Dream Team 5K
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Dream Team 5K - Gainesville, FL
The Dream Team 5K takes place on February 21, 2026, at the Cancer & Genetics Research Complex in Gainesville, FL. The event is organized by UF Dream Team, a student-run nonprofit that supports children in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital. All proceeds from the event go to the Dream Team’s in-hospital and out-of-hospital initiatives for these patients.
Race options, fees and on-site activities
Race and participation options include:
- Timed 5K
- 1.5-mile walk
- Kids fun run guided by volunteers
Entry cost is $25 per person; children 10 and under are free. Students receive a $10 discount with code "GOGATORS!" and must present a student ID on race day. The event features a retro gaming theme, a costume contest with prizes, trophies for top finishers, carnival games, food vendors, and live music. Results can be posted automatically to social media if participants connect their account. Donations are also accepted through a GoFundMe campaign to support the Dream Team’s work. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.