Bushwacker 5K
Bushwacker 5K is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Pensacola Beach, FL, with an entry fee of $50.
- Date
- August 1, 2026 (9 days to go)
- Price
- $50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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 Cap’n Fun Runners say this year’s 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 Willie’s
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 Willie’s 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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
92°
Typical Low
75°
Chance of Rain
51%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pensacola Rgnl Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pensacola Beach, FL
Nearest Airport
PNS
Pensacola International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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9
Days to train
- Race
- Bushwacker 5K
- Date
- August 1, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Bushwacker 5K
Aug 1, 2026