Race Overview: A race coming up on 11/29/2025 in Punta Gorda, FL. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
Burn off those Thanksgiving Day calories by joining Babcock Ranch Harvest Hustle 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Event donations help support Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, Inc. We are accepting donated canned goods and non-perishable items race morning at the packet pickup area.
SHIRTS: Shirts are available while supplies last. If your preferred size is no longer available, please select a different size or choose the NO SHIRT option. The size you select at registration is guaranteed if it is available at the time you register.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
Monday, November 24 & Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
NEW RACE LOCATON: The race location has been changed from Founders Square to Explorers Park, 16800 Babcock Trail, Babcock Ranch, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free parking is available in Explorers Park.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 AM – 7:45 AM at Explorers Park.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 AM – 7:45 AM atExplorers Park.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 AM sharp. Timed and untimed will start together. Untimed will start in the back.
There will be post-race snacks and awards.
Bathrooms are located at Explorers Park.
Awards:
Age group awards are based on off-chip time.
1st Place Overall Awards – Male & Female.
1st Place Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters – Male & Female
In-person awards to the top three M/F in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Questions:
Q: Is this a timed race? A: Yes, chipped timing for the 5K timed event, provided by Beach Bum Timing.
Q: What is the course surface like? A: The course is flat and fast on Babcock Trail Road.
Q: Are dogs allowed on the course? A: You may run with your dog, but you assume ALL responsibility for your dog. Dogs must be leased and you must pick up after your pooch.
Q: Are strollers allowed on the course? A: Yes
RACE CONTACT INFO:
If you have any questions about this race, please contact: