TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – The Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic brought out more runners than the event has ever seen before, with 2,100 more runners participating this year, compared to 2024.

Are you training for the Gasparilla Distance Classic? If not, there's still time to get on board and get involved to run or maybe walk! We're breaking down all the fun with executive director ...

But first, they are running the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 8k. Oh, and another thing — they are extremely humble. “In our age group we are both in the 70 to 74 age group,” said Al.

Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic director Susan Harmeling talks about the race, the health expo, and the impact on the community.

Publix provides a valuable running hat for every registered participant. Together, Publix and the Gasparilla Distance Classic Association also designed, produced, named, and brought Pepperjack to ...

But first, they are running the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 8k. Oh, and another thing — they are extremely humble. “In our age group we are both in the 70 to 74 age group,” said Al.

— The Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic, a hallmark of Tampa Bay’s running community, is set to return in 2025, promising a weekend filled with fitness, fun, and family-friendly activities.

The Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic is right around the corner, and as runners gear up, two of them have already logged a lot of miles under their feet by participating in the race for decades.

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