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4th Annual Blue Thunder 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location
Panama City Beach, FL
550 Alf Coleman Rd, 32407
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run or walk a 5K or 10K to support the Arnold High School Blue Thunder Band Program in Panama City Beach.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • Beginner Friendly
  • For a Cause

Great for: beginners, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The 4th Annual Blue Thunder Run/Walk invites you to a morning of movement in Panama City Beach, supporting the Arnold High School Blue Thunder Band Program. Participate in either the 5K or 10K distance, touring the high school campus and Gayle's Trails. Your registration directly contributes to funding new instruments, music, and essential program expenses for these talented young musicians. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a run while making a meaningful difference for a local school program.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a morning run or walk through Arnold High School campus and Gayle's Trails.
  • All 5K and 10K finishers receive a medal, with awards for top performers.
  • Your participation directly supports the Blue Thunder Band Program.

Standout details

  • Supports Arnold High School Band Program
  • Finisher medals for 5K & 10K
  • Awards for race winners
  • Tour Arnold High School & Gayle's Trails

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $32.80

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 3:00 AM CDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $32.80

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 3:00 AM CDT

The course

  • Beach / sand
  • Flat
  • Timed race

Difficulty

Steady Effort

Beach / sand course

10K distance, sandy or beach-style terrain, flat area

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

The 4th Annual Blue Thunder 5K/10K Run/Walk will be a blast as you tour the campus of Arnold High School & Gayle's Trails.  The run will support the award-winning Arnold High School Blue Thunder Band Program as they raise funds for new instruments, music, their spring trip, transportations expenses, and other needed materials. Join us for a morning of fun while supporting our wonderful young musicians.

The Run/Walk will begin and end at the Marlin statue in front of Arnold High School at 550 Alf Coleman Rd in Panama City Beach .

Race-Day Registration will take place from 7-7:30am, with the run/walk beginning at 8am.

Entry Fee: $30 early, $40 day of.  No refunds. If you are unable to participate, your fee will be considered a donation to the band.

To be guaranteed the shirt size of choice, registrations must be received and paid in full by March 25th, 2025.   All finishers will receive a medal upon completion of the 5k or 10k, with winners of each race receiving an award after the race.

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