Gate River Run
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American Classic Road Race in Jacksonville
The Gate River Run is a longstanding road racing event held in Jacksonville, Florida. A member of the PRRO Circuit, the event features a variety of distances and activities centered around the Jacksonville Shipyards area on East Bay Street.
The event provides several participation options:
- 15K (including a wave start)
- 5K for Charity
- Brooks Rehabilitation Challenge Mile
- Junior River Run
- Diaper Dashes
The start and finish lines for the 2026 edition are located at the Shipyards, positioned four blocks east of the Main Street Bridge. This location allows participants to utilize downtown parking facilities located a short distance from the event grounds.
The race weekend includes the Sleiman Enterprises Runners' Expo and Packet Pickup, which takes place on the Thursday and Friday preceding the Saturday races at the Mandarin Point Shopping Center. On the day of the event, a festival area is established at the Shipyards for various activities, including a post-race celebration.
Support for the event is provided by local and national organizations, including health systems and athletic brands. Participants can review their performance through provided results services after the completion of the races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
