
OpenSky Racing Throwback 5k is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Pharr, TX, with entry fees from $5 to $15.
From the Organizer
We’re bringing it back! 🔥
Join us for the OpenSky Racing Throwback, a special event celebrating some of our favorite races from the past. For one night only, you’ll get to choose your finisher medal from a variety of previous OpenSky events while supplies last.
🏃 Kids 1K – $5
• Finisher medal
🏅 5K – $15
• Chip-timed race
• Finisher medal of your choice*
• Shirt of your choice from available designs*
*Medals and shirts are available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.
🚨Shirts will be given out at packet pick up. First come, first served basis.
Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or this is your first OpenSky event, this is a fun chance to experience a little piece of OpenSky history. We can’t wait to see you on August 29th!
Events
Weather
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
98°
Typical Low
78°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mcallen Miller Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
79,809
as of 2023
City Elevation
113 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
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Pharr than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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OpenSky Racing Throwback 5k
Aug 29, 2026