Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 26th October 2024
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Gainesville, Florida
  • Price $26.25
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and healthy competition at the 13th Annual Habitat Hustle 5K Run/Walk! Join us on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, in beautiful Gainesville, Alachua, where participants of all ages are invited to lace up their running shoes or walking gear and hit the scenic Hawthorne Trail. The race kicks off at 9:30 a.m., with a suggested check-in time of 8:30 a.m. at Boulware Springs Park, the vibrant starting and finishing hub for this fantastic event.

This year's Habitat Hustle is not just about running; it's a chance to support a great cause! Proceeds from the event benefit UF Habitat for Humanity, helping to provide safe and affordable housing for families in need across Alachua County. After crossing the finish line, enjoy delicious post-race treats and exciting raffle prizes from local businesses, with additional chances to win for just $1 per ticket. Plus, the top three male and female racers will be recognized for their outstanding efforts! Best of all, children aged 5 and under can participate for freeβ€”no registration needed! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun

Organiser's Description

It's time for the 13th 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 26TH, 2024 for a community-wide event with UF Habitat! THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC OF ALL AGES!

THE START AND FINISH LINE ARE AT BOULWARE SPRINGS PARK IN GAINESVILLE, AND THE RUN TAKES PLACE ALONG GAINESVILLE'S SCENIC HAWTHORNE TRAIL. THE RACE WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 9:30 A.M. WITH A SUGGESTED ARRIVAL/ CHECK-IN TIME OF 8:30 A.M.

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 INCLUDES: T-SHIRT*, RACE BIB, RAFFLE TICKET, AND POST-RACE TREATS! Extra raffle tickets may be purchased for $1 per ticket at the event.

CHILDREN 5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER RUN FOR FREE! No need to register them.

FREE PARKING: NAVIGATE TO 3300 SE 15TH STREET GAINESVILLE, FL 32641. OVERFLOW PARKING WILL HEAD NEXT DOOR TO 3400 SE 15TH STREET GAINESVILLE, FL 32641.

All race updates will be posted to our website: www.ufhabitat.org/habitathustle5k. [http://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:

HTTPS://DOCS.GOOGLE.COM/FORMS/D/E/1FAIPQLSFJJRFSEX_RB52QAZVUDVBMAJQ-6Z6QZEAPO7B9AIKGLLFK9Q/VIEWFORM?VC=0&C=0&W=1&FLR=0&PLI=1 [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJjRfSeX_Rb52qAzvuDVbMaJQ-6Z6QzEAPo7B9AIKGlLFk9Q/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&pli=1].

THIS FORM WILL CLOSE ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024. WILL SEND OUT THE RIDE ASSIGNMENTS WITH CONTACT INFORMATION ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024.

Contact events coordinator, Xavier Aya-ay, at [email protected] if you have any questions.

**REGISTRATION CLOSES ON OCTOBER 25TH, 2024 AT 11:59 P.M.

Races

  • Habitat Hustle 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $1.25 Fee & Habitat T-Shirt

    Sat 26th October 2024 (8:30AM EDT)

    $26.25

    CLOSED

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3400 SE 15 Street, Gainesville, 32641, FL, United States

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