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Blue Angels ‘Rock N Fly’ 5K Planned
February 1, 2014
The first ever Blue Angels Rock N Fly Half Marathon and 5K (3.1 miles) will be March 29 aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola, and it promises to bring out the hidden rocker in everyone.
Both races will start at 8 a.m. and the courses will be entirely on NAS Pensacola, home of the Blue Angels and one of the most historical and scenic Navy bases in the country.
All proceeds from the event will go towards the Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society, which provides financial support to Sailors and Marines, and the 2014 Pensacola Area Navy Ball.
The Blue Angels Rock N Fly will not just be about running, but will also provide entertainment for spectators and runners throughout the entire event.
“The Rock N Fly Half Marathon and 5K is not just a race, but an event with live music and contests,” said Cmdr. Mike Kohler, director of Health Benefits, Naval Hospital Pensacola, and the race director. “The race is also an opportunity for our community to come out and enjoy NAS Pensacola while supporting the Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society, dress up as a rock star if they like and listen to some great music. It should be fun for everyone.”
While there will be awards for top finishers in different age groups, the Blue Angels Rock N Fly is more about having fun than competition. Runners will hear a cornucopia of music throughout the courses from classic rock to modern pop to keep them motivated. After the half marathon, runners and spectators will be entertained with performances by local Pensacola bands on the main stage. There will also be a mullet and best dressed rocker contest, but please keep spandex to a minimum because this is a family event.
Registration cost for the half marathon is $65 by March 16 and $32 for the 5k if also done by March 16. Everyone that registers will receive a poster and t-shirt and all half marathon finishers will receive a medal. For more information or to register, please visit www.runrocknfly.com.
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