The Great Gator 5K & Fun Run
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Bossier City, Louisiana
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at The Great Gator 5K & Fun Run, taking place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in beautiful Bossier City, Louisiana! This beloved annual event, now in its 5th year, aims to raise funds for Elm Grove Elementary while encouraging community engagement and support. Participants can choose between the exciting 5K race, a 3.1-mile run/walk, or the charming ½-mile Fun Run, perfect for families and kids. Both races come with a stylish t-shirt for all registrants, but be sure to register early to guarantee yours!
The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM at Walker Park on the Arthur Ray Teague Parkway, where leashed dogs are welcome, and strollers and wagons can join in the fun at a walking pace. Don't miss out on this vibrant community event filled with energy, camaraderie, and a chance to support local education. Join us for a memorable day, and remember, if you prefer to sleep in, there’s even a Lazy Gator option! Mark your calendars and prepare to make lasting memories at The Great Gator 5K & Fun Run!
The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM at Walker Park on the Arthur Ray Teague Parkway, where leashed dogs are welcome, and strollers and wagons can join in the fun at a walking pace. Don't miss out on this vibrant community event filled with energy, camaraderie, and a chance to support local education. Join us for a memorable day, and remember, if you prefer to sleep in, there’s even a Lazy Gator option! Mark your calendars and prepare to make lasting memories at The Great Gator 5K & Fun Run!
Organiser's Description
This is the 5th ANNUAL GREAT GATOR 5K AND FUN RUN. We are raising money for Elm Grove Elementary. We do this race to get our kids out in the community and give the community the opportunity to show their support.
REGISTER EARLY! No shirts are guaranteed to late registrants.
GATOR 5K - a 3.1-mile run/walk plus a t-shirt.
FUN RUN - a 1/2-mile run/ walk around the park plus a t-shirt.
LAZY GATOR - Sleep-in morning of the race but come get a t-shirt during packet pick up!
DATE & STARTING TIME: Saturday, April 11, 2025. The 5K run/walk will begin at 8:00am at the Walker Park on the Arthur Ray Teague Parkway.
T-SHIRTS & RACE PACKET PICKUP: Run Wild 9462 Ellerbe Rd.
Thursday, April 9th from 11 am- 6 pm
Friday, April 10th from 10 am-5:30 pm.
You may also pick up your packet on race day at the race site at 7:00am.
SPECIAL NOTE: Leashed dogs are invited!! Strollers, wagons, baby joggers, and any hand pushed or pulled vehicle will be allowed on the course, but at a walk pace capacity only. Absolutely NO inline skates, roller skates or runners with baby strollers will be allowed on run course. This rule is an RRCA regulation!
REGISTER EARLY! No shirts are guaranteed to late registrants.
GATOR 5K - a 3.1-mile run/walk plus a t-shirt.
FUN RUN - a 1/2-mile run/ walk around the park plus a t-shirt.
LAZY GATOR - Sleep-in morning of the race but come get a t-shirt during packet pick up!
DATE & STARTING TIME: Saturday, April 11, 2025. The 5K run/walk will begin at 8:00am at the Walker Park on the Arthur Ray Teague Parkway.
T-SHIRTS & RACE PACKET PICKUP: Run Wild 9462 Ellerbe Rd.
Thursday, April 9th from 11 am- 6 pm
Friday, April 10th from 10 am-5:30 pm.
You may also pick up your packet on race day at the race site at 7:00am.
SPECIAL NOTE: Leashed dogs are invited!! Strollers, wagons, baby joggers, and any hand pushed or pulled vehicle will be allowed on the course, but at a walk pace capacity only. Absolutely NO inline skates, roller skates or runners with baby strollers will be allowed on run course. This rule is an RRCA regulation!
Races
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Gator 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
1/2 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED -
Lazy Gator
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED
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