Pensacola's First Annual Bananas Vs. Santas Run (Fun Run Event)
- Date Sat 20th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Pensacola, Florida
- Price $16.90
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for a festive showdown at Pensacola's First Annual Bananas Vs. Santas Run! Join us on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the scenic South Market at 3-Mile Bridge, Pensacola, Escambia, for a delightful day filled with holiday cheer and community spirit. This family-friendly event features a fun, untimed 5K run and a one-mile walk, making it perfect for participants of all fitness levels.
Embrace the festive atmosphere by donning your best banana or Santa costume, with costume pickups available at Fleet Feet leading up to the event. Registration costs contribute to hiring a road crossing guard, ensuring a safe experience for everyone. The day kicks off at 6:30 AM for check-in and socializing, followed by the fun run/walk starting at 8:00 AM. Afterward, join us for a post-run celebration featuring food, drinks, and games! Plus, don't miss the pre-run festivities at Gallery Night on December 19, where you can connect with fellow participants while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of downtown Pensacola. Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day of fun and holiday spirit!
Embrace the festive atmosphere by donning your best banana or Santa costume, with costume pickups available at Fleet Feet leading up to the event. Registration costs contribute to hiring a road crossing guard, ensuring a safe experience for everyone. The day kicks off at 6:30 AM for check-in and socializing, followed by the fun run/walk starting at 8:00 AM. Afterward, join us for a post-run celebration featuring food, drinks, and games! Plus, don't miss the pre-run festivities at Gallery Night on December 19, where you can connect with fellow participants while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of downtown Pensacola. Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day of fun and holiday spirit!
Organiser's Description
THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT. BUT,
If you come to Fleet Feet BEFORE 6PM TODAY you can register without a bib for $20. We still have Santa suits for $15 also.
Morning of registration will be $20. 6:30a - 7:30a (No bib will be given)
$15 Santa Suits will be available for purchase on-site. Banana suits have sold out.
EMAIL: [email protected]
BANANAS VS. SANTA'S RUN/WALK/SOCIAL
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Location:
South Market at 3-Mile Bridge, Pensacola, FL
SUITS!
If you ordered a suit, they will be available for pickup at Fleet Feet the week of the event.
If you did not choose to order a suit via signup, you can purchase one at Fleet Feet.
male sign About the Event
Its the ultimate holiday showdown Bananas vs. Santas!
(This is a untimed 5k) Run 5k, walk a mile, just hang out and play or watch the games or eat. The $$ from registration is for hiring a road crossing guard to anyone hitting the bridge.
COSTUME PICKUP! (The week leading up to the event, costumes will be available for pickup at Fleet Feet located 236 w garden st. Downtown Pensacola. Advised against, however we will have them morning of the event!)
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 Nov. 19th (Free to anyone)
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:
6:30 - 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!)
THIS IS A SELF-TIMED EVENT! THERE IS NO TIMING SYSTEM TO KEEP TRACK OF YOUR TIME.
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!
If you come to Fleet Feet BEFORE 6PM TODAY you can register without a bib for $20. We still have Santa suits for $15 also.
Morning of registration will be $20. 6:30a - 7:30a (No bib will be given)
$15 Santa Suits will be available for purchase on-site. Banana suits have sold out.
EMAIL: [email protected]
BANANAS VS. SANTA'S RUN/WALK/SOCIAL
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Location:
South Market at 3-Mile Bridge, Pensacola, FL
SUITS!
If you ordered a suit, they will be available for pickup at Fleet Feet the week of the event.
If you did not choose to order a suit via signup, you can purchase one at Fleet Feet.
male sign About the Event
Its the ultimate holiday showdown Bananas vs. Santas!
(This is a untimed 5k) Run 5k, walk a mile, just hang out and play or watch the games or eat. The $$ from registration is for hiring a road crossing guard to anyone hitting the bridge.
COSTUME PICKUP! (The week leading up to the event, costumes will be available for pickup at Fleet Feet located 236 w garden st. Downtown Pensacola. Advised against, however we will have them morning of the event!)
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 Nov. 19th (Free to anyone)
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:
6:30 - 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!)
THIS IS A SELF-TIMED EVENT! THERE IS NO TIMING SYSTEM TO KEEP TRACK OF YOUR TIME.
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!
Races
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Bananas vs. Santas
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 20th December 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$16.90
CLOSEDThis is a self-timed run/walk. 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. Crazy fun games will be played once the majority of everyone get back from 3 mile bridge run/walk. Photos with props, friends, banana themed adult drinks and food at South Market.
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