PURPLE STRIDE 5K RUNNING FOR HOPE. STRIDING FOR A CAUSE. Saturday, November 7, 2026 Tres Lagos | 4900 Tres Lagos Blvd, McAllen, Texas A Morning That Matters Join Hot Moms Run Club RGV & Moms In Motion for the inaugural Purple Stride 5K, a community race benefiting epilepsy awareness during National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Created in honor of Eliam and his family who are navigating life with Dravet syndrome, Purple Stride brings together runners, walkers, families, and local businesses to celebrate resilience, raise awareness, and support children and families affected by epilepsy. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply walking alongside loved ones, every step helps spread hope. EVENT DETAILS Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Location: 4900 Tres Lagos Blvd, McAllen, Texas 5K Start: 8:00 a.m. Arrival Time: 7:30 a.m. Please arrive early for parking, warm-up, and pre-race announcements. REGISTRATION 5K: $30 | 1 MILE: $15 5K Registration Includes: Official Race Shirt Custom Finisher Medal Chip Timing & Live Results Finish Line Celebration Race Shirt Deadline: October 17, 2026 Participants registering after this date will receive shirts while supplies last. PACKET PICKUP Condesa Pilates 1401 S McColl Rd Edinburg, Texas Friday, November 6, 2026 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM Your 5K packet includes: • Race Bib • Official Event Shirt • Participant Information RACE EXPERIENCE Every 5K registration includes access to a memorable race morning featuring: Premium Finisher Medal Soft-Style Official Race Shirt Professionally Chip Timed Results Live Music Finish Line Celebration Community Wellness Vendors Family-Friendly Atmosphere AWARDS Top 3 Overall Non-Binary Top Overall Male Top Overall Female Age Group Awards 13 & Under 14–19 20–29 30–39 40–49 50–59 60–69 70+ Top 3 Male and Female finishers in each division will receive an award. MORE THAN A RACE Purple Stride was created to honor children and families navigating epilepsy every single day. For Eliam and thousands of others living with Dravet syndrome and epilepsy, every seizure tells a story of resilience, courage, and unwavering hope. By participating, you're helping build awareness, strengthen our community, and supporting a local family. Because every child deserves a future filled with possibility. TOGETHER WE STRIDE.
Course & Travel Notes
At just 128 feet of elevation, the Purple Stride 5k course in McAllen offers virtually no altitude adjustment concerns, allowing you to race at your normal pace. With sunrise at 6:46 AM and an 8:00 AM start time, you'll have good daylight from the beginning. Early November in McAllen typically brings pleasant conditions with highs around 78°F and lows near 55°F, with only a 10% chance of measurable rain on any given day. McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) is conveniently located just 11.4 miles from the venue, making travel logistics straightforward.
⛰️ 128 ft elevation☀️ Typically 78°F / 55°F · 10% chance of rain✈️ McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) — 11.4 mi
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Mcallen, TX.
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Purple Stride 5k 2026 — Mcallen, TX takes place on November 7, 2026. The race is held in Mcallen, Texas.
Where is Purple Stride 5k 2026 — Mcallen, TX held?
Purple Stride 5k 2026 — Mcallen, TX is held at 4900 Tres Lagos Blvd in Mcallen, Texas.
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