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5K races near Longview
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Upcoming 5K races near Longview
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4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (27)
Longview · 2 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
9th Annual Freedom Fighter 5K & Lil' Firecracker Kids Dash
Tyler · 56 km away
JUL 2
18JUL
Run · trail · 5K
Dead Night Pines Trail Run
Tyler · 52 km away
25JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (30)
Tyler · 57 km away
AUG 4
1AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (31)
Longview · 2 km away
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8AUG
Run · road · 5K
Family Circle Fun Run
Tyler · 57 km away
22AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (34)
Tyler · 57 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
Instant Classic
Tyler · 55 km away
SEP 2
23SEP
Run · road · 5K
Tyler Gold Run 5K
Tyler · 55 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Medal Madness 5K, & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (39)
Tyler · 57 km away
Longview · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Longview
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Running with the Dogs
Running with the Dogs is an annual 5K fun run and walk in Kilgore, Texas. The race begins and ends at the Dudley Road entrance of the Creekside Trail. It serves as a morning fundraiser for the Kilgore Independent School District Education Foundation. A separate Kids’ 1K is available for children aged 3 through fifth grade.
The 5K follows a swift out-and-back course on the Kilgore Creekside Trail, suitable for walkers, novice runners, groups, and those aiming for a personal record. Students and athletes line the route to offer encouragement. Prizes are awarded to the top three male and female finishers in the 5K, and winners of the kids’ race also receive prizes. Parents can observe the entire 1K course. Additionally, a “Sleep in Supporter” option allows individuals to contribute to the fundraiser without participating in the run.
Mountain Glory 5K
The Mountain Glory 5K is held during the Mountain Glory Festival in Marion, North Carolina. This Saturday-in-October event takes place during daylight hours and is integrated into a local festival tradition spanning over forty years, presenting itself as a community festival 5K rather than an independent race.
The available details confirm the festival features a 5K but do not provide a specific route. The surroundings of the race are clear: craft vendors, nonprofit displays, food stalls, and sponsors, all under the festival theme of “McDowell Strong!” Organizers report high vendor interest, with all spots occupied, suggesting runners will encounter a large festival crowd.
Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (43)
Insane Inflatable 5K - Tyler, TX
The Insane Inflatable 5K in Whitehouse, Texas, near Tyler, lives up to its name with inflatable obstacles integrated into the 5K course. Scheduled for a Saturday in November, the event encourages participants to "come bounce with us," suggesting a lighthearted atmosphere distinct from typical race promotions.
The course details are limited, but the event targets individuals seeking a fun 5K experience over competitive racing. Without available reviews in the listing, the Whitehouse location, 5K distance, and the unique inflatable-obstacle format point to it being a communal activity rather than a standard race.
Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run
The Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run is a 5K run/walk held at the Longview Arboretum & Nature Center in Longview, Texas. The race begins at the Arboretum’s West Gate, facing Maude Cobb, and benefits the Texas Oncology Foundation. Proceeds remain in East Texas to support families affected by cancer.
The event features the Pilar McLemore 5K Run and a free Little Bug Run for children 12 and under through the Arboretum gardens. Participants are encouraged to wear butterfly wings. Registration provides admission to the Arboretum, a race bib, a swag bag, and breakfast post-race.
2025 Team Hope 5K Tyler, TX
The Next Loop Endurance Series - Tyler State Park
At Tyler State Park, run a 3.1-mile trail loop. Start a new loop every hour. After each loop, decide whether to run another or stop. No penalties or DNFs. Test your consistency, pacing, and endurance. Every completed loop counts.
Run for One
The Run as One 4M, presented by JPMorgan Chase, is a 4-mile NYRR race held in Central Park each April. It serves as a fundraiser for lung cancer research and attracts a substantial field, with over 9,000 finishers in a recent year. The race qualifies for NYRR’s 9+1 program and is a scored club-points event. This attracts both team runners focused on standings and recreational runners using it for spring fitness. A 1.4-mile Health Walk is available for those who prefer a shorter option.
The course begins on East Drive near East 68th Street, proceeds north, crosses at 102nd Street, then heads south on West Drive, finishing on the 72nd Street Transverse. Top finishers compete for equal prize money across men's, women's, and nonbinary categories, with awards presented on-site for the top three overall. The event also features a Run as One Lung Health Village. Post-race amenities include water, apples, and pretzels.
Strong Shall Stand 5K
The Strong Shall Stand 5K is a chip-timed 5K held at Operation True North Headquarters in Longview, Texas. The main race begins in the morning, following a free Kids Dash for children age 8 and under. The 5K registration provides a commemorative event shirt, custom bib, finisher medal, and chip-timed results. The Kids Dash includes its own bib and finisher item.
A portion of the proceeds benefits Operation True North, a nonprofit offering mental health services to veterans, active-duty military, first responders, health care workers, and their families. The race emphasizes support for those who protect, serve, and heal. It is part of the iTRI365 event calendar, which features other East Texas community races that combine running with a local cause.
Lindale Turkey Trot
The Lindale Turkey Trot takes place on Thanksgiving morning in Lindale, Texas, starting at EJ Moss Intermediate School. A 5K and a kids race are available, allowing families to include it in their holiday morning before other activities.
The event supports the Lindale ISD Education Foundation; organizers have noted over $50,000 in contributions during its initial five years. Local school spirit is also present, with Lindale ISD’s drumline and cheer squad providing encouragement from the sidelines.
Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (48)
Holiday 5K & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (52)
The Holiday 5K & 13.1M in Tyler, TX, is a winter running event held at 455 Shiloh Road. Both the 5K and half marathon begin at 8:00 AM Central time. Race-day logistics are straightforward: registration is exclusively online via RunSignup, with no on-site sign-ups. Packet pickup is available 30 minutes prior to the start and concludes 10 minutes before the race commences.
Each distance features a repeating out-and-back format. The 5K completes its short out-and-back loop two times, and the half marathon repeats its loop six times, all within a 3 hour 30 minute time limit. Participants finishing receive medals. A shirt and gear shop is available, and a best-costume award highlights the holiday theme. The race also contributes points to the US Road Running series, attracting both recreational runners and those competing for overall standings.
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Longview Training Notes
Longview hosts 23 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals keep running simple in Longview, with 5K legs, 10K efforts, and half marathon routes that fit base miles or sharper intervals. The route covers 26 km and gains 118 m, so it gives more bite than the flatter Hallsville New Year 5k 2013. East Texas Triathletes gives the multisport crowd a natural home. 1M, Medal Madness, Ninja, Strong Shall Stand 5K, and Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run give the calendar enough anchor races to stay honest.
Riders point the front wheel out of Longview and let the backroads do the work. The Beast Of The Backroads gives the town its real anchor event, with 100 mile, 65 mile, and 25 mile bike options. The 100M bike loop goes from Longview to Hallsville to Harelton to Marshall to Longview and stacks 7000ft of elevation gain, so the climbs live out there on that loop. East Texas Triathletes keeps riders connected when tri season, gran fondo goals, or long Z2 rides start overlapping. A 1 mi ride mapped near Longview gains 106 m, which fits a short punchy day.
March treats Longview well, and the average weather sits between 57 and 69 degrees for clean training days. Locals use that window for steady run volume, longer bike routes, and race-specific work before the summer heat takes over. Summer sessions need earlier starts, more fluids, and smarter Z2 pacing, especially when the ride or run stretches past town. Winter keeps both sports rolling, but locals usually trade peak-speed work for base miles, half marathon rhythm, and backroad endurance before the next Beast build starts.