Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for "Sight" 5K Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- Heritage Park, Belton, TX
- Distance
- Lions on the Leon Captain "D" 5K Fun Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk - Student Registration - age 7-16
From the Organizer
LIONS on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for “Sight” 5K Fun Run/Walk 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd, Heritage Park in Belton, Texas - hosted by the Belton Lions Club!
The run/walk will begin at 8:30am, starting at the Lions Pavilion, proceeding out and down Park Avenue, returning along Park Avenue to the trail around the baseball fields and along the Leon River; ending at Lions Pavilion. There will be four (4) water stations; and race snacks on return.
This is a timed event, with timing by Pro-Fit Race Timing.
Award Categories:
Awards are given to the top overall male and female finishers and the top three male/female finishers in each age group. No duplicate awards.
Age groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Costume Awards – Four (4) Awards (People’s Choice)
Every registered 5K participant will receive: Swag “Pirate’s Booty” Bag, a Bib Raffle Entry, Custom Spinner Race Medal and/or Event Sunglasses (while supplies last)
Come in Pirate Costume to compete for an award or come as you are!
Event T-Shirt is guaranteed to full registrations, if registered by September 17th - limited sizes and quantity may be available after that date.
The event will be held rain or shine. No Refunds.
Regular Registration Fees (thru September 17): 5K - $35.00
Regular Registration Fees (after September 17): 5K- $40.00
Registrants age 17 & under can receive a reduced price...free event t-shirt not available at the discounted rate - t-shirts are available for purchase ... this alternate registration will appear as you register.
Early Packet Pick-Up: Early Packet Pick-up is Strongly Encouraged!!!!
John Corsi State Farm Insurance, 100 Lake Road, Belton
Thursday, October 1st, 6-8pm / Friday, October 2nd, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Race day registration and packet pick-up will run from 7:00 a.m.-7:45 a.m. on race day at the race site. Registration is on personal devices (phone, iPad); credit cards only.
PLEASE NOTE: Roadblocks will be set in place at 8:15am for the protection of the runners and walkers and will stay in place until runners and walkers have returned. Please plan to ARRIVE EARLY; and please plan to STAY until Roadblocks are removed.
Race Day Schedule:
Opening Ceremony will begin at 8:15am
Run/Walk Start Time: 8:30am
Strollers are Welcome!
More information about the Lions on the Leon Event may be found at:
website: BeltonLionsClub.com
facebook: Lions on the Leon facebook: Belton Lions Club
facebook: Belton Lions Club - Belton, Texas
Questions: Karen Stagner, 409-750-0102, kastagne@att.net / Danny Dossman, 254-760-0678, diger13@aol.com / Joe Dyer, 254-952-7863, jdyer@beltontexas.gov
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
85°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stillhouse Hollow Dam, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Belton, TX
Population
23,769
as of 2023
Elevation
532 ft
Nearest Airport
GRK
Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield · 21 mi
Major Hub
AUS
Austin Bergstrom International Airport · 61 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for "Sight" 5K Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- Heritage Park, Belton, TX
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for "Sight" 5K Fun Run/Walk?
- Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for "Sight" 5K Fun Run/Walk is a running race held in Belton, 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 Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for "Sight" 5K Fun Run/Walk?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Belton, Texas at Heritage Park, Belton, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for "Sight" 5K Fun Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for "Sight" 5K Fun Run/Walk
Oct 3, 2026