The Great West Chase

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for The Great West Chase, a celebrated road race returning to beautiful Tampa, Florida, on October 31, 2026. This popular event offers a distance for every runner, including a challenging 9.3-mile option (combining the 10K and 5K), a USATF/RRTC nationally certified 6.2-mile (10K) course, and a scenic 3.1-mile (5K) race. Families can also join the fun with the Kids Fun Run. All races begin and conclude in the vibrant Village Plaza in West Park Village, specifically at the corner of Brompton Drive and Montague Street, leading runners westward along Linebaugh Avenue before a turn at Radcliffe Drive and a picturesque return trip along the same route.

The Great West Chase is more than just a race; it's a community tradition that has been drawing over 1,300 participants since 2002. Organized by WOW magazine, the event is chip-timed and prides itself on being a charity race, with 100% of its net proceeds directly benefiting Title 1 schools by supporting essential math and literacy programs. Runners can anticipate typical race day conditions of highs around 82F and lows around 65F, with a minimal 6% chance of precipitation, making for enjoyable running weather in the heart of beautiful Westchase in Northwest Hillsborough County.