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Gator Festival 5K

Gator Festival 5K is a running race on April 24, 2027 in Lake Waccamaw, NC, with entry fees from $18 to $30.

Date
April 24, 2027 (163 days to go)
Price
$18–$30
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Run (or Walk!) Like a Gator’s Chasing You! 🐊🏃‍♂️

Kick off Gator Fest with a run—or a stroll—with family, friends and the 2027 Gator Dude! Choose your pace and your race: a quick 1-mile or a lively 5K. Walkers, joggers, and runners of all speeds are welcome to join the fun. So grab your sneakers, bring your crew, and let’s hit the course—because it’s always a good time when Gators are involved! 🐊🎉

 

 

Events

5K Walk/Run$30
Gator Dash - 1 Mile Fun Run$18

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

76°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

27%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Whiteville 7 Nw, 17 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:32 AMSunset 7:52 PMDaylight 13h 21m

About Lake Waccamaw, NC

City Elevation

56 ft

Nearest Airport

ILM

Wilmington International Airport · 35 mi

Major Hub

MYR

Myrtle Beach International Airport · 51 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Gator Festival 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

163

Days to train

Race
Gator Festival 5K
Date
April 24, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gator Festival 5K?
Gator Festival 5K is a running race held in Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina on April 24, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Gator Festival 5K?
Saturday, April 24, 2027 in Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina at Elizabeth Brinkley Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Gator Festival 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Gator Festival 5K

Apr 24, 2027

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