Strong Shall Stand 5K
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Kids' Dash
From the Organizer
This is more than just a race — it’s a show of solidarity with the brave individuals who protect, serve, and heal others, often at great personal cost. A portion of the race proceeds benefits Operation True North, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing mental health services to veterans, active duty military, first responders, health care workers and their families.
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What's included with 5K registration?
- Custom, commemorative event shirt
- Custom race bib & chip-timed results
- Finisher medal
- Plus any goodies from our sponsors!
What's included with Kids' Dash registration?
- Custom race bib
- Finisher item
- Plus any goodies from our sponsors!
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
69°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Longview #2, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Longview, TX
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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Strong Shall Stand 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
159
Days to train
- Race
- Strong Shall Stand 5K
- Date
- November 14, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Strong Shall Stand 5K?
- Strong Shall Stand 5K is a running race held in Longview, Texas on November 14, 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 Strong Shall Stand 5K?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Longview, Texas at Operation True North Headquarters, Longview, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Strong Shall Stand 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Strong Shall Stand 5K
Nov 14, 2026