Harvest Hustle 5K (Timed & Untimed)
Harvest Hustle 5K (Timed & Untimed) is a running race on November 28, 2026 in Punta Gorda, FL, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
- Date
- November 28, 2026 (90 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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. 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:
Monday, November 24 & Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42911 Lake Babcock Dr, 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 AM - 7:45 AM at Explorers Park.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 AM - 7:45 AM at Explorers Park.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 AM sharp. Timed and untimed will start together. Untimed will start in the back.
There will be post-race snacks and awards.
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, chipped timing for the 5K timed event, provided by Beach Bum Timing.
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: logle@ccmcnet.com
Tel: 941.676.7191
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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Punta Gorda Charlotte Co Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Punta Gorda, FL
City Elevation
7 ft
Nearest Airport
PGD
Punta Gorda Airport · 1 mi
Major Hub
RSW
Southwest Florida International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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90
Days to train
- Race
- Harvest Hustle 5K (Timed & Untimed)
- Date
- November 28, 2026
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Harvest Hustle 5K (Timed & Untimed)
Nov 28, 2026