Bananas Vs. Santas Run
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Pensacola Banana Bridge Run 2026
The event is a banana-themed, self-timed run and walk held on December 19, 2026, at 905 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL. It uses the 3 Mile Bridge area and includes multiple distance options and post-event activities.
Distances offered:
- 1 mile walk
- 2 mile walk
- 5k run
- 4 mile run to the middle of the bridge peak
The main section of the bridge is reported as 3.7 miles from the start; an out-and-back route corresponds to about 5k. Banana suits and event Santa suits are available during registration and in store at Fleet Feet Pensacola.
Packet pickup is at Fleet Feet Pensacola, 236 W Garden St, Downtown, scheduled for December 14 to 18 with set pickup hours. Registration fees listed in the event information include a standard entry fee of $25, an under-18 fee of $14 (this under-18 registration includes a finisher medal), and a stated day of event fee of $38. The event notes that registrants after a July 19 price increase receive a finisher medal. A banana finisher medal can also be ordered at the finish line.
The event program includes banana-themed contests and games such as a Banana Toss Showdown, a costume contest, a decoration contest, a banana balance sprint, and a banana tug of war. The Banana Toss Showdown is described as a team event for two with a grand prize of new shoes for both teammates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
