Skippin & Sippin 5K & PHun Walk/Run
About this race
Proudly partnered with LuLu's Gulf Shores and Parrot Heads in Paradise (PHIP), Inc., Skippin & Sippin, Inc. welcomes Parrot Heads from across the country to Gulf Shores each October for the Annual Skippin & Sippin 5K & PHun Walk/Run during Meeting of the Minds.
What began as the dream of one remarkable Mermaid Sister has grown into a meaningful tradition with a morning filled with hope, phriendship, and giving back.
This event brings together runners, walkers, bralunteers, breast cancer patients and survivors, sponsors, and supporters who believe in making a difference. Every registration helps provide hope, meaningful assistance, and lasting support to breast cancer patients throughout Gulf Shores, surrounding communities, and eligible Parrot Head members in good standing nationwide.
After crossing the finish line, celebrate with our signature after-party at LuLu's Gulf Shores before joining the LuLu's annual Second Line Tribute honoring the life and legacy of Jimmy Buffett.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a walk with phriends, or simply celebrating community, every Skip, Sip, and Step helps carry Susan's dream forward.
Join us this October and become part of a PHamily with a purpose.
Registration Pricing
Early Bird — through August 13
$30 (Ages 13+)
$25 (Ages 12 & Under)
August 14 through October 9
$35 (Ages 13+)
$30 (Ages 12 & Under)
October 10 through October 23
$40 (Ages 13+)
$35 (Ages 12 & Under)
T-shirt not guaranteed
Day-of registration will be available at the Race Week prices listed above
Additional Options
Virtual Participant: $30 ($7.50 shipping fee applies at checkout).
Shirt Only: $28
No shirt option: subtract $2 from registration total
Processing fee and applicable sales tax apply per registration.
Shirt Deadline
To guarantee a shirt on race day, participants must register by October 9, 2026.
Awards
Top male and female overall and top three male and female in age groups:
9 & under, 10–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–80, and 80+.
Finisher prizes will be available to all who complete the 5k & Phun Walk/Run.
Bralunteer Opportunities
More information on Bralunteer opportunities will be available in the coming weeks.
Visit our website:
www.skippinandsippin.org
Pick your distance
Running
5K Run/Walk (Chip Timed)
Walkers, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome. Includes race bib, chip timing, event t-shirt (if registered by deadline), and access to the post-race party. To guarantee a shirt on race day, you must register by October 9.
1-Mile PHun Walk/Run (Chip Timed)
Walkers, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome. Includes race bib, chip timing, event t-shirt (if registered by deadline), and access to the post-race party. To guarantee a shirt on race day, you must register by October 9.
Virtual Participant
Participate from anywhere and support local breast cancer patients. Virtual participants will receive an event t-shirt, virtual bib, and a commemorative item. Materials will be mailed prior to the event. A $7.50 shipping fee applies at checkout.
T-Shirt Only (Pick-Up)
Support the mission and receive an event t-shirt. This option does not include race participation or timing. Shirts must be picked up at packet pickup or the check-in tent on race day and will not be mailed.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Gulf Shores, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:59 AM and sets at 6:10 PM local time (CDT) in Gulf Shores on October 24, 2026 — 11h 11m of daylight.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Gulf Shores
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Gulf Shores 5K Races 6 races
- 10K Run Events in Gulf Shores 2 races
- Gulf Shores Half Marathons 2 races
- Gulf Shores Running Calendar 2026 9 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 9 Gulf Shores events
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