SAPD 5K Fun Run Back-to-School Supply Drive & Health Fair

SAPD 5K Fun Run Back-to-School Supply Drive & Health Fair
Sunday, July 26, 2026
SeaWorld San Antonio – Ports of Call
10500 SeaWorld Dr
San Antonio, TX 78251

Description
Join the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) for the 2nd Annual SAPD 5K Fun Run & Health Fair, benefiting Edgewood ISD students, families, and teachers.
This event is more than just a race — it is a community-wide Back-to-School Supply Drive designed to help students begin the school year prepared while supporting teachers who often purchase classroom supplies out of pocket.
Unlike a traditional race event, there is NO standard registration fee to participate.
Instead, participants are encouraged to support the mission by donating school supplies during packet pickup or on race day.
The SAPD 5K welcomes:
Runners 
Walkers 
Families 
Stroller participants 
Community groups 
Public safety teams 
Schools 
Running clubs 
First-time participants 
The event also includes a free community Health Fair featuring wellness resources, youth programs, public safety education, giveaways, and family-friendly activities.

Registration & Timing Information
The SAPD 5K will be officially timed by IAAPWEB.
The first 500 registered participants will receive:
Free event T-shirt 
Official race bib 
Chip timing 
Eligibility for timed race results and finisher recognition 
All participants must complete the online waiver before participating.

After the First 500 Registrations
Once the first 500 sponsored participant spots are filled, registration will remain open for continued community participation.
Additional participants are still welcome to:
Run the official 5K course
Walk the event
Support the Back-to-School Drive
Participate in the Health Fair
Participants registering after the first 500 may still participate by registering online and bringing any level of school supply donation on the date of the event.
Due to limited sponsored supplies, participants after the first 500 will not receive:
Event T-shirt
Race bib
Timing chip
We especially encourage:
Running clubs
Fitness groups
Schools
Community organizations
Public safety teams
Military groups
Corporate wellness teams
to continue coming out and supporting the community mission of the event by representing their organizations, team colors, and community spirit.
Participants after the first 500 are encouraged to wear:
School colors
Running club apparel
Agency shirts
Military colors
Fitness attire
Community organization apparel
Together, we can continue growing the SAPD 5K into one of San Antonio’s largest community Back-to-School events.

Event Day Schedule
5:30 AM – 7:00 AM
Final Packet Pickup & Donation Drop-Off 
7:00 AM
SAPD 5K Race Starts 
7:00 AM
Health Fair Opens 
Approximately 9:30 AM
Course Clear / Park Transition Begins 
10:30 AM
Vendor Breakdown & Event Transition 

Packet Pickup & School Supply Donations
Registered participants are encouraged to bring school supply donations during packet pickup.
Early Packet Pickup
SAPD Central Substation
515 S. Frio St.
San Antonio, TX 78207
Thursday, July 23, 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 
Friday, July 24, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 
Saturday, July 25, 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 

Race Day Pickup
SeaWorld San Antonio – Ports of Call
Sunday, July 26, 2026
5:30 AM – 7:00 AM 

Not a Runner? You Can Still Support the Cause
Community members may still support the Back-to-School Drive without participating in the race.
School supply donations may be made through:
SAPD substations 
Event donation drives 
Race-day drop-off locations 
Community partner locations 
Additional donation site information will be announced closer to the event date.

Monetary Donations
Prefer to donate financially instead of purchasing supplies?
Community members may support the cause through:
Blue Cares – SAPOA Outreach
Please use the official donation portal and select:
“Specific Program” 
“Back to School Drive” 

Community Health Fair
Family members, supporters, and community guests are invited to attend the free Health Fair during the event.
The Health Fair may include:
Health & wellness organizations 
Fitness and nutrition resources 
Youth safety programs 
Educational services 
Community outreach organizations 
Public safety resources 
Family-friendly activities 
Giveaways and promotional items 
Approved vendors participate at no cost while supporting the community mission of the event.

Service Animal & Pet Guidance
SeaWorld San Antonio is ADA compliant and welcomes trained service animals in accordance with venue policy.
For the SAPD 5K event:
Service animals must remain leashed and under control at all times 
All animals brought onsite must be housebroken 
Emotional support animals are not permitted 
Cats and non-approved animals are not permitted at the event 
Participants are encouraged to notify event staff if bringing a service animal to assist with event accommodations.
SeaWorld San Antonio also offers onsite kennel services for guests who may need temporary pet accommodations during the event. This may be helpful for participants unable to arrange pet sitting on race day.
Final animal access remains subject to SeaWorld venue policies and operational guidance.

Important Event Information
Parking may be limited; carpooling is encouraged 
July temperatures may be high — bring water, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing 
Participants are encouraged to train prior to the event 
EMS and first aid services will be onsite 
Follow event staff and venue instructions at all times 
Event details remain subject to operational adjustments and venue approval 

Mission Statement
Whether you run, walk, volunteer, donate, or support the Health Fair, your participation helps Edgewood ISD students and teachers begin the school year with the tools they need to succeed.
Together, we continue building a stronger community tradition.

SAPD 5K Fun Run & Health Fair
Vendor Participation Requirements & Sign-Up Portal

About the SAPD 5K Health Fair
The SAPD 5K Fun Run & Health Fair is a community-focused Back-to-School event designed to bring together families, students, educators, public safety personnel, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and local businesses in support of Edgewood ISD students and teachers.
Unlike a traditional race event, the SAPD 5K does not require a standard registration fee for participation. Instead, community members are encouraged to support local students by donating school supplies as their entry contribution. The event combines a 5K Fun Run, community health fair, school supply drive, wellness outreach event, and family resource fair into one collaborative community experience.
The Health Fair portion of the event is intended to provide meaningful engagement, education, wellness resources, and positive community interaction for attendees of all ages.
We are actively seeking vendors and organizations that support:
Health & wellness 
Fitness & nutrition 
Educational resources 
Family services 
Youth programs 
Mental health support 
Public safety education 
School readiness programs 
Community outreach services 
Nonprofit and public service organizations 

Vendors who provide interactive booths, educational materials, family-friendly activities, giveaways, wellness screenings, or community resources are highly encouraged to participate.
Event Purpose
The SAPD 5K Fun Run & Health Fair is a free community event held in conjunction with the 2nd Annual SAPD Back-to-School Drive benefiting Edgewood ISD students, families, and teachers.
Approved vendors are invited at no cost to provide educational, wellness, health, fitness, safety, and community resources in a positive, family-friendly environment.
Event Details
Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026 
Location: SeaWorld San Antonio – Ports of Call 
Event Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:30 AM 
Vendor Registration Deadline: June 15, 2026 
Vendor Registration Opens: May 8, 2026 
Final participation subject to venue approval 
Vendor Expectations
No Vendor Fee
There is no vendor fee to participate; however, vendors are strongly encouraged to support the Back-to-School Drive through school supply donations benefiting Edgewood ISD students, families, and teachers.
Community Engagement
Participating vendors are expected to:
Maintain a positive, family-friendly environment 
Provide educational, health, wellness, or community resources 
Operate professionally and respectfully 
Support the overall community mission of the event 
Promotional Giveaways
Promotional giveaway items are encouraged and may include:
Pens 
Water bottles 
Bags 
Educational materials 
Wellness items 
Small branded promotional products 
All giveaway items must remain family-friendly and appropriate for a community event.

Beverage & Snack Guidance
SeaWorld Sponsorship Requirements
Due to existing venue sponsorship agreements at SeaWorld San Antonio, only Coca-Cola products may be distributed during the event.

Important Notes
Pepsi products or competing beverage brands may not be distributed onsite. 
Vendors wishing to provide drinks, snacks, hydration items, or refreshments must use Coca-Cola products only unless otherwise approved by venue management. 
Any food, beverage, or snack distribution remains subject to final venue approval. 
Examples of generally acceptable items may include:
Coca-Cola products 
Dasani water 
Powerade 
Minute Maid products 
Setup / Load-In Expectations

Preferred Pre-Setup (Strongly Encouraged)
To reduce congestion and improve event-day operations, vendors are encouraged to pre-stage equipment if approved by venue operations.
Available Pre-Setup Dates
Friday, July 24, 2026 
Saturday, July 25, 2026 
Pre-staging helps improve traffic flow near packet pickup and participant arrival areas.
Event Day Setup
If not pre-staged, vendors must arrive during the assigned load-in window:
Sunday, July 26, 2026 
0500 – 0700 hours 
Early arrival is strongly recommended due to pedestrian traffic and packet pickup operations beginning at 0530 hours.
Venue Rules / Restrictions
(Subject to final venue confirmation)
No balloons 
No confetti 
No streamers 
No loose materials that may blow away 
No blocking emergency access routes 
No unauthorized sound amplification 
Vendors must remain within assigned booth space 
Vendors must follow assigned setup and teardown timelines 
Vendor breakdown / teardown begins at 10:30 AM 
All vendors should be cleared from the venue area by approximately 11:30 AM unless otherwise directed by event staff or venue operations.
Booth Equipment Expectations
Vendors are responsible for bringing their own setup materials.
Recommended Items
Table 
Chairs 
Tent or canopy (optional) 
Educational displays 
Promotional materials 
Branded signage 
Utilities
No electrical power will be available for vendor booths. 
Battery-powered devices or portable fans are recommended if needed. 

School Supply Donations
A designated donation drop-off location will be available near packet pickup for vendors and participants wishing to support the school supply drive.