location_city Punta Gorda
location_on Florida
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calendar_today 28 Mar, 2026
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RegisterTWINS TOT Walk/Run 5K — Run. Remember. Protect.
Join us March 28, 2026 at South County Regional Park (670 Cooper St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950) for a high-energy, heartwarming morning celebrating children, families, and community — and standing together to prevent child drowning. Be part of Movement, Remembrance, and Action.
Why we gather
Founded by Paul DeMello in loving memory of his twin sons, Christian and Joshua, the Twins TOT Walk/Run now honors all children while raising funds and awareness for Just Against Children Drowning to provide life‑saving swim lessons and water‑safety education.
Who can come
Family-friendly and welcoming to all ages. Dogs on leash and strollers are allowed (for safety, they will start at the back). Can’t be there in person? Register as a Virtual Participant and join the cause from anywhere.
How to participate
- Chip‑timed 5K run/walk — chase a personal best and compete for awards.
- Vigil Walk — a gentle, reflective tribute to remember children lost and promote water safety.
- Virtual participation — complete your 5K wherever you are and support the mission.
Perks
- High‑quality race shirt — register by February 28, 2026 to guarantee yours.
- Raffle prizes — sold on race day.
-Finish‑line fare: Healthy, replenishing snacks and beverages provided for runners; menu to be announced
Race day schedule
- Early packet pickup: details TBD
- Race day packet pickup & on‑site registration: 6:45 – 7:45 AM
- Run/Walk start: 8:00 AM
- Food served: ~8:30 AM
- Awards & presentations: 9:15 AM
- Moment of silence & guest speaker: 10:00 AM
- Vigil Walk begins: 10:15 AM
- Raffle prize announcements: 10:45 AM
MOVE WITH US! REMEMBER WIYH US! TAKE ACTION WITH US!
Register by February 28, 2026 to secure your spot and guaranteed race shirt. WOO HOO!! See you at the finish line!
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — VIRTUAL Run/Walk 5K
Type — Road running
00:01
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — VIRTUAL Vigil Walk
Type — Road running
00:01
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Road running
08:00
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — Twins Tot Vigil Walk
Type — Road running
10:15
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Punta Gorda.
Punta Gorda is a city in Southwest Florida. After being devastated by a hurricane in 2004, the city has rebounded by building a new marina the Harborwalk, Linear Park and various trails throughout the city for bicycle and pedestrian traffic.
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