Event Description
The 9th Annual Run for the Cookies takes place on a scenic loop trail during the onset of spring. It starts at UWF’s Multipurpose field and loops through the trees, winding down the road and back to the field. There are two major hills and a few turns as the course follows the scenery through the wooded trails of UWF. On the plush grass of the multipurpose field, you finish the race with a loop and cross the finish line. The event also includes a post-race snack and an awards ceremony with a DJ. This run is the only race in Pensacola where you can get a box of Girl Scout for participating. This year is the first year that this race will be chip timed!
Event details and schedule
The 89th Annual Run for the Cookies takes place on a scenic loop trail during the onset of spring. It starts at UWF’s Multipurpose field and loops through the trees, winding down the road and back to the field. There are two major hills and a few turns as the course follows the scenery through the wooded trails of UWF. On the plush grass of the multipurpose field, you finish the race with a loop and cross the finish line. The event also includes a post-race snack and an awards ceremony with a DJ. This run is the only race in Pensacola where you can get a box of Girl Scout for participating.
Event Schedule: Race day registration and packet pick-up will begin at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 17th. The 1 Mile Family Fun Run will begin at 8:00 a.m. sharp on the Multipurpose Field by the flags. The 5K Trail Run will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. in the same starting spot at the 1 mile. Our Award Ceremony will start at 10:00 a.m. by the gazebo on the multipurpose field.
Course Info: The 1 Mile Family Fun Run begins on the multipurpose field and finishes in the same spot after looping at the beginning of the trail.
The 5K Trail Run starts at UWF’s Multipurpose field and loops through the trees, winding down the road and back to the field. There are two major hills and a few turns as the course follows the scenery through the wooded trails of UWF. On the plush grass of the multipurpose field, you finish the race with a loop and cross the finish line.
No skates or strollers of any kind are allowed on the trail.
Race day registration and packet pick-up will be available starting at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 17th. Once you have arrived there will be a 15-min lineup call before the 1 Mile Fun Run and the 5K Trail Run.
Parking is free and available.
What to wear: Closed-toed running shoes are recommended for the 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run because of the rugged trail parts of each course.
