Pensacola Banana Bridge Run Dec. 19th is a running race on December 19, 2026 in Pensacola, FL, with an entry fee of $15.
Finisher Medal, all registrants after 7/19 price Increase gets a finisher medal.
Purchase of finisher medal can be done on-site or at Fleet Feet.
🍌 Banana Bay Run 2026
📅 Saturday, December 19, 2026 📍 Bartram Park Pensacola
📍 Event Address: 211 Bayfront Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32502
🎒 Packet Pickup
Fleet Feet Pensacola 236 W Garden St, Downtown
🗓️ December 14–18
⏰ 10 AM – 6 PM
Day‑of registration: $30
🎉 Event Overview
The Banana Run is back — bigger, brighter, and more bananas than ever. Join us on the Bay Front for a morning of movement, costumes, community, and the most legendary banana‑themed games in Pensacola.
Whether you’re running to the top, strolling with friends, or just here for the spectacle, this event is all about joy, connection, and full‑tilt banana energy.
🏃 Choose Your Distance
🚶 1 Mile Walk
🏃 2 Mile Run/Walk
🌉 3 Mile Run (to the 3 mile bridge)
🎈 Or simply come for the games, cheering, and festivities
🍌 Costumes & Gear
Pre‑ordered banana suits available during packet pickup
Limited suits available in‑store and on event morning
👉 Pro tip: Costumes go fast — grab yours early.
⏰ Event Schedule
6:30 – 7:30 AM → Check‑In & Festive Meet‑Up
8:00 AM → Run/Walk Start
9:00 AM → Post‑Run Social & Banana Games
📍 All activities at Bartram Park
👟 Grand Prize: FREE SHOES for BOTH teammates
Form a team of two, step into the ring, and see how far you can launch and catch the (fake) banana without dropping it.
Team of 2
Progressive distance rounds
Last team standing wins
Both teammates walk away with brand‑new shoes
This is the game everyone talks about — and the one you’ll want to train for.
🎯 More Post‑Run Fun
Stick around for a full lineup of banana‑themed challenges:
🍌 Banana Costume Contest
🎨 Banana Decoration Contest
🏃 Banana Balance Sprint
💪 Banana Tug‑of‑War
🍌 Banana Toss (Teams of 2 — free shoes for both winners!)
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
All paces welcome — walk, jog, run, or strut
Family‑friendly and community‑driven
Stunning views from the Bay View,
Music, costumes, games, and unforgettable vibes.
Your registration fee helps cover safety, crossing guards, and event setup.
📢 Stay Connected
Follow Fleet Feet Pensacola on Facebook & Instagram for updates, costume ideas, and event announcements.
🍌 Bottom Line
This isn’t just a run — it’s a full‑blown banana celebration on the bridge. Show up. Dress up. Team up. Toss bananas. Win shoes. See you at the start line.
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
64°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pensacola Rgnl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
City Elevation
79 ft
Nearest Airport
PNS
Pensacola International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Pensacola Banana Bridge Run Dec. 19th
Dec 19, 2026