Tampa’s Gasparilla Michelob Ultra
Pure Gold Challenge
FEBRUARY 21 – 22
Don’t miss the chance to participate in the 2026 Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge, which consists of running the 15K on Saturday and the Half Marathon on Sunday.
In addition to the individual event Runner Premiums (15K Shirt & Half Marathon Shirt, 15K Finishers Medal & Half Marathon Finisher’s Medal, 15K Virtual Finisher’s Certificate & Half Marathon Finisher’s Certificate, a Virtual Race Bag & one PGDC Branded Rooms to Go Reusable Shopping Bag), registered Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge participants will also receive a Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge Long Sleeve Hoodie.
Those runners and walkers who complete the Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge by participating in and crossing the Finish Lines of the 15K & Half Marathon will receive a Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge Finisher’s Medal, a 2026 Publix Gasparilla 15K and Half Marathon Finisher’s Towel, presented by Michelob Ultra Zero, and a Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge Finisher’s Certificate.
ATTENTION MICHELOB ULTRA PURE GOLD CHALLENGE WALKERS! Walkers are welcome in the Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge. Because of road closure permits, a 16-minute per mile pace must be maintained in the 15K, 5K & Half Marathon. Please visit the 15K & Half Marathon Runner Info pages for event-specific Walker Information.
Challenge Seeded Start Access
Challenge (15K & Half Marathon) Seeded Start Access is limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Access for Challenge participants will be based on 15K Seeded Start Requirements. For Seeded Start Access, written results verification is required and can be uploaded during online registration.
Please note that the Finish Times listed below are ONLY for those who are requesting a Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge Seeded Number:
Finish Time Requirements for Seeded Men’s Entry:
Half Marathon – 1:30:00 or less
15K – 1-hour or less
10K – 40-minutes or less
Finish Time Requirements for Seeded Women’s Entry
Half Marathon – 1:45:00 or less
15K – 1:15:00 or less
10K – 50-minutes or less
Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge Entry Fees
The prices below do not include a service fee charged by our registration partner.
$180
March 17 – April 18, 2025
$200
April 19 – July 6, 2025
$210
July 7- September 30, 2025
$225
Oct. 1 – Nov. 30, 2025
$250
December 1, 2025 – January 9, 2026
$270
January 10 – February 15, 2026
NOT AVAILABLE
Race Weekend
Refunds and/or transfers of registration are not allowed in the Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge.
PLEASE NOTE: Registrations by mail must be postmarked by January 9, 2026. If available, Late Online Registration for the Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge will close on Sunday, February 15, 2026, or when the Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge Sells Out! There will be no Race Weekend Late Registration for the 2026 Challenges!!!
Participants who register online will receive a Race Week Registration Confirmation via email on or before Monday, February 16, 2026. This confirmation will be in addition to the confirmation received from Race Roster upon completion of online registration. The Race Week Registration Confirmation will include each participant’s Race Number, Name, Address, Race Entered, and Age. PLEASE NOTE: If at any time you have unsubscribed from the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic E-Blast Database, you WILL NOT receive a Registration Confirmation via email. You MUST rejoin the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic E-Blast Database. To rejoin, Click Here.
Mail-In Offline Registration Fees:
Due to the administrative costs associated with processing Offline 2026 PGDC Registrations, a $5 Processing Fee must be added to the Total Registration Amount Due. The entry form and payment will be returned if payment does not reflect the additional $5 Processing Fee.
To register by mail, please complete a 2026 PGDC By-Mail Form-Fillable Registration Form.
The PGDC Registration Form must be opened in Adobe Reader for the form-fillable feature. Once opened, click on each field, fill it in, and print it for signing. Once completed, enclose the Entry Fee Payment and mail it to the following address: GDCA • P.O. Box 1881 • Tampa, Fl. 33601-1881. Registered participants who provide a correct and legible email address will receive a Registration Confirmation via email on or before Monday, February 16, 2026. Confirmation will include each participant’s assigned Race Number, Name, Address, Race Entered, and Age.
Standard – (Name and Chip Time) $25 per medal
Custom – (Name, Chip Time, and up to 20 Custom Characters) $30 per medal
Finish Line Engravers
Celebrate your perseverance and pride with the help of Finish Line Engravers by personalizing your 2026 PGDC Finisher Medal (including multiple events and Challenges) with your name and net finish time. After you complete your race(s), bring your medal(s) to the Finish Line Engravers Booth at the Runner Revive Area on the Platt Street Bridge, and they will engrave it on the spot! When making your purchase, please designate the number you wish to engrave.
To purchase the 2026 PGDC Finish Line Engravers, register online. If you have registered, please use the link below to order your 2026 PGDC Finish Line Engravers.
PGDC Finish Line Engravers
FinisherPix, the Official Photographer of the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic, allows you to order your photos now and save!”
For a small fee, you can receive the FinisherPix Photo Pack in Digital Format. The FinisherPix Photo Pack includes ALL photos we identify of you in all digital formats (Basic digital image, Digital images with Finish Time, and Digital images in certificate format). A link to download all images will automatically be emailed when the photos are available online.
Presale Pricing
15K $19.99
5K $14.99
Half Marathon $29.99
8K $14.99
Michelob Ultra Challenge $69.99
Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Challenge $44.99
Michelob Ultra Infusions Challenge $29.99
Michelob Ultra Zero Challenge $29.99
To purchase the 2026 PGDC FinisherPix, register online. If you have registered, please use the link below to order your 2026 PGDC FinisherPix.
PGDC FinisherPix
ASICS Runkeeper is the official 2026 Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic training app
Are you signed up to run but need help figuring out where to start for training? The ASICS Runkeeper app offers the support you need ahead of race day. ASICS will provide free access to the Runkeeper Go™ premium experience as part of your registration. The app features training plans and guided workouts led by ASICS running coaches. Additionally, users can easily set goals, train, and track their progress in the build-up to the event. Put the worries of training aside and focus on the fun part of reaching your finish line!
Packet Pick Up
Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Race Packet, T-shirt, and Race Number Pick-Up will take place during the ASC Action News Health & Fitness Expo, presented by TampaWell being held at the Tampa Convention Center – East Hall on Friday, February 20, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., and on Saturday, February 21, beginning at 6:00 a.m.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are not able to attend the Expo and pick up your Race Number, a Race Number Pick-Up Authorization Form must be completed, signed, and presented by whoever WILL be picking it up for you. A downloadable version of the Authorization Form can be found below.