Run for the Gecko 5K
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Melbourne, Florida
- Price $38.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Run for the Gecko 5K on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, in beautiful Melbourne, Brevard! This vibrant event kicks off at 7:00 AM and promises a fantastic atmosphere for runners of all ages. Participants can look forward to a scenic 5K race, complete with birthday cupcakes for all finishers and tri-blend shirts (available while supplies last).
The event also features a special Li'l Gecko Kid's Run, where little ones can join in on the fun with Zippy the Gecko! Runners can enjoy complimentary beer (for those 21 and older) and have a chance to win amazing prizes, including a random $500 gift card giveaway. Plus, the race benefits Eau Gallie High School running programs, making your participation even more rewarding. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, celebrate, and support the community!
The event also features a special Li'l Gecko Kid's Run, where little ones can join in on the fun with Zippy the Gecko! Runners can enjoy complimentary beer (for those 21 and older) and have a chance to win amazing prizes, including a random $500 gift card giveaway. Plus, the race benefits Eau Gallie High School running programs, making your participation even more rewarding. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, celebrate, and support the community!
Organiser's Description
RUN FOR THE GECKO 5K
DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 10TH, 2025
TIME: 7:00 AM
RACE AMENITIES:
*
BIRTHDAY CUPCAKES FOR ALL FINISHERS
*
TRI-BLEND SHIRTS FOR PARTICIPANTS (NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 4/10)
*
FREE BEER (21 & OLDER)
*
LI'L GECKO KID'S RUN WITH ZIPPY THE GECKO
*
BENEFITS EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL RUNNING PROGRAMS
*
RANDOM GIVEAWAY OF $500 GIFT CARD
RUNNING ZONE SERIES AMENITIES
OUR SERIES RACES PROVIDES PARTICIPANTS WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE INCLUDING:
*
SERIES AWARDS OF $10,000 IN PRIZES
*
PLENTY OF FLUIDS ALONG THE COURSE AND FINISH AREA
*
SPLIT CLOCKS AT EACH MILE AND DIRECTIONAL MARKERS
*
ELECTRONIC TIMING WITH IMMEDIATE RESULTS
*
FINISHER CERTIFICATES & FINISH LINE VIDEO
*
UNIQUE RACE-THEMED AWARDS
PARTICIPATE IN ALL RACE SERIES EVENTS AND GET A FINISHER CUSTOM TERVIS! (SEE MORE INFORMATION ON OUR SERIES PAGE). ALL EVENTS HAVE A VIRTUAL OPTION. PARTICIPATION AND SUBMISSION OF RESULTS MAINTAIN ELIGIBILITY FOR 7 RACE SERIES FINISHER TERVIS.
FEES
(ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE.)
*
INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION: $35.00 ($40 RACE DAY)
*
KIDS REGISTRATION: $20.00 ($25 RACE DAY)
*
$5 OFF FOR NO SHIRT OPTION!
*
$5 OFF FOR NO MEDAL OPTION!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
SAVE TIME AND PICK UP YOUR PACKET EARLY!
RACE PACKETS CAN BE PICKED UP PRIOR TO RACE DAY AT RUNNING ZONE (3696 N. WICKHAM RD) ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:
*
WEDNESDAY, MAY 7TH: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
*
THURSDAY, MAY 8TH: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
*
FRIDAY, MAY 9TH: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
RACE DAY TIMETABLE:
5:45 AM PACKET PICKUP & LATE REGISTRATION BEGINS AT WICKHAM PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
6:45 AM PACKET PICKUP & LATE REGISTRATION CLOSES
7:00 AM RACE START
8:00 AM* FREE KIDS RUNS (AGES 12 AND UNDER)
8:15 AM* AWARDS CEREMONY
*ESTIMATED TIMES
DOGS:
WE LOVE OUR FURRY FRIENDS. HOWEVER, DUE TO RACE PERMITTING AND INSURANCE, DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS ARE PROHIBITED AT OUR RACE UNLESS IT IS AN ADA SERVICE ANIMAL. IF YOU BRING YOUR PUP AND THEY ARE NOT AN ADA SERVICE ANIMAL, WE WILL KINDLY ASK YOU TO LEAVE THE RACE SITE AND TAKE YOUR FUR BABY HOME.
DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 10TH, 2025
TIME: 7:00 AM
RACE AMENITIES:
*
BIRTHDAY CUPCAKES FOR ALL FINISHERS
*
TRI-BLEND SHIRTS FOR PARTICIPANTS (NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 4/10)
*
FREE BEER (21 & OLDER)
*
LI'L GECKO KID'S RUN WITH ZIPPY THE GECKO
*
BENEFITS EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL RUNNING PROGRAMS
*
RANDOM GIVEAWAY OF $500 GIFT CARD
RUNNING ZONE SERIES AMENITIES
OUR SERIES RACES PROVIDES PARTICIPANTS WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE INCLUDING:
*
SERIES AWARDS OF $10,000 IN PRIZES
*
PLENTY OF FLUIDS ALONG THE COURSE AND FINISH AREA
*
SPLIT CLOCKS AT EACH MILE AND DIRECTIONAL MARKERS
*
ELECTRONIC TIMING WITH IMMEDIATE RESULTS
*
FINISHER CERTIFICATES & FINISH LINE VIDEO
*
UNIQUE RACE-THEMED AWARDS
PARTICIPATE IN ALL RACE SERIES EVENTS AND GET A FINISHER CUSTOM TERVIS! (SEE MORE INFORMATION ON OUR SERIES PAGE). ALL EVENTS HAVE A VIRTUAL OPTION. PARTICIPATION AND SUBMISSION OF RESULTS MAINTAIN ELIGIBILITY FOR 7 RACE SERIES FINISHER TERVIS.
FEES
(ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE.)
*
INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION: $35.00 ($40 RACE DAY)
*
KIDS REGISTRATION: $20.00 ($25 RACE DAY)
*
$5 OFF FOR NO SHIRT OPTION!
*
$5 OFF FOR NO MEDAL OPTION!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
SAVE TIME AND PICK UP YOUR PACKET EARLY!
RACE PACKETS CAN BE PICKED UP PRIOR TO RACE DAY AT RUNNING ZONE (3696 N. WICKHAM RD) ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:
*
WEDNESDAY, MAY 7TH: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
*
THURSDAY, MAY 8TH: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
*
FRIDAY, MAY 9TH: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
RACE DAY TIMETABLE:
5:45 AM PACKET PICKUP & LATE REGISTRATION BEGINS AT WICKHAM PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
6:45 AM PACKET PICKUP & LATE REGISTRATION CLOSES
7:00 AM RACE START
8:00 AM* FREE KIDS RUNS (AGES 12 AND UNDER)
8:15 AM* AWARDS CEREMONY
*ESTIMATED TIMES
DOGS:
WE LOVE OUR FURRY FRIENDS. HOWEVER, DUE TO RACE PERMITTING AND INSURANCE, DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS ARE PROHIBITED AT OUR RACE UNLESS IT IS AN ADA SERVICE ANIMAL. IF YOU BRING YOUR PUP AND THEY ARE NOT AN ADA SERVICE ANIMAL, WE WILL KINDLY ASK YOU TO LEAVE THE RACE SITE AND TAKE YOUR FUR BABY HOME.
Races
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Run for the Gecko 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$38.50
Age-Based Pricing will be applied at checkout. $5 Off for No Shirt Option $5 Off for No Medal Option -
Run for the Gecko 5K VIRTUAL
Incl. $3.50 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt
$38.50
Age-Based Pricing will be applied at checkout. $5 Off for No Shirt Option $5 Off for No Medal Option
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