Chappie James Bridge Run 2026

Description

The Chappie James Bridge Run (formerly known as the Bridge to Bridge 5K) will start at the base of the 3 mile Bay Bridge on the Pensacola side and will run over the Bay Bridge into Gulf Breeze, finishing at The Bridge Bar and Sunset Lounge. A LOCAL’S “MUST DO EVENT!” RUN OVER THE 3-MILE BAY BRIDGE and see why the party was voted the “Best Post Race Party”! There will be music, refreshments, plus a beautiful view! Buses will transport runners post-race from Gulf Breeze back to Pensacola.

Finisher medals for everybody! GIVING BACK The Chappie James Bridge Run is proud to partner with the Gulf Breeze Rotary Club as our official charity. A portion of every entry will go back to the club to help support their local scholarship foundation.

Start

This race starts at the base of the 3-mile Pensacola Bay Bridge on the Pensacola side. Start time is 7:30 AM; We will begin walking to the start line at 7:15 AM. All registrants must be checked in no later than 7:15AM.

Finish

Finish line is at the other end of the bridge in Gulf Breeze, right next to The Bridge Bar and Sunset Lounge

Awards

Overall Top Male and Female Overall Masters Male and Female Overall Grandmasters Male and Female Top 3 in each Age Group for Male and Female Top 3 Male and Female Walkers

Party

After the race party at The Bridge Bar and Sunset Lounge! There will be food, refreshments, live music and a beautiful view! Buses will transport runners post-race from Gulf Breeze back to Pensacola.* Note: The LAST bus will leave Gulf Breeze at 10 am.

Parking

Parking is available on side streets in East Hill Area.

Packet Pickup

Packet Pick-Up & Late Registration

Friday, October 16th Location: Running Wild 3012 E Cervantes Street, Pensacola, FL 32501 Time: 3p – 6p

Saturday, October 17th (Race Day)

Location: Visitor Welcome Center 1401 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL 32502 Time: 6a – 7a Race Start 7:30 AM

*Must have ID to pickup packet.