Harvest Hustle 5K (Timed & Untimed)
- Date Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic community event at the Harvest Hustle 5K in beautiful Punta Gorda, Charlotte! On Saturday, November 29, 2025, join fellow runners and walkers to burn off those Thanksgiving calories while supporting a great cause. This exciting race will take place at the newly designated Explorers Park, located at 16800 Babcock Trail, Babcock Ranch, FL. The fun kicks off at 8:00 a.m., with both timed and untimed participants starting together, creating an uplifting atmosphere for everyone involved.
Participants can enjoy a flat and fast course along Babcock Trail Road, making it perfect for those looking to set a personal best. Don’t forget to bring along some canned goods or non-perishable items to donate at the packet pickup area, helping to support the Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida. With awards for various age groups and post-race snacks, this event promises not just a run, but a celebration of community spirit. Whether you’re racing for time or enjoying a leisurely stroll, the Harvest Hustle 5K is an event you won’t want to miss!
Participants can enjoy a flat and fast course along Babcock Trail Road, making it perfect for those looking to set a personal best. Don’t forget to bring along some canned goods or non-perishable items to donate at the packet pickup area, helping to support the Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida. With awards for various age groups and post-race snacks, this event promises not just a run, but a celebration of community spirit. Whether you’re racing for time or enjoying a leisurely stroll, the Harvest Hustle 5K is an event you won’t want to miss!
Organiser's Description
Burn off those Thanksgiving Day calories by joining Babcock Ranch Harvest Hustle 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Event donations help support Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, Inc. [https://harrychapinfoodbank.org/]We are accepting donated canned goods and non-perishable items race morning at the packet pickup area.
SHIRTS: Shirts are available while supplies last. If your preferred size is no longer available, please select a different size or choose the NO SHIRT option. The size you select at registration is guaranteed if it is available at the time you register.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office. 42911 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
NEW RACE LOCATON: The RACE LOCATION HAS BEEN CHANGED from Founders Square to EXPLORERS PARK, 16800 BABCOCK TRAIL, BABCOCK RANCH, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free parking is available in EXPLORERS PARK.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. at EXPLORERS PARK.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. at EXPLORERS PARK.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m. sharp. Timed and untimed will start together. Untimed will start in the back.
There will be post-race snacks and awards.
The race is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/].
Bathrooms are located at Explorers Park.
AWARDS:
Age group awards are based on off-chip time.
1st Place Overall Awards - Male & Female.
1st Place Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters - Male & Female
In-person awards to the top three M/F in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Questions:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: Yes, the 5K is chip-timed.
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE SURFACE LIKE?
A: The course is flat and fast on Babcock Trail Road.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: You may run with your dog, but you assume ALL responsibility for your dog. Dogs must be leased and you must pick up after your pooch.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: Yes
RACE CONTACT INFO:
If you have any questions about this race, please contact:
Liz Ogle
EMAIL: [email protected]
TEL: 941.676.7191
SHIRTS: Shirts are available while supplies last. If your preferred size is no longer available, please select a different size or choose the NO SHIRT option. The size you select at registration is guaranteed if it is available at the time you register.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office. 42911 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
NEW RACE LOCATON: The RACE LOCATION HAS BEEN CHANGED from Founders Square to EXPLORERS PARK, 16800 BABCOCK TRAIL, BABCOCK RANCH, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free parking is available in EXPLORERS PARK.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. at EXPLORERS PARK.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. at EXPLORERS PARK.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m. sharp. Timed and untimed will start together. Untimed will start in the back.
There will be post-race snacks and awards.
The race is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/].
Bathrooms are located at Explorers Park.
AWARDS:
Age group awards are based on off-chip time.
1st Place Overall Awards - Male & Female.
1st Place Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters - Male & Female
In-person awards to the top three M/F in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Questions:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: Yes, the 5K is chip-timed.
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE SURFACE LIKE?
A: The course is flat and fast on Babcock Trail Road.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: You may run with your dog, but you assume ALL responsibility for your dog. Dogs must be leased and you must pick up after your pooch.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: Yes
RACE CONTACT INFO:
If you have any questions about this race, please contact:
Liz Ogle
EMAIL: [email protected]
TEL: 941.676.7191
Races
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Harvest Hustle 5K - Timed
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
Harvest Hustle is to benefit Babcock Neighborhood School. All proceeds, after costs, will benefit the school. Beach Bum Timing Company will officially time the race. Race shirts are included, and awards for age groups and overall winners. -
Harvest Hustle 5K - Untimed
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
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