Twins Tot Walk/Run 5K

🏃‍♂️TWINS TOT Walk/Run 5K

Join us March 28, 2026 at South County Regional Park (670 Cooper St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950) 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.
• Leashed Dogs: Dogs on leash and strollers are allowed (for safety, they will start at the back).
• Virtual Participation: Can’t be there in person? Register as a Virtual Participant and join the cause from anywhere.

🏅How to participate

• Chip-timed 5K: Run/walk and 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 shirt — register by February 28, 2026 to guarantee yours.
• Raffle prizes: Sold on race day.
• Finish-line fare: Healthy, replenishing snacks and beverages provided for runners: menu to be announced.

📅Race day schedule

• Early packet pickup: Details TBD.
• Race day packet pickup: 6:45 – 7:45 AM.
• Run/Walk start: 8:00 AM.
• Food served: ~8:30 AM.
• 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.

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

Register by February 28, 2026 to secure your spot and guaranteed race shirt. WOO HOO!! See you at the finish line!

For more information, visit the race website.