SEPTEMBER 1 ARE NOT GUARANTEED TO GET A SHIRT AT ALL._
BILLS BEER RUN
This renowned 5-Mile Run was started in 1988 by MTC member Bill Menard as the SOLE FUNDRAISER for our non-profit organization, and it continues to be a highlight of the running year for our local population. Your membership fees and the proceeds from BBR are the only means of fundraising the MTC does.
This longstanding club event sells out quickly and is limited to 500 runners. MTC members enjoy the perk of early registration ensuring they secure their spots. (Non-member registration opens on Aug 1st - if there are any remaining spots.) Long touted as the most fun you can have running five miles! AMAZING race course along the Gulf of Mexico, Halloween weekend, BEER, great race shirts, costumes, 10-deep age group awards, DJ, costume contests, BEER, dancing, hot-dogs, BEER AND MORE!
PACKET PICK-UP TIMES/DATES CLICK HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/40400/PacketPickup/]
PLEASE NOTE:
DUE TO THE COUNTY RESTRICTIONS ON THE SIZE OF THIS RACE AND THE NARROWNESS OF CASEY KEY ROAD STROLLERS AND DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
BBR RACE REGISTRATION
Limited to 500 runners. MTC members get early registration and special pricing.
Non-member registration opens on Aug 1. Non-member registration price is $150.
PUB RUN SERIES
Want to be in a BBR mood all month long, then the Pub Run series is for you!! Your PUB RUN registration includes RACE ENTRY to the BBR 5 Miler on 10/26 AND ENTRY to the 3 or 4 Pub Runs leading up to race day. THE PUB RUN SERIES IS LIMITED TO 100 PEOPLE and takes place in the month of October. Pub Runs will take place on Thursday, October 2, 9, 16 and possibly 23. The Pub Runs give members a chance to run together at different bars around the area, win swag, and socialize, all while supporting the clubs mission to give back to the community while encouraging healthy physical activity.
VIP PACKAGE
Limited to 25 SUPER-SPECIAL MTC members. The VIP package includes: BBR race registration, the Pub Run Series, 10 raffle tickets, special swag _(could be a shirt, could be a hat, whatever it is it'll be COOL!)_ and special VIP treatment on race day including reserved parking on race morning, recognition at the event and knowing that YOU helped to contribute to the student scholarships program. BE A VIP AND FEEL THE LOVE!
PER USATF RULES, GUN TIME IS USED TO DETERMINE PRIZE MONEY WINNERS AND TIME BONUS RECIPIENTS. TAG TIME (CHIP TIME) WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE ALL AGE-GROUP
Races
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5 Mile Run Jack-O-Lantern
Incl. $4.00 Fee & BBR Race Shirt
Sun 26th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$54.00
OPENS TOMORROW -
Pub Run Series Clinking Beer Mugs
Incl. $6.10 Fee & BBR Pub Run Shirt
Sun 26th October 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$91.10
OPENS TOMORROWREGISTERING FOR THE PUB RUN WILL AUTOMATICALLY ENTER YOU INTO THE 5-MILER. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO REGISTER FOR BOTH. -
VIP Package Yellow Heart
Incl. $8.50 Fee & BBR Race Shirt (Guaranteed by 9/1)
Sun 26th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$133.50
OPENS TOMORROWIncludes BBR 5M, PUB RUNs, VIP parking, 10 raffle tickets & special goodie -
BBR NON Members 5 Miler Jack-O-Lantern
Incl. $10.00 Fee & BBR Race Shirt (Guaranteed by 9/1)
Sun 26th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$160.00
OPENS 01 AUGBBR NON Members
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