Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA

Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA

Sat February 14, 2026

Bradenton, FL 34205 US

Race Info

Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag) : - Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only) - Finisher's Towel or Giveaway - Finisher's Medal! - Digital Training Pack - Online Results & Certificate of Completion - Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs - We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more .

Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling) - Race bibs are provided on race day

Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected] ) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AM Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!

Charity Initiatives: Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com. Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)

Race Contact Info: https://www.thebestraces.com/ .