Event Description

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.