Name: Children’s Miracle Network Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health Saturday, November 14, 2026 - 8:00 a.m. Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Stadium North Lawn 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611 RACE: Children’s Miracle Network Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health, will be on May 16th, 2026 from 8am-12pm at the University of Florida. This event will comprise of a 5K race around the University of Florida, passing by UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, and a post-race “bash.” Along the race route, partners and community members will be engaging with you through “cheer zones.” In conjunction with the Pediatric Trauma Injury Prevention & Outreach team, we will be celebrating National Trauma Awareness Month at the post-race “bash.” The “bash” will have post-race entertainment and activities, as well as community safety partners. All participants will receive a finisher medal and t-shirt if they register by November 1. Pleas
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