16th Annual Buddy Run – Live and Virtual
You can run the 5K in person or virtually
In Person Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026, 8:00 AM
Location: Lake Park
17302 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Lutz, FL US 33549
Virtual Date: Now through November 1
We will be asking runners to participate at any time up to November 1. Posting your time is encouraged but not mandatory. After the race, you will receive a Sport-Tek running shirt.
The Buddy Run is put on by Congregation Beth Am Tampa and benefits Buddy Baseball. The Buddy Run is the largest fundraiser of Buddy Baseball and helps keep our participant costs affordable for all.
Once you register you will receive a unique referral link that will allow you to share with your friends, family, coworkers, ANYONE! If you get three people to run, you receive a refund of $15 as our way of thanking you for spreading the word about this great race supporting Buddy Baseball!
5k Run – 8:00 AM
Early Registration Fee: $35
Register by October 19th to guarantee a Sport-Tek shirt. First come, first served thereafter. Registration fee is based on total dollar amount at checkout.
Price increases to $40 after October 19, 2026
Awards: Top Male/Female Overall and Masters win $50 Nabruzzi Trattoria gift certificates. Medals three deep in five year age groups (Under 10 through 70+).
Virtual 5k Run
Early Registration Fee: $40
Register by October 19th to guarantee a Sport-Tek shirt. First come, first served thereafter. Registration fee is based on total dollar amount at checkout.
1 Mile Fun Run – 9:00 AM
Early Registration Fee: $20
Register by October 19th to guarantee a Sport-Tek shirt. First come, first served thereafter. Registration fee is based on total dollar amount at checkout.
Price increases to $25 after October 19, 2026
Awards: First place medals for fastest girl/boy (12 and under). Ribbons for all Fun Run finishers.
Buddy Dash – 8:50 AM
Registration Fee: No charge
The Buddy Dash is only for our runners with special needs.
Awards: Buddy Run medal for all Buddy Dash runners.
Presenting Sponsor
If you have any questions regarding the run or sponsorships, please contact the Buddy Run Race Director at buddyrundirector@gmail.com.