The Great West Chase

OCT

31

2026

Join The Great West Chase in Tampa on October 31 to support Title I elementary schools, with 100 percent of net proceeds funding math and literacy programs. Choose a 10K, 5K, kids fun run or the combined challenge for a family friendly day of racing.

Sat 31 Oct 2026

Tampa, Florida

Website Registration

10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Great West Chase is a charity road race in Tampa held on Saturday, October 31, 2026. It is organized by The World of Westchase / WOW magazine and benefits local Title I elementary schools; the event states that 100% of net proceeds support math and literacy programs. The races are chip-timed and the 10K and 5K courses are nationally certified by USATF/RRTC (Certification Codes FL23032JK and FL23031JK). The event typically attracts over 1,300 participants across its races. Start and finish lines are located in the West Park Village Town Center.

Distances

10K Run
5K Run
Kids Fun Run (West Park Village loop)
Challenge Run (10K and 5K combined)

Entry and logistics

Registration opens January 1, 2026. Entry fees listed on the race page include $50 for the 10K, $40 for the 5K, $25 for the Kids Fun Run, and $60 for the Challenge Run. Early registration deadlines and multiple sign-up methods are provided, including online, by mail, in person at packet pickup, or on race day. Packet pickup is scheduled for Thursday, October 29 at the Westchase Recreation Center, 9791 Westchase Dr., Tampa, FL 33626. The event page also includes course maps, directions, parking, and results. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km

10k Run

10 km

Challenge Run (10k and 5k)

5 km

5k Run

Kids Fun Run (west Park Village Loop)