Gator Gallop 5K
- Date Sun 2nd May 2027
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Wakefield, Massachusetts
- Price $12.55 - $39.05
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Gator Gallop 5K on Sunday, May 2, 2027, set against the picturesque backdrop of Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, Middlesex. This flat road race promises a scenic route that starts and finishes at the vibrant lower common, making it an ideal event for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic beginners. The day will kick off at 8:00 a.m. with check-in and registration, followed by a warm-up for our young athletes at 8:20 a.m. and the Kids 1-Mile Fun Run at 8:30 a.m., designed for children ages 10 and under.
Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to stay active and enjoy the great outdoors, but it also supports meaningful causes. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenwood School PTO and the Wakefield Educational Foundation, helping to fund innovative educational resources and enhance community cultural events. With awards set to follow each race, don’t miss this chance to be part of a lively community gathering while making a difference!
Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to stay active and enjoy the great outdoors, but it also supports meaningful causes. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenwood School PTO and the Wakefield Educational Foundation, helping to fund innovative educational resources and enhance community cultural events. With awards set to follow each race, don’t miss this chance to be part of a lively community gathering while making a difference!
Organiser's Description
THE COURSE
The 5K is a flat road race around scenic Lake Quannapowitt, beginning and ending at the same area on the lower common. The Kids 1-Mile Fun Run, for children ages 10 and under, also takes place from the lower common. Although the 1-mile route is protected and lined with parents cheering on their children, parents do not run the 1-mile, so this race may not be appropriate for children under age 5.
FACILITIES
Port-a-potties will be available for the race.
PROCEEDS
The proceeds will benefit the Greenwood School PTO and the Wakefield Educational Foundation (WEF), both 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The Greenwood School PTO funds innovative classroom supplies, books for the school library, STEAM enrichment resources, and cultural and school community events. 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: 8:00 a.m.
Warm up for kids: 8:20 a.m.
Kids 1-Mile Fun Run: 8:30 a.m.
Kids awards: 8:50 a.m.
5K start: 9:00 a.m.
5K awards: 9:30 a.m.
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
The race will begin at Wakefield's lower common on Lake Quannapowitt. The roadways that intersect at this point are Main Street and Church Street.
CURRENT GREENWOOD STUDENTS
Current Greenwood School students should register through this webpage to run in the 1-Mile race and fundraise.
SPONSORSHIP
If you would like to sponsor the Gator Gallop with $100 or more, please visit our Sponsor Us [https://runsignup.com/Race/GatorGallop5K/Page/Sponsor-Us] page for further details.
The 5K is a flat road race around scenic Lake Quannapowitt, beginning and ending at the same area on the lower common. The Kids 1-Mile Fun Run, for children ages 10 and under, also takes place from the lower common. Although the 1-mile route is protected and lined with parents cheering on their children, parents do not run the 1-mile, so this race may not be appropriate for children under age 5.
FACILITIES
Port-a-potties will be available for the race.
PROCEEDS
The proceeds will benefit the Greenwood School PTO and the Wakefield Educational Foundation (WEF), both 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The Greenwood School PTO funds innovative classroom supplies, books for the school library, STEAM enrichment resources, and cultural and school community events. 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: 8:00 a.m.
Warm up for kids: 8:20 a.m.
Kids 1-Mile Fun Run: 8:30 a.m.
Kids awards: 8:50 a.m.
5K start: 9:00 a.m.
5K awards: 9:30 a.m.
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
The race will begin at Wakefield's lower common on Lake Quannapowitt. The roadways that intersect at this point are Main Street and Church Street.
CURRENT GREENWOOD STUDENTS
Current Greenwood School students should register through this webpage to run in the 1-Mile race and fundraise.
SPONSORSHIP
If you would like to sponsor the Gator Gallop with $100 or more, please visit our Sponsor Us [https://runsignup.com/Race/GatorGallop5K/Page/Sponsor-Us] page for further details.
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