Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run
Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Longview, TX, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (107 days to go)
- Location
- 100 Grand Blvd., Longview, TX
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run
November 7, 2026 @ 8:00 am
100 Grand Blvd.
Longview, TX 75604
Join us for the 4th Annual Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at the Longview Arboretum & Nature Center! 🦋
This special 5K run/walk benefits the Texas Oncology Foundation, with proceeds staying right here in East Texas to support families facing cancer. After the race, kids 12 and under can take part in the free Little Bug Run through the Arboretum gardens. While not mandatory, butterfly wings are always encouraged!
Run, walk, or flutter along with us—every step makes a difference!
Event Details: The starting point is at the West Gate of the Arboretum, facing Maude Cobb. Register by October 10th to guarantee your t-shirt. All participants will receive breakfast after the race, a Swag Bag, and Race Bib. Your event registration includes admission to the Arboretum!
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
71°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Longview, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Longview, TX
Population
82,765
as of 2023
City Elevation
281 ft
Nearest Airport
GGG
East Texas Regional Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 123 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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107
Days to train
- Race
- Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- 100 Grand Blvd., Longview, TX
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Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run
Nov 7, 2026