Two people running on the beach with the sunset behind them.

Gather your friends and family, and kick off your 4th of July celebrations with the 5th Annual St. Pete Pier Run! The 4-mile run/walk showcases the beautiful St. Pete Pier, as well as St. Pete's scenic waterfront. Come and run/walk your FOUR ON THE FOURTH!

The Course

The beautiful, flat and fast course begins on the St Pete Pier near Spa Beach, goes along the scenic St Pete waterfront, and finishes on the Pier. The course is closed to traffic, and is limited to 1500 runners per wave. There will be one hydration station on course.

Walk/Run Details

Included in the entry fee is a Pier Run bib with timing chip, custom designed shirt, custom designed finisher medal, and special finisher keepsake. You can also enjoy food from Colony Grill Pizza, local craft beer at Green Bench Brewing Company and Grand Central Brewhouse, non-alcoholic drinks Athletic Brewing, 3 Daughters Brewing Retro Chill, Mother Kombucha, and canned water from Liquid Death.

Bib pick-up is on July 3rd at Spa Beach on the St Pete Pier from 2pm-6pm, or July 4th (morning of the run) starting at 5:00am at Spa Beach on the St Pete Pier.

Costume Contest

We want you to dress up in your most fun and patriotic costume! Winners of “Best Overall” and “Most Patriotic” costumes will receive a FREE 5K entry to St Pete Run Fest.  Winner of “Best Group” will receive an awesome swag bag.

Pie Eating Contest

At the event you can sign up for our Pie Eating Contest, taking place at  9:00am at in Spa Beach by the stage. Limited to 20 people ready to have fun and get messy!

For registration fees and more event details, click here.

Event Category

  • Festivals
  • Sports & Recreation

Guest Information

  • Family-Friendly

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