Running with the Dogs
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Distance
- 5K race/ fun run/ walk · Sleep in Supporter · Kids’ 1K Race (Ages 3-5th grade)
From the Organizer
5th annual Running with The Dogs 5k benefiting the Kilgore Independent School District Education Foundation.
The race will start and end at the Dudley Road entrance of the Creekside Trail.
The Running with the Dogs 5K Fun Run and Creekside Party promises a barking good time an amazing DJ and more! Runners (and walkers!) from East Texas and beyond will enjoy a fast course that starts and ends on the Dudley Road entrance of the new Kilgore Creekside Trail. Be ready to see your favorite students and athletes cheering you on along the route.
Don't forget about the 1K for kids age 3-5th grade. Parents can watch the entire course! Prizes given for winners!
The Running with the Dogs 5K is a great event for groups, new runners, experienced runners looking for a PR, walkers, kids and more!
PRIZES will be given for 1st - 3rd overall Male and Female runners and kids race winners.
Where does the money go?
Funds raised through the Running with the Dogs race benefit the Kilgore Independent School District Education Foundation. The mission of the Education Foundation is to endow and enhance the educational experience of students by providing financial support for district-wide programs and activities.
7:00 am Packet Pickup
8:00 am Kids 1K race (more heats will be added if necessary)
8:40 am 5k Race/Fun Run/ Walk
10:00 am Awards
PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR PETS TO THIS 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
81°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Longview E Tx Rgnl Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kilgore, TX
Population
13,444
as of 2023
Elevation
371 ft
Nearest Airport
GGG
East Texas Regional Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 119 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Running with the Dogs
- Date
- October 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Running with the Dogs?
- Running with the Dogs is a running race held in Kilgore, 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 Running with the Dogs?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Kilgore, Texas at Dudley Road Trailhead, Kilgore, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Running with the Dogs?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Running with the Dogs
Oct 10, 2026