Race for the Bays 2026
Race for the Bays 2026 is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Panama City Beach, FL, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Race for the Bays will occur on the last day of National Estuaries Week. This is a fun way to close out a week of appreciation for our estuary and natural resources by running through Conservation Park that was created to rehydrate wetlands using the City of Panama City Beach’s reclaimed water. The City employs forestry management practices and wetland protection that will have lasting benefits to the St. Andrew Bay. Proceeds benefit the St. Andrew and St. Joseph Bays Estuary Program.
Shirt orders close on 8/28/2026 and will not be available on race day.
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
87°
Typical Low
67°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Nw Florida Beaches Intl Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Panama City Beach, FL
City Elevation
4 ft
Nearest Airport
ECP
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
PNS
Pensacola International Airport · 80 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Race for the Bays 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
65
Days to train
- Race
- Race for the Bays 2026
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Race for the Bays 2026
Sep 26, 2026