
22nd Annual Muster 5K Beach and Fitness Challenge
About This Event
NEW THIS YEAR WE WILL BE ADDING A FITNESS CHALLENGE!
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FITNESS CHALLENGE INFORMATION
For the 22nd Annual Muster Beach 5K Run Beach Challenge, you will run or walk one of the most beautiful beaches on Florida’s east coast–on the sacred ground where the forerunners to today’s Navy SEALs trained for the beaches of Normandy. The 3.1-mile out-and-back beach course will start and finish on Navy SEAL Museum property on the north lawn at the Mark V Special Operations Craft. Come test your mettle on our beach course before finishing back at the Navy SEAL Museum. PLEASE NOTE: 5K SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF YOU REGISTER BY OCTOBER 14.
The Museum tells the story of Naval Special Warfare from the very beaches where it was born. The deeds and actions of the predecessors of today’s Navy SEALs established the benchmarks against which military Special Operations are measured today. From the coastline of Fort Pierce where the Navy SEAL Museum stands today, Naval Special Warfare produced tightly knit groups of men who trained for war and took their skillset and determination around the world with one goal in mind: “Win at any cost.” They cleared the way for others to follow, doing so for the love of their teammates and their country. Today’s SEALs continue keeping constant vigil around the globe to secure our freedom.
Join us for the 22nd Annual Muster 5K Beach Challenge. The race will begin at 8 AM on November 7. We encourage you to show your love for country by wearing your most patriotic athletic gear in honor and support of our veterans everywhere. We also love to see our participants in previous and vintage Muster race shirts! PLEASE NOTE: 5K SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF YOU REGISTER BY OCTOBER 14.
Awards will be assigned to the Overall Male and Overall Female, Overall Masters Male and Overall Masters Female.
Age Group awards (Male/Female) are assigned 1st through 3rd in each Age Group of 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+.
Early Registration $25 Beginning Friday, August 7, 2026 through Friday, August 14, 2026
Standard Registration $35 Beginning Saturday, August 15, 2026 through Friday, November 6, 2026
Race Day Registration, November 7 - $40
Active duty military and first responders are $25 with identification.
Pre-race Packet Pick Up will be Friday, November 6, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Museum. You may also pick up your bib the morning of the event between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM at the tent on the north side of the Museum.
The race begins promptly at 8:00 AM on Museum property on the north lawn.
Race day registration and number pickup will close promptly at 7:30 AM.
All runners must be at the start NO LATER than 7:45 AM.
Participants must park on the west side of A1A; there is no parking allowed in the Museum’s parking lot on race day.
Secure your place in this tradition and choose your shirt size while inventory lasts! Race shirts are not guaranteed to those who sign up after Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
We express our ongoing gratitude to our beach lifeguards for their provision of safety and support of our participants.
Many thanks to our sponsors who make this event possible.
Per county rules and regulations, dogs are not allowed on the beach. We regret that you cannot run with your dog on the beach for this event and apologize for any inconvenience. Due to the presence of military working dogs, outside animals are not permitted on Museum grounds, with the sole exception of documented service animals. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
PLEASE NOTE: 5K SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF YOU REGISTER BY OCTOBER 14.
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