Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk

FEB
28
2026
Join the Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk at Gainesville's Depot Park for a community fitness event supporting youth mentorship. Choose from an in-person 5K, a virtual option, or a free kids' fun run. This fundraiser aims to build on its previous success for a good cause.
Sat 28 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk is scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Depot Park in Gainesville, Florida. This is the second annual event, organized by the Greater North Central Florida Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. The event anticipates over 100 participants.

Participation Options

There are three ways to participate:

  • Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk: An in-person 5K event at Depot Park with a registration fee of $35.
  • Virtual Pink & Blue 5K Run & Walk: A virtual option with a registration fee of $35.
  • Children's Pink & Blue Fun Run: A free event for children aged 10 and under, though participants are required to secure sponsors.

Participants who register for the in-person 5K by January 10th will receive a free t-shirt. A route map for the 5K is available.

Charity Focus

The event is a fundraiser. In its first year, a portion of the proceeds was donated to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida. For the 2026 event, the aim is to support youth literacy development through the non-profit mentorship organization Kut Different. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Pink & Blue 5k Run & Walk
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Virtual Pink & Blue 5k Run & Walk