Disaster Dash 5K

JUN

6

2026

Run or walk through historic downtown Pensacola in this flat 5K course starting at Seville Square. Enjoy a family friendly afterparty with a live DJ while learning about disaster preparedness for the local community.

Sat 6 Jun 2026

Pensacola, Florida

Registration

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Disaster Dash 5K Run/ Walk

The Disaster Dash 5K is an athletic event held in Pensacola, Florida, coinciding with the start of hurricane season. The race aims to raise awareness regarding community preparedness for disasters. The course passes through historic downtown Pensacola, beginning and ending at Seville Square.

The event features a single distance:

5 km (3.1 miles) run/walk

The route is described as a flat course that takes participants through the city streets. This event permits the use of strollers and allows registered service animals to accompany participants on the course.

A communal gathering follows the completion of the race. This free, family-friendly event includes a live DJ and informative booths provided by sponsors. These booths offer guidance on how individuals can prepare for future weather events and emergencies.

Proceeds from the event contribute to various community services, including the Escambia Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and other long-term recovery efforts following localized disasters. Participants can view route maps and look for photos on the official registration platform after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.