Pensacola's First Annual Bananas Vs. Santas Run (Fun Run Event)
- Date Sat 20th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Pensacola, Florida
- Price $6.30
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for a festive showdown at Pensacola's First Annual Bananas Vs. Santas Run on Saturday, December 20, 2025! Set against the scenic backdrop of South Market at the 3-Mile Bridge in Pensacola, Escambia, this fun run/walk/social event promises a delightful blend of holiday spirit and friendly competition. Participants are encouraged to don their most creative banana or Santa costumes as they join in the festivities, which cater to all fitness levels—whether you're sprinting, jogging, or strolling.
The event kicks off with check-in at 7:30 AM, followed by the Banana vs. Santa Fun Run/Walk at 8:00 AM. Afterward, join us for a lively post-run social featuring food, drinks, and photo opportunities at 9:00 AM. Don't miss the chance to participate in exciting games like the Banana Costume Contest and tug-of-war, and embrace the holiday cheer with friends, family, and even your furry companions! Make sure to join us the night before for a special Gallery Night Street Takeover, where you can meet fellow participants and celebrate the holiday season! Register now for a day full of joy, laughter, and community spirit!
The event kicks off with check-in at 7:30 AM, followed by the Banana vs. Santa Fun Run/Walk at 8:00 AM. Afterward, join us for a lively post-run social featuring food, drinks, and photo opportunities at 9:00 AM. Don't miss the chance to participate in exciting games like the Banana Costume Contest and tug-of-war, and embrace the holiday cheer with friends, family, and even your furry companions! Make sure to join us the night before for a special Gallery Night Street Takeover, where you can meet fellow participants and celebrate the holiday season! Register now for a day full of joy, laughter, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
BANANAS VS. SANTAS RUN/WALK/SOCIAL
Friday, December 20, 2025
Location:
South Market at 3-Mile Bridge, Pensacola, FL
male sign About the Event
Its the ultimate holiday showdown Bananas vs. Santas!
Come dressed in your best banana gear or Santa costume for a fun run/walk/social thats all about festive fun, friendly rivalry, and community spirit.
Whether you sprint, jog, walk, or strut, youre part of the fun!
All fitness levels are welcome.
The small fee helps pay for crossing guards and more, untimed, family-friendly event. Costumes encouraged!
This year we are planning to have a cross guard to allow bridge access from our parking area.
Special Kickoff: Gallery Night Street Takeover!
Join us Friday night, December 19, at Pensacola Gallery Night for a special pre-run social gathering!
Well meet up and take to the streets together decked out in our bananas and Santa suits!
Gallery Night Details:
Downtown Pensacola
Meet-up Time: 6:00 PM at Fleet Feet
Food, drinks, music, and festive fun!
Costume Alert:
Need a Santa suit?
Fleet Feet Pensacola will have Santa & Banana suits available for just $15 stop by before the event to grab yours while supplies last!
Run/Walk Schedule December 20:
7:30 AM Check-in & Festive Meet-up
8:00 AM Banana vs. Santa Fun Run/Walk Start
9:00 AM Post-Run Social (Food, Drinks, Photos!)
FESTIVE GAME FOR BANANAS VS. SANTAS
Banana Costume Contest
Best individual banana, best group banana, and most creative banana costume!
Santa Costume Contest
Best Santa, best Santa family/group, and most hilarious Santa.
Banana Toss Candy Cane Toss
male sign Banana Balance Sprint
Banana Decoration Contest
Relay race where players must stack presents (small boxes) and carry them across a finish line without dropping them!
Classic tug-of-war, but maybe with "Bananas vs. Santas" teams!
Banana Tug-of-War
Important Notes:
This is a fun, social event no timing chips or awards for speed.
Dress up, show up, and have FUN!
Friendly dogs and strollers welcome.
Bring your holiday spirit!
Stay Updated:
Follow Fleet Feet Pensacola on Facebook and Instagram for event updates, costume inspiration, and more surprises leading up to race day!
sparkles Ready to Register?
[Click Here to Sign Up!] (Insert Registration Link)
Friday, December 20, 2025
Location:
South Market at 3-Mile Bridge, Pensacola, FL
male sign About the Event
Its the ultimate holiday showdown Bananas vs. Santas!
Come dressed in your best banana gear or Santa costume for a fun run/walk/social thats all about festive fun, friendly rivalry, and community spirit.
Whether you sprint, jog, walk, or strut, youre part of the fun!
All fitness levels are welcome.
The small fee helps pay for crossing guards and more, untimed, family-friendly event. Costumes encouraged!
This year we are planning to have a cross guard to allow bridge access from our parking area.
Special Kickoff: Gallery Night Street Takeover!
Join us Friday night, December 19, at Pensacola Gallery Night for a special pre-run social gathering!
Well meet up and take to the streets together decked out in our bananas and Santa suits!
Gallery Night Details:
Downtown Pensacola
Meet-up Time: 6:00 PM at Fleet Feet
Food, drinks, music, and festive fun!
Costume Alert:
Need a Santa suit?
Fleet Feet Pensacola will have Santa & Banana suits available for just $15 stop by before the event to grab yours while supplies last!
Run/Walk Schedule December 20:
7:30 AM Check-in & Festive Meet-up
8:00 AM Banana vs. Santa Fun Run/Walk Start
9:00 AM Post-Run Social (Food, Drinks, Photos!)
FESTIVE GAME FOR BANANAS VS. SANTAS
Banana Costume Contest
Best individual banana, best group banana, and most creative banana costume!
Santa Costume Contest
Best Santa, best Santa family/group, and most hilarious Santa.
Banana Toss Candy Cane Toss
male sign Banana Balance Sprint
Banana Decoration Contest
Relay race where players must stack presents (small boxes) and carry them across a finish line without dropping them!
Classic tug-of-war, but maybe with "Bananas vs. Santas" teams!
Banana Tug-of-War
Important Notes:
This is a fun, social event no timing chips or awards for speed.
Dress up, show up, and have FUN!
Friendly dogs and strollers welcome.
Bring your holiday spirit!
Stay Updated:
Follow Fleet Feet Pensacola on Facebook and Instagram for event updates, costume inspiration, and more surprises leading up to race day!
sparkles Ready to Register?
[Click Here to Sign Up!] (Insert Registration Link)
Races
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Bananas vs. Santas
Incl. $1.30 Fee & None
Sat 20th December 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$6.30
To the main section of bridge it is 3.7 miles out and back will be 5k. Santa & Banana costumes available at Fleet Feet while supplies last.
Pensacola's First Annual Bananas Vs. Santas Run (Fun Run Event)
