Blue Thunder 5K Run/Walk

APR
11
2026
Run the 4th Annual Blue Thunder 5K and 10K on April 11, 2026 in Panama City Beach, touring Arnold High School and Gayle's Trails. Finishers earn medals and proceeds support the Arnold High School Blue Thunder Band.
Sat 11 Apr 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The 4th Annual Blue Thunder 5K Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Panama City Beach, Florida. The course tours the campus of Arnold High School and Gayle's Trails and begins and ends at the Marlin statue in front of Arnold High School at 550 Alf Coleman Rd.

Distances

  • 5K
  • 10K

Entry and race details

Registration opens January 1, 2026. Early entry fee is $30; day-of entry fee is $40. There are no refunds and fees for participants who do not attend will be treated as donations to the band. To be guaranteed a chosen shirt size, registrations and full payment must be received by March 25, 2025.

All finishers in the 5K or 10K will receive a medal; winners of each race will receive a personalized award after the event. The run supports the Arnold High School Blue Thunder Band Program, raising funds for new instruments, music, a spring trip, transportation expenses, and other materials. Race-day registration will be available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
4th Annual Blue Thunder 10k
5 km
4th Annual Blue Thunder 5k