Twins Tot Walk/Run 5K

TWINS TOT Walk/Run 5K

Event Date and Location

• Date: March 28, 2026
• Location: South County Regional Park, 670 Cooper St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
• Event Link: Twins TOT Walk/Run 5K

Event Overview

Join us for a high-energy, heartwarming morning celebrating children, families, and community — and standing together to prevent child drowning. Be part of Movement, Remembrance, and Action.

Why We Gather

Founded by Paul DeMello in loving memory of his twin sons, Christian and Joshua, the Twins TOT Walk/Run now honors all children while raising funds and awareness for Just Against Children Drowning to provide life‑saving swim lessons and water‑safety education.

Who Can Come

• Family-Friendly: Welcoming to all ages.
• Pets: Dogs on leash are allowed.
• Strollers: Strollers are permitted (starting at the back for safety).
• Virtual Option: Can’t be there in person? Register as a Virtual Participant and join the cause from anywhere.

How to Participate

• Chip-Timed 5K: Chase a personal best and compete for awards.
• Vigil Walk: A gentle, reflective tribute to remember children lost and promote water safety.
• Virtual Participation: Complete your 5K wherever you are and support the mission.

Perks

• Race Shirt: High‑quality race shirt for those who register by February 28, 2026.
• Raffle Prizes: Available on race day.
• Finish-Line Fare: Healthy, replenishing snacks and Pancakes & Sausage from IHOP!

Race Day Schedule

• Early Packet Pickup: Details Thursday, March 26 from 5pm-7pm at South County Regional Park (670 Cooper St. Punta Gorda 33950)
• Packet Pickup & Registration: 6:45 – 7:45 AM
• Run/Walk Start: 8:00 AM
• Pancakes and Sausage: Sponsored by IHOP at ~8:30 AM

Additional schedule highlights include:

• Awards & presentations: 9:15 AM
• Moment of silence & guest speaker: 10:00 AM
• Vigil Walk begins: 10:15 AM
• Raffle prize announcements: 10:45 AM

Join the Movement

MOVE WITH US! REMEMBER WITH US! TAKE ACTION WITH US!

Register by March 14, 2026 to secure your spot and guaranteed race shirt. WOO HOO!! See you at the finish line!