Bill's Beer Run takes place in Nokomis, Florida on October 25, 2026, with a 5-mile running event. Registration costs between $50 and $150. The race starts at 8:00 AM from 1000 S Casey Key Rd. This event is designed for runners looking for a casual distance option in Florida's southwest coast region during the fall season. With multiple entry price tiers available, athletes can choose the registration option that fits their budget before race day.
From the Race Organizer
The 38th annual Bill’s Beer Run (BBR) is a 5-mile road race that takes place Oct 25th on Casey Key, hosted each year by the Manasota Track Club (MTC). REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 1 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE. Registrations after September 1 are not guaranteed to get a shirt at all. Bill’s Beer Run This renowned 5-Mile Run was started in 1988 by MTC member Bill Menard as the sole fundraiser for our non-profit organization, and it continues to be a highlight of the running year for our local population. Your membership fees and the proceeds from BBR are the only means of fundraising the MTC does. This longstanding club event sells out quickly and is limited to 500 runners. MTC members enjoy the perk of early registration ensuring they secure their spots. (Non-member registration opens on Aug 1st - if there are any remaining spots.) Long touted as “the most fun you can have running five miles!” AMAZING race course along the Gulf of Mexico, Halloween weekend, BEER, great race shirts, costumes, 10-deep age group awards, DJ, costume contests, BEER , dancing, hot-dogs, BEER and more! PACKET PICK-UP TIMES/DATES CLICK HERE PLEASE NOTE: Due to the County restrictions on the size of this race and the narrowness of Casey Key Road strollers and dogs are not permitted. BBR Race Registration MTC members get early registration and special pricing. Non-member registration opens on Sept 1. Non-member registration price is $150. Pub Run Series Want to be in a BBR mood all month long, then the Pub Run series is for you!! Your PUB RUN registration includes RACE ENTRY to the BBR 5 Miler on 10/25 AND ENTRY to the 3 Pub Runs leading up to race day. The Pub Run Series is limited to 100 people and takes place in the month of October. Pub Runs will take place on Thursdays. The Pub Runs give members a chance to run together at different bars around the area, win swag, and socialize, all while supporting the club’s mission to give back to the community while encouraging healthy physical activity. VIP Package Limited to 25 SUPER-SPECIAL MTC members. The VIP package includes: BBR race registration, the Pub Run Series, 10 raffle tickets, special swag (could be a shirt, could be a hat, whatever it is it'll be COOL!) and special VIP treatment on race day including reserved parking on race morning, recognition at the event and knowing that YOU helped to contribute to the student scholarships program. BE A VIP and feel the LOVE! 💛 Per USATF rules, gun time is used to determine prize money winners and time bonus recipients. Tag time (chip time) will be used to determine all age-group
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Bill’s Beer Run 2026 — Nokomis, FL takes place on October 25, 2026. The race is held in Nokomis, Florida.
Where is Bill’s Beer Run 2026 — Nokomis, FL held?
Bill’s Beer Run 2026 — Nokomis, FL is held at 1000 S Casey Key Rd in Nokomis, Florida.
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