Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk
- Date Sun 9th March 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Gainesville, Florida
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk on Sunday, March 9, 2025, in beautiful Gainesville, Alachua! This vibrant event is designed to promote health and wellness through physical activity while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida, which provides vital support to families during medical challenges.
Participants can choose to join the in-person 5K Run & Walk at Depot Park, or opt for the VIRTUAL RUN/WALK, allowing you to complete your distance at your own pace leading up to the event date. Don’t forget the little ones! Children aged 10 and under can participate in the Fun Run, where they can secure sponsors for their distance and enjoy the excitement of running for a cause. Plus, those who register for the in-person event by February 21st will receive a free T-shirt! Lace up your sneakers and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Participants can choose to join the in-person 5K Run & Walk at Depot Park, or opt for the VIRTUAL RUN/WALK, allowing you to complete your distance at your own pace leading up to the event date. Don’t forget the little ones! Children aged 10 and under can participate in the Fun Run, where they can secure sponsors for their distance and enjoy the excitement of running for a cause. Plus, those who register for the in-person event by February 21st will receive a free T-shirt! Lace up your sneakers and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The Greater North Central Florida Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. is hosting a 5K Run & Walk to encourage health and wellness through physical activity. In addition to the Jack and Jill Foundation, a portion of the proceeds from this event will go to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida. The Ronald McDonald House gives families the support they need to stay close to their children during hospital stays and medical treatment by providing lodging, healthy meals, and other essential amenities. There are 3 ways to participate in this event:
PINK & BLUE RUN/WALK: Join us in person at Depot Park for the 5K Run & Walk
VIRTUAL RUN/WALK: Virtual attendees can register online and complete their walk or run any time leading up to the March 9th event.
FUN RUN: Children ages 10 and under can join our Fun Run! Children who participate in the Fun Run do not pay a registration fee to participate, but are required to secure sponsors for each .25K they run or walk. Sponsorships should be documented on this Sponsor Form [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hdHXBZt82ZEOG-Pi2OmDKjKvbpBKwTfyIkd7AO1_-DA/edit?tab=t.0]. Participants' distance will be certified and they should communicate their distance to sponsors on March 9th. All sponsorship contributions should be submitted to RunSignup by MARCH 12TH via the DONATE button. Alternatively, payments can be made to the child's parent to supply a check to the chapter. Checks should be made to GNCFC FOUNDATION and mailed to GNCFC JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC.; P.O. BOX 771771; OCALA, FL 34477.
**PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER FOR THE IN-PERSON 5K RUN & WALK BY FEB. 21ST WILL RECEIVE A FREE T-SHIRT**
PINK & BLUE RUN/WALK: Join us in person at Depot Park for the 5K Run & Walk
VIRTUAL RUN/WALK: Virtual attendees can register online and complete their walk or run any time leading up to the March 9th event.
FUN RUN: Children ages 10 and under can join our Fun Run! Children who participate in the Fun Run do not pay a registration fee to participate, but are required to secure sponsors for each .25K they run or walk. Sponsorships should be documented on this Sponsor Form [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hdHXBZt82ZEOG-Pi2OmDKjKvbpBKwTfyIkd7AO1_-DA/edit?tab=t.0]. Participants' distance will be certified and they should communicate their distance to sponsors on March 9th. All sponsorship contributions should be submitted to RunSignup by MARCH 12TH via the DONATE button. Alternatively, payments can be made to the child's parent to supply a check to the chapter. Checks should be made to GNCFC FOUNDATION and mailed to GNCFC JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC.; P.O. BOX 771771; OCALA, FL 34477.
**PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER FOR THE IN-PERSON 5K RUN & WALK BY FEB. 21ST WILL RECEIVE A FREE T-SHIRT**
Races
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Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 9th March 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
PINK & BLUE RUN/WALK: Join us in person at Depot Park for the 5K Run & Walk -
Virtual Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
Virtual attendees can register online and complete their walk or run at any time leading up to the March 9th event. -
Children's Pink & Blue Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 9th March 2025 (11:00AM EDT)
Free
Children and youth ages 10 and under can join our Fun Run! Children and youth do not pay a registration fee to participate but are required to secure sponsors for each .25K they run or walk. Participants' distance will be certified and they should communicate their distance to sponsors on March 9th. All sponsorship contributions should be submitted to RunSignup by March 12th via the DONATE button.
Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk