RUN WITH US AT
GATOR GALLOP
Gator Gallop is a 2-mile fun run through the University of Florida’s campus and along the parade route before the start of the Homecoming parade. This longstanding tradition brings together UF students and the greater Gainesville running community. Join us to participate! More information and registration opportunities coming soon!
DETAILS
Date: October 9th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
START: Plaza of the Americas
First 700 registrants receive a free t-shirt and medal!
Register
Register using the link below!
for more information, contact our directors.
GATOR GALLOP 2026 ROUTE
Gator Gallop will start at the Plaza of the Americas! Runners will go straight and turn right onto W University Ave, then turn right again and run on SW 13th St until Inner Rd. The route will then go straight until Marston Science Library, then turn left, and run along McCarty Dr. Runners will run around the Reitz Union, across the North Lawn, and onto Stadium Rd, where they will take a left towards the Bull Gator. After reaching the Bull Gator, turn around and run back on Stadium Rd to Turlington Hall. Runners will end at the start point!
The first 700 registrants will receive an exclusive Gator Gallop 2026 t-shirt and medal!
Attention
It is the responsibility of parents/guardians to ensure that all minors are escorted and/or accompanied by an appropriate adult at all times for all Homecoming activities, including participation in Parade, Gator Gallop and Festival events.
