Tom Walker Half Marathon & 5k
- Date Sun 9th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Gainesville, Florida
- Price $34.30 - $66.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Tom Walker Half Marathon & 5K on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in the beautiful Gainesville, Alachua area! This renowned event promises to be a blast as it takes place along the picturesque Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail, starting at the vibrant First Magnitude Brewing. Runners can choose between the challenging half marathon, kicking off at 8:00 AM, or the fun-filled 5K, which begins shortly after at 8:15 AM.
With a generous time limit of 3 hours for the half marathon and dedicated pacers available at various finish times, this race is designed to accommodate runners of all levels. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just looking to enjoy the scenic route, this event is perfect for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to join fellow running enthusiasts in a supportive, community-driven atmosphere. Volunteer opportunities are also available, so you can be part of the action and help make this event a success! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for a fantastic day of fitness and fun!
With a generous time limit of 3 hours for the half marathon and dedicated pacers available at various finish times, this race is designed to accommodate runners of all levels. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just looking to enjoy the scenic route, this event is perfect for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to join fellow running enthusiasts in a supportive, community-driven atmosphere. Volunteer opportunities are also available, so you can be part of the action and help make this event a success! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for a fantastic day of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
THE ICONIC AND POPULAR TOM WALKER HALF MARATHON & 5K WILL RETURN, TO THE BEAUTIFUL GAINESVILLE-HAWTHORNE TRAIL, BUT WITH A TWIST! WE'LL BE STARTING FROM FIRST MAGNITUDE BREWING IN GAINESVILLE.
HALF MARATHON STARTS AT 8:00 AM WITH THE 5K STARTING AT 8:15 AM. HALF MARATHON COURSE TIME LIMIT IS 3 HOURS.
WE PLAN TO PROVIDE PACERS FOR THE HALF MARATHON AT 1:30 (6:52 PACE), 1:40 (7:37 PACE), 1:50 (8:24 PACE), 2:00 (9:09), 2:10 (9:55), 2:20 (10:40). **THESE WILL BE RUN ONLY AND NOT WALK/RUN PACERS. REACH OUT TO ENOCH NADLER AT [email protected] IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN PACING.
REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE UNTIL 1 HOUR PRIOR TO THE RACE START.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS RACE, PLEASE GO TO THE "VOLUNTEER" TAB ON THE MENU BAR AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE AND SIGN UP. THIS EVENT IS VOLUNTEER-LED SO PLEASE HELP US MAKE THIS EVENT SUCCESSFUL FOR OUR LOCAL RUNNERS!
INDIVIDUAL YEARLY MEMBERSHIP TO THE FLORIDA TRACK CLUB IS ONLY $40, FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $65, AND STUDENT MEMBERSHIP $25. SENIOR MEMBERSHIP (65+) IS $25 FOR AN INDIVIDUAL AND $40 FOR A FAMILY. PLEASE EMAIL US TO SET UP SENIOR MEMBERSHIP.
HALF MARATHON STARTS AT 8:00 AM WITH THE 5K STARTING AT 8:15 AM. HALF MARATHON COURSE TIME LIMIT IS 3 HOURS.
WE PLAN TO PROVIDE PACERS FOR THE HALF MARATHON AT 1:30 (6:52 PACE), 1:40 (7:37 PACE), 1:50 (8:24 PACE), 2:00 (9:09), 2:10 (9:55), 2:20 (10:40). **THESE WILL BE RUN ONLY AND NOT WALK/RUN PACERS. REACH OUT TO ENOCH NADLER AT [email protected] IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN PACING.
REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE UNTIL 1 HOUR PRIOR TO THE RACE START.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS RACE, PLEASE GO TO THE "VOLUNTEER" TAB ON THE MENU BAR AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE AND SIGN UP. THIS EVENT IS VOLUNTEER-LED SO PLEASE HELP US MAKE THIS EVENT SUCCESSFUL FOR OUR LOCAL RUNNERS!
INDIVIDUAL YEARLY MEMBERSHIP TO THE FLORIDA TRACK CLUB IS ONLY $40, FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $65, AND STUDENT MEMBERSHIP $25. SENIOR MEMBERSHIP (65+) IS $25 FOR AN INDIVIDUAL AND $40 FOR A FAMILY. PLEASE EMAIL US TO SET UP SENIOR MEMBERSHIP.
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