Gate River Run
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Mar 7, 2026 - Saturday
1mi, 5k, 15k
Race Report
Inside look at what it's like to run the Gate River Run.
2023 Gate River Run Report
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Race Information
The Gate River Run (GRR) was first held in 1978 and was formerly known as the Jacksonville River Run. It is an annual 15-kilometer road running event in Jacksonville, Florida.
One of the great running events in America, it has been the US National 15K Championship since 1994. The race attracts both competitive and recreational runners -- in huge numbers - and was voted as one of the top US Road Races for the last 20 years by Runner's World Magazine.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 10,000+
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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