2025 Race for the Bays
Race for the Bays
2nd Annual 5K and Fun Run – now with a 10K option!
When: Saturday September 27th, 2025
Where: 100 Conservation Park, Panama City Beach, FL
The Race for the Bays is more than just a run; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our local environment. This event directly benefits the St. Andrew & St. Joseph Bay Estuary Program, with all proceeds going towards our efforts to protect and restore the beautiful and vital estuarine ecosystems of the St. Andrew and St. Joseph Bays.
Register by 9/1 to secure your Race for the Bays 2025 T-Shirt!
The Race for the Bays will occur on the last day of National Estuaries Week. This is a fun way to close out a week of appreciation for our estuary and natural resources by running through Conservation Park that was created to rehydrate wetlands using the City of Panama City Beach’s reclaimed water. The City employs forestry management practices and wetland protection that will have lasting benefits to the St. Andrew Bay. Proceeds benefit the St. Andrew and St. Joseph Bays Estuary Program.
Race cost: $25
Race Registration Hours (Day of): To be Determined
Early Bib Pick-up: To be Determined
Register by September 1 to get a shirt!
Park amenities: Parking and public restrooms located at trailhead building, picnic tables, and pavilions.
Dogs are permitted but must be leashed. Limit 2 dogs per person.
This run is a trail run and will take you over the marsh and through the woods with well groomed trails and boardwalks and even some paved areas. The route is stroller friendly with some extra care taken to avoid one or two roots along the way. Volunteers will be placed along the route to guide you along your run/walk!
Explore the trail here!
The Routes
To Be Determined
Sponsor The Event
We are excited to announce our 1st Annual 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Proceeds from this event will directly support the St. Andrew & St. Joseph Bay Estuary Program, allowing us to continue our vital work in protecting and restoring the local bays. This event offers a unique opportunity for community members to come together, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and contribute to the sustainability of our estuarine ecosystems.
Click the link below to learn more about sponsorship levels and perks.
Volunteer
Events like the “5K for the Bays” are successful because of devoted volunteers! Interested in being a part of the success? Click the link below to volunteer. Our events qualify for high school volunteer/service hours!
