2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream logo
Running2ND AnnualRace day in 40 days

2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream

Date
July 18, 2026
Distance
6.2 Mile (10K) Run · 3.1 Mile (5K) Run · VIRTUAL 6.2 Mile (10K) Run & more
Register →

From the Organizer

Celebrate your weekend with a run that embodies the spirit of community, freedom, and the ability to chase our dreams! Join us for San Antonio's 2nd Annual Chasing Dream's 6.2 Mile, 10K or 3.1 Mile, 5K Race benefiting Running Down a Dream through a festive and inspiring event that brings together runners, walkers, and dreamers of all levels to honor the values that unite us for a morning of miles, music, food, and fun.  

Hosted by the Dreamers Run Club and Running Down a Dream, this race is more than just a run—it’s a celebration of perseverance, connection, and the power of community.

Race Details:  
- Distances: 3.1 miles (5K) or 6.2 miles (10K)
Date: July 18, 2026
- Location: Martin Luther King Park in San Antonio, TX
- Highlights:  
   - Pre-race festivities with live music and local vendors  
   - Race swag, including a custom race shirt and finisher medal  
   - Post-race celebration with food trucks, prizes, and family-friendly fun  

 

Water Stop Location: Between mile 1.25-1.5 (for 5K & 10K) and between mile 4.3-4.6 (10K only)

Race Route: TBA 

 

This event is about more than fitness—it’s a chance to connect with others, celebrate our shared values, and take a step toward your own goals. Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking with friends, or coming out to support the community, we can’t wait to see you there!  

Registration:  
Space will be limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of one of San Antonio’s best 5K & 10K races!

The first 400 registrants WILL GET a GUARANTEED Shirt and Finisher Medal.

Thank you for helping us raise money for kids here in Central Texas to participate with Running Down a Dream. On behalf of the entire Dreamers Run Club Leadership Team and Running Down a Dream, thank you for making this day possible and being a part of this awesome event! 

PACKET PICK-UP DETAILS - TBA

** Weather Policy – Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K**

The Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K is a rain-or-shine event! That means the race will proceed as scheduled whether it’s dry or raining.

However, participant safety is our top priority. In the event of lightning or thunder, we will delay the start of the race. The event may be postponed 30 minutes, up to a total of 1 hour, from the most recent occurrence of lightning or thunder to ensure conditions are safe. We will continue to monitor weather conditions closely on race day and will communicate any delays or changes onsite and via social media.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding — rain or shine, we’re excited to chase dreams together! 🌈🏃‍♀️⚡️


Packet Pickup Location:

📍 TBA!

📅 FRIDAY, July 17th

🕚 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM 

If you cannot make it by Packet Pickup on July 17th, please be sure you arrive EARLY on race day to pick up your race packet!

Make sure to arrive early, warm up, and soak in the energy — it’s going to be a great time!

Inside your packet, you’ll find your bib, race details, and a few fun freebies we think you’ll love — just our way of saying thanks for running with us!

 

POST-RUN DETAILS 

After the run, enjoy checking out our vendor's tables, slide down some water slides at the park, rehydrate at our water stations, and MORE. 

 

If you are interested in sponsoring our run, we have numerous opportunities from hosting packet pickup, to being a booth at packet pickup or at the race, to being on our race website and shirts, and marketing materials, and more! Please reach out to info@rundownadream.org 

 

Major thank you's to our sponsors:

Jonathan Perez Law

And our numerous vendors who will be at our race!

Events

6.2 Mile (10K) Run8 AMRegister →
3.1 Mile (5K) Run8 AMRegister →
VIRTUAL 6.2 Mile (10K) Run8 AMRegister →
VIRTUAL 3.1 Mile (5K) Run8 AMRegister →

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

94°

Typical Low

74°

Chance of Rain

19%

Based on US Climate Normals data from San Antonio Incarnate Word, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:46 AMSunset 8:35 PMDaylight 13h 49m

Host City

About San Antonio, TX

Population

1,458,954

as of 2023

Nearest Airport

SAT

San Antonio International Airport · 5 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

40

Days to train

Race
2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream
Date
July 18, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.

Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.

This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.

How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.

Read the Guide

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream?
2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream is a running race held in San Antonio, Texas on July 18, 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 2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream?
Saturday, July 18, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas at Martin Luther King Park San Antonio, 3503 Martin Luther King Dr., San Antonio, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

2nd Annual Chasing Dreams 5K & 10K Race Benefiting Running Down A Dream

Jul 18, 2026

Register →