In 62 days · Sat, Nov 7, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Where
401 Channelside Dr, Tampa FL
Distance
5K
Typical weather
65–81°F · low rain risk
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2025
66–83°F
dry
2024
76–85°F
dry
2023
60–83°F
dry
2022
70–84°F
dry
2021
56–66°F
dry
2020
71–84°F
dry
2019
70–84°F
dry
2018
69–86°F
dry
2017
66–83°F
dry
2016
66–80°F
dry
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About this race
26th Annual Bolt Run
Event Details
- Date: November 7th, 2026
- Location: 401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL
- Format: In-Person &: Virtual Races
- More Info: Race Registration
Participant Perks
- Finisher's Medal: 2026 Bolt Run Finisher's Medal
- Race T-Shirt: 2026 Bolt Run Race T-Shirt
- Race Bib: Race Bib (virtual runners will have their bib mailed)
Registration Information
- Pricing: Registration prices have not increased despite rising costs to keep it family-friendly.
- Processing Fees: All visible prices now include processing fees for transparency.
Race Start Times
- Start Time: 5K and 5 mile runners will start at 7:30am
- Strollers & Pets: 5K and 5 mile runners with strollers and pets will start just after first runners corral
- Walkers Start: 5K and 5 mile walkers will start just after the runners' corrals
- Family Fun Run: 1 mile Family Fun Run will start after all 5K and 5 mile participants have started
Additional Information
- Packet Pickup: Information to be announced closer to race day!
- Beneficiary: Proceeds will again benefit Special Olympics of Florida!
- Champions Club: Be a part of the exclusive group of finishers completing the Lightning, Bucs, and Rays’ 5K races.
- Learn More: Team Tampa Bay 5K Champions Club
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 6 – 8, 2026.
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