16800 Babcock Trail, Punta Gorda FL
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
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: Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office. 42911 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
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 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. at Explorers Park.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. at Explorers Park.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m. sharp. Timed and untimed will start together. Untimed will start in the back.
There will be post-race snacks and awards.
The race is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing.
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, the 5K is chip-timed.
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:
Liz Ogle
Email: logle@ccmcnet.com
Tel: 941.676.7191
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