UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Gator Gallop
Gainesville, FL
Fri, Oct 9, 2026
In 100 days · Fri, Oct 9, 2026
When
Friday, October 9th, 2026
Where
Plaza of the Americas, Gainesville FL
Distance
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Gator Gallop
- Date: October 9th, 2026
- Location: Plaza of the Americas, Gainesville, FL
- Distance: 2-mile fun run
Description
- Community Participation: Students and the Gainesville community join together to run or walk through the University of Florida's campus and along the parade route.
- All Ages Welcome: Students and families of all ages are welcome to participate in the University of Florida's annual homecoming celebration.
- Festivities: Enjoy photo-ops, music, prizes, and more!
- Check-in: Begins at 9:00 am on the event day, with the fun run starting at 10:30 am.
Registration Details
- Registration Opens: July 27th
- Registration Closes: October 5th at 12:00 pm
- T-shirt & Medal: Guaranteed if registered before September 15th at 11:59 pm.
- Day-of Registration: Accepted with a price increase of $32 for ages 5-15 and $20 for ages 16 to 100.
Additional Information
- Race Map: CLICK HERE FOR RACE MAP
- Parking: Please utilize the Stephen C. O'Connell Center parking lot and garage for race day parking.
- Parking Address: 250 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611
More Information
- Race URL: Race Sign-Up
Course map
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