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Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk

Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Mcallen, TX, with an entry fee of $35.

Date
November 14, 2026 (1 day to go)
Price
$35
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

The Great Strides RGV 5K & Walk is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's signature fundraising event, bringing together runners, walkers, families, and local businesses to support the fight against cystic fibrosis - a rare, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. Join us onSaturday, October 3, 2026, at Westside Park in McAllen, TX for a fun, family-friendly morning making a difference, one step at a time.
Whether you're running the timed 5K or participating in the free community walk, every registration and dollar raised helps fund lifesaving research, specialized care, and advocacy for people living with CF. 
For more than 35 years, Great Strides has united communities across the country to help create more tomorrows for people living with cystic fibrosis. Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and join us as every step brings us closer to a cure.
$35 5k registration includes:
Custom finisher medal
Official Race Bib with Chip Timing
Age Group Awards
Music & Family-Friendly Fun


Plus! Raise $100 or more and earn the official Great Strides RGV event t-shirt!


Packet Pick-Up:
Friday, October 2 – Location & time TBD
Saturday, October 3 (Race Day) – Beginning at 7:00 AM before the race
Important Information
Packets will not be mailed if they are not picked up.
Finisher medals will be awarded only at the finish line and will not be mailed to in-person participants.
Registration fees are non-refundable, including if you are unable to attend or if the event is canceled due to circumstances beyond our control.
Race Contact Info:
If you have any questions about this race, please contact Taylor with the CF Foundation at tritchey@cff.org.


Thank you for adding tomorrows for those living with cystic fibrosis!

Events

5K Run$35

Race-Day Forecast

Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.

Race day

Saturday, 11/14

High

79°

Low

69°

Conditions

Slight chance rain showers then mostly sunny

Chance of Rain

16%

Wind

5 to 12 mph

Sunrise 6:51 AMSunset 5:43 PMDaylight 10h 53m

About Mcallen, TX

Population

143,789

as of 2023

City Elevation

116 ft

Nearest Airport

MFE

McAllen Miller International Airport · 3 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Day to train

Race
Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk
Date
November 14, 2026

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk?
Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk is a running race held in Mcallen, Texas on November 14, 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 Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Mcallen, Texas at 1001 S. Ware Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Great Strides RGV 5K Run/ Walk

Nov 14, 2026

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