Gasparilla Distance Classic
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Event overview
The Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic is a three-day race weekend held in Tampa, Florida, at 333 South Franklin Street. The weekend includes a Health & Fitness Expo, a dog walk, multiple road races and multi-event challenges. Races use a flat, out-and-back waterfront course along Bayshore Boulevard. After the races there is a post-race celebration along the Hillsborough River that includes live music, an awards presentation, and one free Michelob Ultra beer for registered participants aged 21 or older.
Races and fundraising
Events listed for the weekend include these distances and formats:
- 15K
- 5K
- Half Marathon
- 8K
- Dog Walk (human and dog)
The weekend also offers four multi-event challenges with combined races across the two days. The Gasparilla Distance Classic Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports youth charitable organizations and running programs and has donated over $6.5 million to such causes. Fundraising organizations connected to the event include Hope for Justice, Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay, Friends of Tampa Recreation, Special Operations Warrior Foundation, and Mercy Full Project - Animal Rescue. Fundraising for the event is shown as $6,133.12. Registration fees vary by event and by registration period. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.