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The PB&J Run is a deliciously-themed run in St. Pete, FL that includes a 5K, 10K, 15K Challenge event, and 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run. The PB&J Run features certified closed courses, chip-timing (except for 1 Mile Lil’ Peanut Family Fun Run), coveted tech shirts and custom finisher medals, awards, an interactive PB&J Post-Race JAMboree with dozens of vendors and music, and (of course) unlimited PB&Js for all participants. The event is tailored to engage competitive runners and beginners alike.

Whether you’re on “team crunchy” or “team smooth”, everyone knows PB&J is a classic. Inspired by the beloved lunchbox staple, we’re so excited to make PB&J lovers’ dreams come true by celebrating the nostalgia, comfort, and super-efficient athlete fuel that is Peanut Butter & Jelly through this signature event.

We are offering a virtual run this year for anyone that loves the PB&J Run, but can’t make it to St. Pete this September. Register for the Virtual Run and we will ship your medal, t-shirt, and goodies right to you! Packets will begin shipping the week of the run.

Yes! We are proud to say that 100% (every dollar!) of the PB&J Run goes to support the children and family services of local 501 (c)(3) non-profit Directions for Living. Fundraising for this important cause is the sole purpose of this event, and thanks to all of you, we have been able to raise over $750,000 to date to help individuals who are living with a mental illness, who are homeless or housing unstable, and those experiencing other traumas.

Definitely! The PB&J Run is for everyone, whether you’re walking, jogging, or racing to be the first to cross the finish line.

Technically there is not an age limit, but we recommend our 5K and 10K races for ages 12+. We encourage parents to use their best judgement based on the difficulty and length of the course when registering children.

This year, we are offering a 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run for our littlest PB&J Lovers! This course is recommended for children ages 5 and up.

Unfortunately, we can’t issue refunds. If for some reason you can’t make it to race day, at least stop by and pick up your PB&J packet and t-shirt from us!

Yes! Gluten-free bread and nut butter alternatives will be available at our made-to-order tent so you can enjoy a PB&J that works for you. Please note that the PB&J Run is not a gluten-free or nut-free event, and our food preparation areas may contain or come into contact with gluten and nuts. If you have a food allergy, please use your best judgment when deciding what is safe for you.

The PB&J JAMboree is our finish festival for our runners to enjoy unlimited PB&J sandwiches, music, dozens of local vendors, and more!

We will be running rain or shine! If unsafe weather persists, we may delay the start of the race up to one hour if possible. In the event that a delay is not possible, the event may be canceled. The safety of our runners is our number one concern. If race officials deem it is unsafe for participants to be on the course, they reserve the right to cancel the event. If this happens, we will notify all registered participants of a plan to retrieve their race packet.

You can run or walk with strollers or pets, but please start towards the back of the line so that the majority of competitive runners can get through first.

Check out our 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run this year for a more family-friendly course!

All courses will have closed roads, will be clearly marked with directional and mile marker signs, and will be stationed with volunteers, law enforcement, and water stations for the safety and support of our runners. The 5k course will have 2 water stations, the 10k course will have 4 water stations, and the 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run will have 1 water station. All 5k and 10k water stations will have electrolytes.

The 10K will start at 7am.  

6.2 mile course with four water stations. Course will be open for two hours after start. 

Starting at Albert Whitted Park in Downtown St. Pete, the waterfront course will take you along Bay Shore Drive, past city treasures such as the Dali Museum, St. Pete Pier, Vinoy Park, and more.

The 5K will start at 8:15am.  

3.1 mile course with two water stations. 

Starting at Albert Whitted Park in Downtown St. Pete, the waterfront course will take you along Bay Shore Drive, past city treasures such as the Dali Museum and the St. Pete Pier.

The 15K Challenge will start at 7am. 

The 15K Challenge includes both the 5K and 10K runs. Runners must finish the 10K and be back at the start line before the 5K begins at 8:15am.

The 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run will start at 9:15am. 

1 mile course with one water station.

Our new 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run starts at 9am and is a relaxed, family-friendly way to be part of the PB&J Run! This run is not chip-timed and will start and end at Albert Whitted Park.

Register here until September 15, 2026 or before we sell out. Prices below include registration fees.

  • 5K Registration: $44.79 until June 30
    $50.14 from July 1 – Sept 15
    $60 on race weekend
  • 10K Registration: $55.49 until June 30
    $60.83 from July 1 – Sept 15
    $70 on race weekend
  • 15K Challenge Registration: $66.18 until June 30
    $71.53 from July 1 – Sept 15
    $80 on race weekend
  • 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run: $28.74 until June 30
    $34.09 from July 1 – Sept 15
    $45 on race weekend

We do have limited capacity for our 2026 Run, so sign up now before we sell out!

Click here to register.

5:30am: Race Day registration and runner check-in opens

7am: 10k starts

8:15am: 5k starts

9:15am: 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run starts

7:30am – 11am: PB&J Post-Race JAMboree

If you’re already registered for the 5K, you’re welcome to join your child for the 1 Mile Lil’ Peanuts Family Fun Run at no additional cost—no extra registration needed!

Certified, chip-timed 5K and 10K courses on closed roads

Signature PB&J hinged medal

Performance t-shirt (option to upgrade to tank top or long sleeve)*

Unlimited peanut butter & jelly sandwiches

Prizes & awards for top performers in 5K and 10K

PB&J Run gift for 15K Challenge participants

Post-Race JAMboree with music, food, and interactive vendors

*Shirt sizes are not guaranteed if you register after September 1

The PB&J 15K Challenge is designed for the runners who want to complete both the 5K and 10K courses, back-to-back. Challenge participants must finish the 10K (which begins at 7am) and be back at the Start Line before the 5K begins at 8:15am. Challenge participants will receive bragging rights and a PB&J Run 15K Challenge gift, in addition to their PB&J t-shirt and medal.

Pacers are back for the PB&J Run! Whether you’re chasing a PR, trying to hit a specific finish time, or just want some extra motivation along the way, our pacers are here to help! Pacers run at a steady, consistent pace and help you stay on track from start to finish.

Before each race, find your pacer on the right side (water side) of the start line. They’ll be easy to spot in their bright yellow pinnies and holding tall pace signs.

5K Pace Groups:

⏱️ 25 min (8:03 min / mile)

⏱️ 27.5 min (8:51 min / mile)

⏱️ 30 min (9:39 min / mile)

⏱️ 35 min (11:16 min / mile)

⏱️ 40 min (12:53 min / mile)

10K Pace Groups:

⏱️ 50 min (8:03 min / mile)

⏱️ 60 min (9:39 min / mile)

⏱️ 1:15 (12:05 min / mile)

ARRIVE EARLY! There are several parking lots & garages in downtown to choose from (see our map here or the city’s map here for more options). Here are our recommendations:

SouthCore Garage | Entrance at 101 1st Ave S
Parking info:

  • $5
  • Pay by cash, credit, or ParkMobile App
  • 12 minute walk to Albert Whitted Park

Al Lang Parking Lot | 1st Ave. S. between 1st St. and BayShore Blvd.
Parking info:

  • $5
  • Pay by credit or ParkMobile App
  • 9 minute walk to Albert Whitted Park

Mahaffey Parking Lot | 400 1st St SE Garage
Parking info:

  • $10
  • Cash only
  • 5 minute walk to Albert Whitted Park

IMPORTANT: If you arrive after 7am, you will need to cross our race routes to get to Albert Whitted Park. Please be mindful of runners that are already on the course and do not cross the road until it is completely clear to do so.

Packet pick-up will begin at our PB&J Run Expo the afternoon/evening before race day – Friday, September 18, from 4-7pm at Albert Whitted Park. 

We will have vendors, PB&J merchandise, and live registration in addition to packet pick-ups, so don’t miss the fun! 

You can also pick up your packets on race day morning, from 5:30am – 8am. Please be advised there could be long lines on race morning, so plan to come early if you are not picking up at the expo on Friday, so that you aren’t late to the start line. 

Online registration will close at midnight on Tuesday, Sept 15th. Runners can register live at Albert Whitted Park at packet pick-up on Friday (4-7pm) or on race day morning (5:30 – 8am), at increased rates while supplies last. 

NOTE: You must have the  registration confirmation emails (printed or on phone) ready to show at packet pick-up for yourself and any additional runners you will be picking up for.

You can switch your registration to the virtual run if you let us know before Sept 5th. When we are two weeks out from race day, we have financially and logistically planned for you to be in the park so we are unable to accommodate these last minute requests.

Overall and age-group winners in both the 5K and 10K will take home a PB&J Run winner’s certificate, along with a prize pack of gift certificates and goodies from our amazing local running and wellness sponsors.

Overall Winners — 5K & 10K

The top three overall male and female finishers in both the 5K and 10K will receive a PB&J Run winner’s certificate, plus:

1st Place

  • Gift certificate for a brand-new pair of Saucony running shoes from Feet First
  • $120 gift certificate to Clearwater Sports Massage
  • $100 gift certificate to StretchZone
  • $100 gift certificate to St. Pete Running Company

2nd Place

  • $120 gift certificate to Clearwater Sports Massage
  • $100 gift certificate to StretchZone
  • $65 gift certificate to St. Pete Running Company

3rd Place

  • $120 gift certificate to Clearwater Sports Massage
  • $100 gift certificate to StretchZone
  • $35 gift certificate to St. Pete Running Company

Age Group Awards — 5K & 10K

1st Place male and female age-group winners will receive:

  • $120 gift certificate to Clearwater Sports Massage
  • $20 gift certificate to Feet First
  • PB&J Run 1st Place Age Group certificate

2nd & 3rd Place male and female age-group finishers will be acknowledged with a PB&J Run Top Age Group Finisher certificate.

Age Group Splits:
14 & under, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, and 80+

*NOTE for 15k Challenge: There are no separate awards for the 15K Challenge, but Challenge participants are eligible to win awards in both the 5K and 10K categories!

*NOTE for 1 Mile Lil Peanuts Family Fun Run: There are no awards or prizes for this event, as it is a fun run designed simply to get our littlest runners moving, smiling, and having fun!

A huge thank-you to our prize sponsors for helping us make this year’s awards extra sweet: Clearwater Sports Massage, St. Pete Running Company, Feet First, and StretchZone!

Yes, you can register the morning of the race or at our packet pick-up, but the price will increase, so sign up now! 

Runners can register at Albert Whitted Park at packet pick-up on Friday (4-7pm) or on race morning (5:30am – 8am), at increased rates while supplies last.