UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Gator Gallop 'Fun Run'
- Date Fri 9th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Gainesville, Florida
- Price $29.62
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 103rd annual Gator Gallop 'Fun Run' on October 9th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Gainesville, Alachua! This exciting 2-mile fun run is part of the UF Homecoming & Gator Growl celebration, where students, families, and the Gainesville community come together to enjoy a spirited day filled with tradition and camaraderie. Participants will have the chance to run or walk through the scenic University of Florida campus and along the lively parade route, making it an event to remember!
Join us at the Plaza of the Americas, where the festivities begin with check-in from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM, leading up to the fun run starting at 10:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the chance to snag your customized Gator Gallop T-shirt and race medal by registering before October 1st. After this date, only the first 700 participants are guaranteed a shirt, so be sure to secure your spot early! Day-of registrations will be accepted, but prices will increase. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fun, music, and community spirit at the University of Florida!
Join us at the Plaza of the Americas, where the festivities begin with check-in from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM, leading up to the fun run starting at 10:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the chance to snag your customized Gator Gallop T-shirt and race medal by registering before October 1st. After this date, only the first 700 participants are guaranteed a shirt, so be sure to secure your spot early! Day-of registrations will be accepted, but prices will increase. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fun, music, and community spirit at the University of Florida!
Organiser's Description
UF Homecoming & Gator Growl is proud to present the 103rd annual Gator Gallop on OCTOBER 9TH, 2026.
The Gator Gallop is a 2-mile fun run where students and the Gainesville community join together to run or walk through the University of Florida's campus and along the parade route. Students and families of all ages are welcome to participate in the University of Florida's annual homecoming celebration! Feel free to join us at Plaza of the Americas in the heart of the University of Florida's campus to participate in one of the many UF Homecoming traditions featuring photo-ops, music, prizes, and more! CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 9:00 AM AND CLOSES AT 10:15 AM. The fun run then BEGINS AT 10:30 AM. Please make sure to arrive on time.
Registration IS NOW OPEN and CLOSES on OCTOBER 8TH AT 11:59 PM.
Please scroll down to see our 2026 Gator Gallop Customized T-shirt! Participants will be guaranteed a customized Gator Gallop T-shirt and race medal if they register BY OCTOBER 1ST. After October 1st, only the first 700 participants will be guaranteed a shirt. Please note that registrations after this date may not be guaranteed the customized t-shirt or medal.
Importantly, registration will be accepted day-of, with a price increase of $20 for individuals ages 5-15 and $32 for all ages 16 to 100.
Parking: Please utilize the Stephen C. O'Connell Center parking lot and garage for race day parking.
(250 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611).
The Gator Gallop is a 2-mile fun run where students and the Gainesville community join together to run or walk through the University of Florida's campus and along the parade route. Students and families of all ages are welcome to participate in the University of Florida's annual homecoming celebration! Feel free to join us at Plaza of the Americas in the heart of the University of Florida's campus to participate in one of the many UF Homecoming traditions featuring photo-ops, music, prizes, and more! CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 9:00 AM AND CLOSES AT 10:15 AM. The fun run then BEGINS AT 10:30 AM. Please make sure to arrive on time.
Registration IS NOW OPEN and CLOSES on OCTOBER 8TH AT 11:59 PM.
Please scroll down to see our 2026 Gator Gallop Customized T-shirt! Participants will be guaranteed a customized Gator Gallop T-shirt and race medal if they register BY OCTOBER 1ST. After October 1st, only the first 700 participants will be guaranteed a shirt. Please note that registrations after this date may not be guaranteed the customized t-shirt or medal.
Importantly, registration will be accepted day-of, with a price increase of $20 for individuals ages 5-15 and $32 for all ages 16 to 100.
Parking: Please utilize the Stephen C. O'Connell Center parking lot and garage for race day parking.
(250 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611).
Races
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UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Gator Gallop
Incl. $2.62 Fee & Customized 103rd Gator Gallop T-Shirt
Fri 9th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$29.62
CLOSED
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