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UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Chomp for Charity 5K

📅 September 15, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Gainesville · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 16, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

3.1 mi

About

The UF Homecoming & Gator Growl - Chomp for Charity 5K takes place at Depot Park in Gainesville on September 15, 2027, with a 5K (3.1 miles) starting at 5:00 p.m. It supports the Humane Society of North Central Florida, a no-kill shelter dedicated to preventing the euthanasia of healthy and treatable pets.

For the occasion, participants will be paired with animals from the shelter. Awards go to the top three men and women in each category.

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