Run Texas 5K plus 1 Mile Fun Walk is a running event held in Mission, Texas on July 18, 2026. The race offers two distances: a 5K and a 1-mile option, giving participants flexibility based on their fitness level and goals. The event starts at 7:00 AM from 1386 S Conway Ave. in Mission, providing an early start ideal for beating summer heat. Entry fees range from $10 to $40 depending on registration timing and distance selected. This dual-distance format makes it accessible for both serious runners training for longer distances and those seeking a shorter recreational effort.
From the Race Organizer
Join us on July 18, 2026 for the Inaugural "RunTexas 5k" Run/Walk. — Come too with the walkers in your family or crew —Abuelita, in-laws, aunts. Build memories as they experience with you their first own 5k journey. Bring them all to WALK. RUN. JOG. CRAWL. REST. REPEAT. SUPPORT EDUCATION. Soon, running will become a shared experience. ▪ Across the finish line? You will earn our collectible finisher medal celebrating our "Great State of Texas". 🌴 Event Details 📅 Date: Saturday, July 18th, 2026 📍 Location: Mission Hike & Bike Trails (1386 S Conway Ave. Mission, Texas 79572 🏃♂️ 5k⏰ 7:00 a.m. 🚶♀️ Fun Run/Walk 1-Mile ⏰ 7:10 a.m. 🌅 Arrival Time: Please arrive by 6:30 a.m. for parking, stretching, and warm-up ▪ Pre-race Warm Up will start promptly at 6:45 am (by Serenity Sports & Wellness) ⏱️ Chip Timing & Live Results (5K only) ▪ Premium Event Shirt & Bib. Our T-Shirt sports a "World Cup Finals Weekend" on-sleeve mark to celebrate that both events are taking place concurrently across the continent. 👕 Shirt Deadline: June 25th After this date, shirts will be available first come, first served at packet pickup. No sizes are guaranteed. ▪ Registration Fee for Groups of 10: $30 📦 Packet Pickup at Valley Running Co. 📍1701 Dove Ave W J, McAllen, TX 78504 🗓️Thursday, July 16th ⏰ 3:30pm- 6:30pm 🌴 Texas-Themed Photo Area (by Nova Moments) 🍎Snacks & Hydration Station (by Walmart) 🥤Stacked drinks & Refreshers (by La Buena Lucha Co.) 🎶 DJ Music. Come ready to dance to the tracks of you choice (by Dr Musicman) 🎈 Start/Finish with two (2) arches to celebrate the World Cup Finals weekend (by Lone Start National Bank) 🌴 FREE Themed Photo Area 💰 Financial Literacy Campaign Booth 🏆 Awards – 5K Only 🏅 Top Male & Female Overall 🏅 Age Group Awards: 15 & under, 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+ ⭐️Let’s "RunTexas 5k" this Summer ! Where Walking Becomes A Habit. And running becomes a shared journey, down the road. WALK. RUN. JOG. CRAWL. REST. REPEAT. SUPPORT EDUCATION
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Run Texas 5k plus 1 Mile Fun Walk 2026 — Mission, TX
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 18.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Mission, TX.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Run Texas 5k plus 1 Mile Fun Walk 2026 — Mission, TX?
Run Texas 5k plus 1 Mile Fun Walk 2026 — Mission, TX takes place on July 18, 2026. The race is held in Mission, Texas.
Where is Run Texas 5k plus 1 Mile Fun Walk 2026 — Mission, TX held?
Run Texas 5k plus 1 Mile Fun Walk 2026 — Mission, TX is held at 1386 S Conway Ave. Mission, Texas 79572 in Mission, Texas.
Where can I find hotels near Run Texas 5k plus 1 Mile Fun Walk 2026 — Mission, TX?
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