SeaMonkey Christmas in July 5K 2026

Description

Get ready for a cool twist on summer running at the SeaMonkey Christmas in July 5K Fun Run/Walk on July 25, 2026!

Join us in Bradenton, FL for a festive two-loop course through the shaded paths of GT Bray Park. Beat the heat with plenty of tree coverage, snow at the start and finish line, and a refreshing icy cool-off zone along the course.

Participants will enjoy a pre-race warm-up led by Coach Ray from Prosper Bradenton, followed by a free recovery zone featuring ice baths and cool-down yoga.

A portion of all proceeds will be donated to PACE Center for Girls, supporting local middle and high school girls with guidance, resources, and opportunities to thrive.

All finishers will receive custom medals, while the top overall male and female winners will take home a custom championship belt. The team with the most registered athletes will earn ultimate bragging rights — and the team title belt.

Stick around after the race to enjoy food vendors, local shops, and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Leashed dogs are welcome.

Athletes of all abilities are encouraged to participate. Whether you’re running, walking, or pushing your limits, we’re here to support and encourage you every step of the way.

Day of Schedule:

6:30-7:45am Packet Pickup (T-shirt size exchange to follow)

7:30-7:45am Prosper Warmup

7:55am National Anthem

Immediately following the National Anthem- 8:00-8:15am Kids Run

8:30am 5k Run/Walk Start

9:30am Awards/Followed by Donation Check presentation to Pace

Yoga/Cool Down

Your registration fee includes:

Entry into the 5K run/walk Official finisher medal Pre-race warm-up Access to the recovery zone, including ice baths, massage, and yoga Athlete T-shirts are available as an optional add-on during registration. All proceeds from shirt sales will be donated to PACE Center for Girls.

To be guaranteed your T-shirt size, registration must be completed by July 1, 2026. Limited extra shirts may be available on race day; however, sizing is not guaranteed.

T-shirt size exchanges will be available after packet pickup concludes on race morning between 7:45–8:00 AM, while supplies last.

Race photos will be uploaded to our social media pages 48–72 hours post-race.

Packet Pickup:

Friday July 24th 2026 3-6pm

Location: Revive Nutrition 5917 Manatee Ave W Bradenton Fl 34209

Race Day July 25th 6:30-7:45am

Location GT Bray park (By stage)

Race Route

This event features a shaded two-loop course through GT Bray Park. The route will be clearly marked with cones and directional signage.

The course includes a mix of pavement, dirt paths, and grass.

Leashed dogs are welcome; however, participants running or walking with dogs are asked to start toward the back of the pack to avoid interfering with faster runners at the front.

Please note that GT Bray Park will remain open to the public during the event. We kindly ask all participants to be respectful of other park users.

It is the responsibility of each athlete to review and familiarize themselves with the course map prior to race day. If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us.

* Course Map link on Map my Run at bottom of page.

Charity

We are thrilled to have Pace Center for Girls as our Charity partner for this event.

Pace Center for Girls provides free year-round middle and high school academics, case management, counseling, and life skills development in a safe and supportive environment that recognizes and deals with past trauma and builds upon girls’ individual strengths. Dedicated to meeting the social, emotional, and education needs of girls, Pace has a successful and proven program model that has changed the life trajectory of more than 40,000 girls and is recognized as one of the nation’s leading advocates for girls in need. For more information on Pace Center for Girls, visit www.pacecenter.org

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