2026Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 214 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
- Distance
- 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer 5K · 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon · 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon Relay
From the Organizer
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, Citizens Medical Center will host the10th Annual Citizens Run Against Cancer Half-Marathon and 5K in Victoria, Texas! All proceeds from this event benefit local patients who are battling cancer.
As the proud home of the Kathryn O’Connor Regional Cancer Center, Citizens Medical Center cares for a large population of the region’s cancer patients with a comprehensive cancer program, expert physicians, a compassionate, knowledgeable staff, and advanced screening and treatment technology.
Since its inception in 2017, more than $150,000 has been raised to benefit local cancer patients through the Citizens Run Against Cancer. By registering for and/or sponsoring this event, you are truly making a difference in the lives of local cancer patients.
Audience:
The race route was designed to showcase the heart of Victoria, starting in Downtown Victoria, through Riverside Park, and ending at DeLeon Plaza. Visitors are encouraged to stay the weekend and explore all that Victoria has to offer, including camping, fishing, kayaking, shopping, and historical sightseeing. With more than 1,500 participants, volunteers, and spectators, you don’t want to miss out on being a part of this inspiring event, while also supporting a worthy cause.
About the Beneficiary:
All proceeds from the Citizens Run Against Cancer will remain local and benefit patients who are battling cancer.
www.citizensrunagainstcancer.org
TRANSFER & DEFERRAL POLICY
While we cannot offer refunds in the case that the event is canceled, we hope that the options below will help you keep the Citizens Medical Center Run Against Cancer as part of your 2026 goals. The Citizens Medical Center Run Against Cancer is a yearly fundraiser and commit financially to all the expenses related to a race well in advance of the actual race date. Thank you for understanding and supporting our yearly fundraising event.
Packet Pickup:
Thursday, 10/08/2026 & Friday, 10/09/2026 4pm-7pm at the Citizens HealthPlex, 9406 NE Zac Lentz Pkwy, Victoria, TX 77904.
Race Day Information:
Half marathon and Relay begin at 7:30am. 5K begins at 8:00am.
Team contest & parade at 7:45am to show off your creative costumes and team names. Awards will be given for most spirited, creative name & best costume.
Maximum time allowed for the Half Marathon and Relay is four hours.
Parking will be available in One O'Connor Plaza parking garage before 6:30am. Also, parking is available on numerous side streets surrounding the course.
More information will be available in upcoming event packet to be sent via email prior to race.
Race routes and parking maps available on our website https://citizensrunagainstcancer.org/
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K?
- 2026Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K is a running event held in Victoria, TX. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the 2026Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Victoria, TX at 214 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
2026Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K
Oct 10, 2026