Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash and Bash

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Name: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health
Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 8:00 a.m.
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Stadium North Lawn
157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611

🗓️ Race Details

• Date: May 16th, 2026
• Time: 8am-12pm
• Route: 5K race around the University of Florida, passing by UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital
• Post-Race: “Bash” with entertainment and community safety partners

👕 Registration & Fundraising

Please consider joining us as a fundraiser for this event too! As a nonprofit hospital, UF Health Shands Children's Hospital relies on community support to deliver the world-class healthcare we are known for. Through your support of this event, you can make an incredible impact on the lives of children and families who come to us for advanced medical treatment. Every dollar raised ensures our hospital is well-equipped with the proper tools when children need them most.

🌅 Day of Event Schedule

• 7:00 a.m. - Registration & Pre-Registrations Opens
• 7:30 a.m. - Warm-up led by D1 Training Gainesville
• 7:45 a.m. - Pre-Race Remarks
• 8:00 a.m. – 5K Race Start & Bash Begins
• 9:00 a.m. - Awards ceremony
• 9:45 a.m. - Raffle Winners Announced
• 12:00 p.m. - Bash concludes

👕 Tee Shirts

Shirts are guaranteed for all pre-registered participants before May 1st. Shirts are not guaranteed on race day to anyone that registers after May 1st.

🏆 Awards

Awards will be provided to the top male, female, and non-binary individuals in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-13, 14-18, 19-24, 25-35, 36-45, 46-55, 56-65, 66+.

📝 Packet Pick-Up

UF Health Professional Park - 3300 SW Williston Rd. Gainesville, FL 32608 (Room B107). Enter through the front entrance of the building (by the flag poles) and there will be a security desk & directional signage to the pick-up room.

• Wednesday, May 13: 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Thursday, May 14: 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Friday, May 15: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Race Day: Pick-up starts at 7 a.m.

🚗 Parking

Parking is plentiful at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center parking lot and garage. The race starts and ends at the same location.

⏱️ Timing & Scoring

Race will be timed with chip-timing. Results will be live on the race registration website upon finish of the race.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

• How long is the course? - The 5K is 3.1 miles. Please note that this is not a flat course as the race route consists of uphill/downhill components.
• How will I be timed? - The race uses an electronic timing system that records race time and place. Each individual competing in the 5K is required to use the race chip.
• Can I use my own race chip? - No, you will be provided with a custom chip.
• Can I participate with a stroller? - Yes, please be mindful of the more competitive runners.

Your commitment to participation not only enriches your own life but also contributes to the broader mission of supporting vital services for children. Join us for a day filled with activity, camaraderie, and community support!