Bushwacker 5K
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Pensacola Beach, Florida
- Price $38.96
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Bushwacker 5K on Saturday, August 1, 2026, in the beautiful Gulf Breeze, Escambia! This vibrant running event transforms into a tropical beach party, making it a perfect summer outing for runners and spectators alike. Beginning at 7:30 AM sharp, the race kicks off at the National Seashore and concludes at the scenic Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.
Participants will enjoy a stunning 5K course that not only offers a great challenge but also contributes to a good cause, having raised over $300,000 for local charities, including Big Brothers Big Sisters, in past years. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement with a fantastic post-race party at Bamboo Willies, featuring complimentary popsicles, cold towels, and the iconic Bushwacker cocktail served in a souvenir cup. With live music and the pristine waters of the Sound just a stone's throw away, the Bushwacker 5K promises a memorable day of fun, fitness, and community spirit! Don't miss out on running in paradise!
Participants will enjoy a stunning 5K course that not only offers a great challenge but also contributes to a good cause, having raised over $300,000 for local charities, including Big Brothers Big Sisters, in past years. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement with a fantastic post-race party at Bamboo Willies, featuring complimentary popsicles, cold towels, and the iconic Bushwacker cocktail served in a souvenir cup. With live music and the pristine waters of the Sound just a stone's throw away, the Bushwacker 5K promises a memorable day of fun, fitness, and community spirit! Don't miss out on running in paradise!
Organiser's Description
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 Capn Fun Runners say this years 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 Willies
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 Willies 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.
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 Capn Fun Runners say this years 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 Willies
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 Willies 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.
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400 Quietwater Beach Rd, Pensacola Beach, 32561, FL, United States
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