Disaster Dash 5K Run/ Walk
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 AM CDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run a super flat 5K through historic Pensacola to kick off hurricane season awareness and support disaster recovery efforts.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Comfortable field
224 5K finishers in 2024. A manageable crowd with enough runners for company on course.
Typical finish
34:03
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Speedy front
There is real pace up front, even if the overall field is broad. Front-group read: 20:10.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 48% women and 51% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2024, this looks like a comfortable field: 224 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 34:03. The quicker front of the field averaged about 20:10. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Pensacola, FL
Close-to-home draw
Milton, FL
Travel draw
Gulf Breeze, FL
Travel draw
Cantonment, FL
Travel draw
Navarre, FL
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 14 & Under
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 15-19
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 20-29
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 30-39
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 40-49
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2024 | 224 | 34:03 | 35:05 | 20:10 | 18:24 / 19:49 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Join BRACE for the 2026 Disaster Dash 5K Run/ Walk!
Located in Seville Square, the Disaster Dash 5K will kick off hurricane season by helping raise awareness of the ways our community can be prepared before, during and after a disaster. The goal is to encourage everyone to become more disaster prepared.
Route:
This super flat course, a 3.1 mile run/walk through beautiful, historic downtown Pensacola will start and end at Seville Square.
Race begins at 7:00 AM.
Test your limits and set new PRs on this picturesque course.
Strollers and registered service animals are permitted on the course.
After Party:
Following the race, join BRACE for the free family-friendly afterparty where you will have the opportunity to learn how YOU can be better prepared for the upcoming hurricane season! There will be a live DJ and booths from our sponsors.
Why Run?
Proceeds from this event will go towards supporting Long-Term Recovery Efforts after a disaster, the Escambia Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), the Pensacola Fire Corps, and education opportunities that make our community more disaster resilient. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to change lives, create memories, and be part of a community that believes in making a difference.
What do I get?
With your paid registration you will receive a race packet which includes goodies from all of our sponsors, a finisher medal and a limited edition race shirt. Shirt sizes are limited and not guaranteed, so sign-up today!
Awards
Awards will be given for top overall, and top two in each age group.
More Information
For more information about what we do and how YOU can become involved, please visit: https://bereadyalliance.org
Family Friendly
After-Party
Medal
Shirt