Gator Gallop 5K

The Course

• Race Type: The 5K is a flat road race around scenic Lake Quannapowitt, beginning and ending at the same area on the lower common.
• Kids' Event: The Kids 1-Mile Fun Run, for children ages 10 and under, also takes place from the lower common.
• Route Safety: The 1-mile route is protected and lined with parents cheering on their children.
• Age Restriction: Parents do not run the 1-mile, so this race may not be appropriate for children under age 5.

Facilities

• Restrooms: Port-a-potties will be available for the race.

Proceeds

• Beneficiaries: The proceeds will benefit the Greenwood School PTO and the Wakefield Educational Foundation (WEF), both 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
• PTO Funding: The Greenwood School PTO funds innovative classroom supplies, books for the school library, STEAM enrichment resources, and cultural and school community events.
• WEF Mission: WEF provides a bridge to allow funding for hands-on learning that is unobtainable within the current school system budget.

Schedule of Events

• Check-in and Registration: 8:15 AM
• Warm Up for Kids: 8:30 AM
• Children's 1-Mile Fun Run: 9 AM
• 5K Start: 9:30 AM
• Awards: 10:30 AM

Directions & Parking

• Starting Point: The race will begin at Wakefield's lower common on Lake Quannapowitt.
• Intersection: The roadways that intersect at this point are Main Street and Church Street.

Current Greenwood Students

• Registration: Current Greenwood School students should register through this webpage to run in the 1-Mile race and fundraise.

Sponsorship

• Sponsorship Opportunities: If you would like to sponsor the Gator Gallop with $100 or more, please visit our Sponsorship page for further details.

More Information

• Race URL: For additional details, visit Gator Gallop 5K.