Commodore 24 Hour Challenge

The Commodore 24 Hour Challenge returns to Panama City, Florida on October 23rd, inviting runners from across the region for an endurance event like no other at Gulf Coast State College. This unique race challenges participants to run one mile every half hour over a continuous twenty-four-hour period starting promptly at 6:00 PM.
The course begins and ends at the baseball field of Gulf Coast State College, with runners traversing through landmarks such as the Military and Veterans Resource Center and Student Union West along the way. The terrain features hard and dry surfaces that make for steady footing underfoot during both day and night runs. Participants must adhere strictly to a mandatory start time and finish within each 30-minute segment to avoid disqualification.
Now in its second year, this event draws runners from all over Florida who are eager to test their physical limits against the clock. The Commodore 24 Hour Challenge raises funds for scholarships at Gulf Coast State College, making it more than just a race but an important community fundraiser as well. Over two dozen participants registered last year, and with the option of solo or team challenges, this event continues to grow in popularity.
The course winds through several key points on campus including the baseball field and Student Union West, offering scenic views and landmarks that make each lap distinct yet familiar for those who run more than a few times. The race venue is located near Gulf Coast State College’s main entrance off of Highway 98 westbound, providing ample parking space along with camping facilities nearby.
In anticipation of October temperatures averaging around 22 degrees Celsius (with lows dipping to an average minimum temperature of 17.2°C and highs reaching up to 27°C), participants should prepare for variable conditions ranging from mild breezes blowing at approximately 3mph throughout the day, low humidity levels sitting comfortably below 68%, and minimal chances of rainfall with only about 0.5mm expected in total over race day.