Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

It's time for the 14th Annual Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk! This event benefits UF Habitat for Humanity. Wear your favorite running or walking gear and come out on Saturday, October 25th, 2025 for a community-wide event with UF Habitat! THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC OF ALL AGES!

📍 Location and Timing

• Start and Finish: Boulware Springs Park in Gainesville.
• Trail: The run takes place along Gainesville's scenic Hawthorne Trail.
• Race Time: The race will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m.
• Check-In: Suggested arrival/check-in time of 8:30 a.m.

🎉 Post-Race Festivities

Runners can enjoy post-race treats and raffle prizes from local businesses upon crossing the finish line. The top three male and female racers will be awarded! All proceeds benefit UF Habitat for Humanity in supporting their mission to provide safe, affordable housing to deserving families in Alachua County through home builds and critical home repairs.

👕 Registration Details

• Includes: T-shirt*, race bib, raffle ticket, and post-race treats!
• Extra Tickets: Raffle tickets can be purchased for $1 at the event.
• Free for Children: Kids 5 years old and under run for FREE! No need to register them.
• Parking: Free parking is available at 3300 SE 15th Street Gainesville, FL 32641, with overflow parking next door at 3400 SE 15th Street Gainesville, FL 32641.

🔗 Updates and Contact

All race updates will be posted to our website: www.ufhabitat.org/habitathustle5k. Additionally, you can check out our Facebook: UF Habitat for Humanity 2024-2025.

UF STUDENTS: If you need a ride or can give a ride to the race, please use the following link: [INSERT CARPOOL LINK HERE].

This form will close on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Will send out the ride assignments with contact information on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Contact events coordinator, Nayla Jimenez, at events.ufhabitat@gmail.com if you have any questions.

⏰ Registration Deadline

Registration closes on October 24th, 2024 at 11:59 P.M.