Copper Collar 5K
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Event details
The Copper Collar 5K takes place on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in downtown Panama City, Florida. The listed meeting place is Harrison Avenue and East 4th Street, Panama City, FL 32401. The event is hosted by the Man in the Sea Museum together with the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center. Registration for the 5k is shown with a fee of $45 and a registration deadline of November 15, 2025 at 11:59pm CST. The event is offered as a chip-timed 5k run or walk on a described fast, flat course through historic downtown Panama City.
The race has a history dating back to 1982. It was originally launched by the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center and was previously run through the Navy base and trails of St. Andrews State Park. The 2025 edition is described as being held in downtown Panama City for the first time. The event is nicknamed "The Original Heavy Metal 5K" in reference to the copper diving helmets worn by military divers.
Race features and participant benefits
Participants receive chip timing, commemorative race shirts, and gift bags. Awards are given to top finishers. A post-race celebration is planned with music, refreshments, and museum exhibits. The race is presented as an opportunity to support the Man in the Sea Museum and its mission to preserve diving history. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
