The Big Run Presented by Brooks
Date
Wed, Jun 3, 2026, 6:30 PM EDTDistance
5K
Quick take
Celebrate Global Running Day with a 70s-themed coastal run, live DJ, and post-run party in New Smyrna Beach.
Best for: casual, fun-first runners
Race feel
- Fun
- Scenic
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Quirky
FestiveJoin Fleet Feet and Brooks in New Smyrna Beach for The Big Run, a vibrant celebration of Global Running Day and 50 years of running. This 3.1-mile event invites you to embrace ocean breezes and golden skies along the coast. Get ready for a 70s-inspired party, complete with a costume contest, live DJ, and plenty of refreshments. It's a festive gathering designed for community and fun, not a timed race, offering a chance to demo new Brooks shoes and enjoy a memorable evening.
What to expect
- Enjoy a 3.1-mile group run along the coast with ocean breezes.
- Experience a 70s-inspired post-run party featuring a live DJ, prizes, and a costume contest.
- Demo the new Brooks Ghost 18 and receive a free Big Run shirt while supplies last.
Standout details
- 70s Run Costume Contest
- Demo the Brooks Ghost 18
- Live DJ spinning records
- Big Run Pilsner
Perks & features
- After-Party
After-PartyFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Celebrate 50 years of running with Fleet Feet at The Big Run, presented by Brooks. This Global Running Day, we’re bringing the miles to the coast! Ocean breezes, golden skies, and a community that runs as one. This year, we’re throwing it back with a 70’s-inspired celebration, so come ready to run, move, and maybe even…
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dress the part. We’ll be hosting a 70’s Run Costume Contest, so break out your best retro look " run " and join the fun. Please note: Like every year - This is not a Race. This is a celebration of Global Running Day with a group run and post run party. Yes Prizes will be awarded! You’ll also have the chance to demo the all-new Brooks Ghost 18, taking it for a spin and feeling the difference on every stride. After the run, stick around and enjoy the full experience: Live DJ from local Canal Street Business Spinning Records Prizes, raffles, and giveaways Our Big Run Pilsner 🍺 Plenty of refreshments and electrolytes for you And more surprises Every registered participant will receive a free Big Run shirt while supplies last, making this a night you won’t want to miss. Register now and let the good miles roll.