El Paso Matters 9.15K 2026 — El Paso, TX

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
El Paso, TX
Venue
510 N. Santa Fe St.
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00 – $50.00
Events
9.15K, 1 Mile Fun Run / Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The El Paso Matters 9.15K starts at 8:00 AM on September 19, 2026, giving you time to settle in the night before if you're traveling from out of town. The race takes place at 510 N. Santa Fe Street in El Paso, Texas, and offers two distances: a 1-mile option and a 5K. Entry fees range from $40 to $50. This September date means you'll be racing in late summer conditions typical for El Paso. The event is straightforward running competition, making it easy to plan your race weekend logistics without worrying about transition logistics or multiple disciplines.

From the Race Organizer
El Paso Matters 9.15K 9.19.2026 8:00 a.m. Cleveland Square One Run. Countless Stories. Race proceeds benefit El Paso Matters, El Paso’s local, non-profit news organization. Elpasomatters.org Registration fees $40 thru 6/30 $45 thru 8/31 $50 thru 9/18 Team Discount: $5 discount for teams of 10 or more. The first 9 team members to register will pay the regular price and receive a $5 refund once the 10th team member registers. Everyone who registers as your team member from the 10th on will pay the discounted price. RACE LIMITED TO 1000 REGISTRANTS Packet pickup – Up and Running, 3233 N Mesa Ste 205 Thursday 9/17 from 2-6 pm Friday 9/18 11-6 pm NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION OR PACKET PICK UP!!! Short-sleeve t-shirt guaranteed if registered by 8/31/26 All finishers will receive a commemorative El Paso Matters medal REGISTRATION FOR THE RACE WILL BE CAPPED AT 1000 Trophies to the top three male and female finishers Age group awards for the following: 9 and under, 10-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,65-69, 70 and over Trophy to the Largest Team! NO REFUNDS For more details, please visit elpasomatters.org/run

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is El Paso Matters 9.15K 2026 — El Paso, TX?

El Paso Matters 9.15K 2026 — El Paso, TX takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in El Paso, Texas.

Where is El Paso Matters 9.15K 2026 — El Paso, TX held?

El Paso Matters 9.15K 2026 — El Paso, TX is held at 510 N. Santa Fe St. in El Paso, Texas.

Where can I find hotels near El Paso Matters 9.15K 2026 — El Paso, TX?

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