Florida · 5K
Run for the Gecko 5K
Run for the Gecko 5K is a 5K event held in Melbourne, Florida. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, May 8, 2027.
- Race day
- May 8, 2027
- Location
- Melbourne, FL
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, May 8, 2027
- Location
- Melbourne, Florida
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 7:00 AM EDT
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Run for the Gecko 5K: common questions
- When is the Run for the Gecko 5K?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, May 8, 2027.
- Where is the Run for the Gecko 5K held?
- In Melbourne, Florida.
- What distances does the Run for the Gecko 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Run for the Gecko 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Run for the Gecko 5K?
- Yes — registration is open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 18, 2026).
- What time does the Run for the Gecko 5K start?
- 7:00 AM EDT.
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