21st Annual Muster 5K Beach Challenge

Event Overview

Run or walk one of the most beautiful beaches on Florida’s east coast–on the sacred ground where the forerunners to today’s Navy SEALs trained for the beaches of Normandy. The 3.1-mile out-and-back beach course will start and finish on Navy SEAL Museum property on the north lawn at the Mark V Special Operations Craft. Come test your mettle on our beach course before finishing at this historic artifact.

Museum History

The Museum tells the story of Naval Special Warfare from the very beaches where it was born. The deeds and actions of the predecessors of today’s Navy SEALs established the benchmarks against which military Special Operations are measured today. From the coastline of Fort Pierce where the Navy SEAL Museum stands today, Naval Special Warfare produced tightly knit groups of men who trained for war and took their skillset and determination around the world with one goal in mind: “Win at any cost.” They cleared the way for others to follow, doing so for the love of their teammates and their country. Today’s SEALs continue keeping constant vigil around the globe to secure our freedom.

Race Details

• Date: November 7, 2026
• Location: 3300 N. Hwy. A1A, Fort Pierce, FL
• More Information: Registration Link
• Time: Race begins at 8:00 AM

Participant Attire

Join us for the 21st Annual Muster 5K Beach Challenge. We encourage you to show your love for country by wearing your most patriotic athletic gear in honor and support of our veterans everywhere. We also love to see our participants in previous and vintage Muster race shirts!

Awards

• Overall Awards: Assigned to the Overall Male and Overall Female, Overall Masters Male and Overall Masters Female.
• Age Group Awards: Assigned 1st through 3rd in each Age Group of 10 and Under, 11-14, 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, 80-84, 85-89, 90+.

Registration Information

• Early Registration: $25 (July 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025)
• Standard Registration: $30 (September 2, 2025 - October 12, 2025)
• Ongoing Registration: $35 (October 13, 2025 - November 2, 2025)
• Last Chance Registration: $40 (November 3, 2025 - November 7, 2025)

Race Day Registration: $50 (November 8)

Discount: Active duty military and first responders are $25 with identification.

Packet Pickup

Pre-race Packet Pick Up will be Friday, November 7, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Museum. You may also pick up your bib the morning of the event between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM at the tent on the north side of the Museum.

Race Day Instructions

• Number Pickup: Closes promptly at 7:30 AM.
• Start Time: All runners must be at the start NO LATER than 7:45 AM.
• Parking: Participants must park on the west side of A1A: no parking allowed in the Museum’s parking lot on race day.
• Race Shirts: Secure your place in this tradition and choose your shirt size while inventory lasts! Race shirts are not guaranteed to those who sign up after Friday, October 3, 2025.

Important Notices

With gratitude to our beach lifeguards for their provision of safety and support of our participants. Many thanks to our sponsors who make this event possible.

Per county rules and regulations, dogs are not allowed on the beach. We regret that you cannot run with your dog on the beach for this event and apologize for any inconvenience. Due to the presence of military working dogs, outside animals are not permitted on Museum grounds, with the sole exception of documented service animals. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.