MK5K Killeen
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- Ellison High School, Killeen, TX
- Distance
- Sleep In 5K (Can't Attend, But Still Support) · Live 5K
From the Organizer
Come join us for our 14th Annual MK5K Killeen ..... it'll be so great to see your faces again! This race is hosted by Darlene Beckett and her MK Dazzling Dream Team and proceeds benefit The Mary Kay Ash Foundation.
Early packet pick up will be on Fri Oct 9th 12 noon- 5pm at Sisters of Success Studio, 116 E Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite B, Harker Heights 76548.
Race day packet pick up starts at 7am on Sat Oct 10th at Ellison High School on the Elms Rd side.
Race will be held rain or shine; however, if there is severe weather in the area the race start may be delayed or cancelled. Registration fees are non-refundable.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY FOR NEW PRICING OPTIONS!
Live 5K: Special Pricing of just $20 (no shirt, no swag... just bib!), select the "No Shirt" option on the giveaway selection, then use coupon code NOSHIRTNOSWAG at check out. This special pricing is only available through Sep 1st at 11:59pm CST. However, if you want your shirt and your swag then it's $35 through Oct 3rd and $40 thereafter. Shirt guarantee is through Sep 26th at 11:59pm CST, thereafter, based on availability.
Can't attend but still want to support?! Sign up for 'Sleep in 5K' for $20 (plus $5 for shipping of your shirt. This option closes on Sep 26th at 11:59pm CST!)
We're so grateful and thankful. We've raised close to $100,000 for our non-profit since we've been hosting our 5k. Our goal this year is $21,000 for our charity! Thank you in advance for participating in our 5K and in doing so you are helping to find cures for cancers affecting women and helping to end the epidemic of domestic violence!
THIS IS A CEN-TEX RACE SERIES EVENT!
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
82°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
18%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Killeen, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Killeen, TX
Population
156,144
as of 2023
Elevation
849 ft
Nearest Airport
GRK
Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield · 6 mi
Major Hub
AUS
Austin Bergstrom International Airport · 62 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the MK5K Killeen?
- MK5K Killeen is a running race held in Killeen, Texas on October 10, 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 MK5K Killeen?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Killeen, Texas at Ellison High School, Killeen, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the MK5K Killeen?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
MK5K Killeen
Oct 10, 2026