Raymond James Team Challenge

February 21 – 22, 2026

2026 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Click Here for Raymond James Corporate Team Brochure!

In 2026, the Gasparilla Distance Classic Association welcomes Raymond James (for the eighth year), based in St. Petersburg, FL, as the Raymond James Team Challenge host.

Founded in 1962, Raymond James has been recognized nationally for its community support and corporate philanthropy. The company has been ranked as one of the best in the country in customer service, a great place to work, and a national leader in supporting the arts.

Companies, running clubs, social groups, family, and friends can enhancee their Race Weekend experience and performance by forming a team and participating in the Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge.

 

 2026 Raymond James Team Challenge Information

  • Form a team to participate in one of the 2026 PGDC Race Weekend Events. Each team must have a minimum of three and a maximum of five runners.
    • Companies, running clubs, social groups, family, and friends can enhance their Race Weekend experience and performance by forming a team and participating in the Raymond James Corporate or Open Team Challenges.

  • Corporate & Open Team Challenge Entry Fees:

    • 15K – $450
    • 5K – $350
    • Half Marathon – $650
    • 8K – $400

  • Raymond James Team Amenities. In addition to the traditional race amenities, Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge participants will receive the following:

    • Access to the Private and Catered Raymond James Team Challenge Race Day VIP Tent at the Q-105 Post-Race Celebration. The Raymond James Team Challenge Tent also features a complimentary Post-Race Massage Area, Private Port-o-Let, and even better, private access to your complimentary Michelob Ultra Beer… NO STANDING IN LONG LINES!!
    • Your teams will be eligible for awards for the team in the Raymond James Team Challenge. These awards will be personalized with the company logo after the event.
    • Gasparilla Pirate-Themed Performance Socks
    • Raymond James Team Challenge Running Shirt, which includes Raymond James Team Challenge Artwork and Your Company Logo or Open Team Name.
  • 2026 Raymond James Team Challenge Registration Deadline
    • Friday, January 16, 2026 

Raymond James Team Challenge Registration forms and the team logo in a high-resolution format are due no later than January 16, 2026. Please be respectful of this due date. It allows for timely and efficient processing.

For the 2026 Raymond James Corporate & Open Team Challenge form, click here!

For more information, email Kitty@RunGasparilla.com or call (813) 254-7866