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Upcoming Races in Gainesville, FL

Next up: UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Gator Gallop 'Fun Run' on October 9, 2026. Every race below links to registration.

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Upcoming Races

5K (32)10K (23)Half Marathon (1)1 Mile (2)

Upcoming Races in Gainesville by Month

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Gainesville Races by Distance

5K Races in Gainesville 3210K Races in Gainesville 23Half Marathon Races in Gainesville 11 Mile Races in Gainesville 2

Races Near Gainesville

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Running Stores in Gainesville

Race-day shoes, packet pickup partners and group runs. Local specialty stores fit you properly before you toe the line.

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Gainesville Race FAQs

What races are coming up in Gainesville, FL? expand_more

Gainesville has 38 upcoming races: 5K (32), 10K (23), Half Marathon (1), 1 Mile (2). The next one is UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Gator Gallop 'Fun Run' on October 9, 2026. Every listing above links to registration.

Are there 5K races in Gainesville? expand_more

Yes. Gainesville has 32 upcoming 5Ks. See the full list on the Gainesville 5K page linked below.

How do I register for a race in Gainesville? expand_more

Open any race and click Register to reach the official registration page, usually on RunSignUp. Fees go up as race day gets closer, so signing up early saves money.

When is race season in Gainesville? expand_more

Most Gainesville races fall between October and March, when mornings are cool and dry. Summer events start early to beat the heat, and many switch to evening or virtual formats.

Racing in Gainesville, Florida

This is every Gainesville race with registration open, updated daily: 5K (32), 10K (23), Half Marathon (1), 1 Mile (2). Courses here are flat, so Gainesville is a good place to chase a personal best at any distance.

Register early. Most races raise their entry fee two or three times before race day, and popular events sell out. Every card above goes straight to the official registration page.

See everything running in Gainesville, see all Florida road races, browse the full Florida calendar with filters, or submit your race to get listed for free.