The Gator Chase 5K
The Gator Chase 5K is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Ave Maria, FL, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (87 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Runners and Walkers
Welcome to join in a 5K Run/Walk through the beautiful communities of Ave Maria!
Run starts at the Town Center:
5068 Annunciation Cir, Ave Maria FL
Starting time 7:30am
Registration Fees:
$25 until 9/27
$35 until 10/16
$40 Race Day
Premium Race Shirt: $13 - can be selected during registration until october 11
Group discounts are available, contact us at john@footlooserunning.com
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Events
Weather
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
86°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Naples, 17 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ave Maria, FL
Nearest Airport
RSW
Southwest Florida International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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87
Days to train
- Race
- The Gator Chase 5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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Running
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Coming Up
More Running races near Ave Maria, FL
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The Cool Down 5K/10K
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20 miles away
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The Gator Chase 5K
Oct 17, 2026