240 Hughes St. NE, Fort Walton Beach FL
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Welcome Back 2026 7th Annual Fort Mardi Gras Fun 5k Run/Walk & Fest!!
Check In Plus Start/Finish
- Location: Ferry Park Entrance (56 Ferry Rd NE)
- Same Day Registration: Please arrive early to get checked in!
- Race Start Time: 9am
- Mardi Gras Festivities: Until 3pm, Free & Open to the Public
Free Registration for Kids
- Age: 10 & Under Free with Adult Registration
- Registration: Register your child on Raceday when you pick up your Packet & Bib #s
- Medal: Every participant will receive a Custom Mardi Gras MEDAL! (Same Day Registrants Not Guaranteed)
- Family Fun: A family fun event with vendors, face painting, gumbo, music, and more!
Pet-Friendly Event
- Leashed Dogs: Are welcome!
- Stroller Friendly: Stroll with your baby stroller!
Social Media
- Follow Us: CLICK HERE AND FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK!
Mental Health Awareness
- Organization: Presented by the John Cain Foundation, a non-profit.
- Focus: Mental Health Awareness - a critical social dilemma.
- Goals: Promote proper exercise, create healthy minds, and encourage mental stability.
- Community Impact: Together we will raise awareness and support each other in defeating mental disease.
Race Details
- Race Starts: 9am
- Festivities: Until 3pm at Ferry Park, Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
- Festival: Free and open to the public!
- Updates: Follow up via email and Facebook for important race information.
Contact Information
- Fort Mardi Gras Fun 5k Run/Walk & Fest:
- Phone: 501-837-5219
- Phone: 404- 573-0951 for more information.
- Email: pr.ekelsey@gmail.com
Race Link
- Registration: Register here
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