
From the Organizer
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!
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
71°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Longview #2, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
82,765
as of 2023
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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152
Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Pilar McLemore Butterfly Run
Nov 7, 2026