2026 North Texas Celebrate Life 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $25
From the Organizer
WHAT:
6th Annual Celebrate Life Survivors 5K Run presented by Texas Oncology and benefiting Texas Oncology Foundation. All proceeds remain in the Denton, Flower Mound, Decatur, Castle Hills and Lewisville communities, supporting cancer patients and their families through assistance and survivorship programs.
WHEN & WHERE:
Packet Pickup | Friday, October 2 (3:00-6:00 pm) at Texas Oncology–Denton (2600 Scripture Street; Denton, TX 76201)
Race Day | Saturday, October 3 at Texas Woman's University (304 Administration Drive, Denton, TX 76204)
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7:30am - Check-In Opens
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8:15am - Survivor Celebration Lap
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8:30am - 5K Begins (awards to follow race)
GET INVOLVED:
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5K Walk/Run
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$25.00 - Early-Bird Registration on or before September 11
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$35.00 - Registration after September 11
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$15.00 - Kids Registration (12 and under)
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Survivor Celebration Lap - FREE Registration (if you would like an event t-shirt the cost is $5.00)
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Become an Event Sponsor! Click Here for the Sponsorship Packet.
To be guaranteed an event t-shirt you must register on or before September 11, 2026!
Notice: shirt sizes are guaranteed for all who register by Sept. 11. We will do our best to provide an event shirt to all who register after Sept.11 (shirt size not guaranteed at that point)
PLUS:
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Register a team of five or more participants and receive a $5 discount per registration
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Become an individual fundraiser and raise additional support
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Create or join a team fundraiser and raise additional support
Questions:
Text 513-639-1896 | Email Crystal.McBride@usoncology.com or Jennifer.Fugate@usoncology.com
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Denton 2 Se, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Denton, TX
Population
146,987
as of 2023
City Elevation
644 ft
Nearest Airport
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- 2026 North Texas Celebrate Life 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 North Texas Celebrate Life 5K?
- 2026 North Texas Celebrate Life 5K is a running race held in Denton, Texas on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 North Texas Celebrate Life 5K?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Denton, Texas at Texas Woman's University. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 North Texas Celebrate Life 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 North Texas Celebrate Life 5K
Oct 3, 2026