Doc Ford’s National Yucatán Shrimp Day 7K
- Date
- May 23, 2026
- Distance
- 7K Run & Walk · Virtual 7K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
ENTRY NOW OPEN!
From Our Plate to the Pavement, Run for the Shrimp You Love!
To celebrate our National Holiday - National Yucatan Shrimp Day - we invite you to join our 2nd Annual 7K!
Why a 7K? Doc Ford's iconic Yucatan Shrimp recipe features seven key ingredients: Shrimp, Butter, Lime Juice, Garlic, Cilantro, Sambal, and Salt/Pepper.
To celebrate this delicious dish, we're taking those seven ingredients to the streets with a fun, flavorful 7K race!
Race Day Perks at Doc Ford’s:
- We’re opening early at 10 AM so you can fuel up, hang out, and celebrate after the run!
- Photo booth fun to capture those post-race smiles and memories.
- Live Chef Cooking of our legendary Yucatan Shrimp — watch, smell, and taste it fresh off the grill!
- Every race packet includes a FREE mojito card — cash it in and toast to your finish!
- Free drink stations sponsored by RNDC, featuring our Captains for Clean Water cocktails — try the Ghost Orchid!
- Every runner is entered to win a YETI cooler packed with exclusive Doc Ford’s swag — don’t miss your chance!
- Community Fun for All Ages:
- Local community sponsors will have booth setups — come say hi and learn more about their amazing work!
Finish strong, then stick around for lunch, drinks, and a great time with friends and family at Doc Ford’s.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Doc Ford’s National Yucatán Shrimp Day 7K?
- Doc Ford’s National Yucatán Shrimp Day 7K is a running event held in Sanibel, FL. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Doc Ford’s National Yucatán Shrimp Day 7K?
- Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Sanibel, FL at Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille, Sanibel, FL. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Doc Ford’s National Yucatán Shrimp Day 7K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Doc Ford’s National Yucatán Shrimp Day 7K
May 23, 2026