5K preteky v blízkosti Whitehouse

V Kilgore, Texas, sa každý rok koná Running with the Dogs – 5K beh a prechádzka pre zábavu. Štart aj cieľ je pri vstupe na Creekside Trail z Dudley Road. Je to ranná akcia na podporu Kilgore Independent School District Education Foundation. Pre deti od 3 rokov až po piaty ročník základnej školy je tam aj samostatný Kids’ 1K. Tá 5K trať vedie po Kilgore Creekside Trail a je to taký rýchly 'out-and-back' okruh. Je to ideálne pre chodcov, začínajúcich bežcov, skupiny, ale aj pre tých, čo si chcú spraviť osobák. Popri trati stoja študenti a športovci, aby povzbudzovali. Ceny dostanú prví traja muži a ženy v 5K, a samozrejme aj víťazi detského behu. Rodičia si môžu celú 1K trať pozrieť zblízka. A ešte je tam možnosť „Sleep in Supporter“, kde môžeš prispieť na tú akciu, aj keď sa behu nezúčastníš.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

V Tyler, Texas, sa každý rok beží charitatívny Tyler Run for Autism. Môžeš si vybrať z 1 míľového behu/chôdze, 5K behu/chôdze alebo 10K behu. Celé to organizuje neziskovka 501(c)(3), ktorú vedú dobrovoľníci, a hlavným partnerom je Southside Bank. V cene registrácie je dar pre dobrú vec, tričko z podujatia a aj medaila pre každého, kto dobehne. 5K a 10K sa merajú čipom. Tá 1 míľa je super pre chodcov, rodiny alebo pre tých, čo si chcú dať len kratšiu vzdialenosť. Beh založili rodičia detí s autizmom. Všetky vyzbierané peniaze idú na podporu organizácií, ktoré poskytujú lekárske služby deťom s autizmom, na programy pre ich začlenenie do komunity a na pomoc rodinám z East Texas s nákladmi na terapiu a liečbu. Po behu je tam aj jarmok predajcov, vyhlasujú sa celkoví víťazi a víťazi vekových kategórií pre 5K a 10K, a tiež ocenenie pre najväčší tím, aby sa tímy viac zapojili do atmosféry podujatia. Dobrovoľníci sa starajú o všetko na trati, zabezpečujú bezpečnosť a celkovo pomáhajú, aby si bežci aj rodiny užili celý deň.