UT San Antonio Alumni Association Diploma Dash 5K
UT San Antonio Alumni Association Diploma Dash 5K is a running race on February 27, 2027 in San Antonio, TX, with entry fees from $25 to $40.
- Date
- February 27, 2027 (219 days to go)
- Location
- One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX
- Price
- $25–$40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Now in its 42nd year, the UT San Antonio Alumni Diploma Dash is more than a race—it’s a celebration of Roadrunner pride and community. Nearly 2,000 runners will run through the heart of the UT San Antonio Main Campus, all united by one mission: supporting student scholarships.
With your help, we’re aiming to raise over $150,000 to empower future Roadrunners. Every stride matters, and every participant makes a difference.
Cross the finish line and claim your commemorative medal—a symbol of achievement and tradition that you’ll treasure for years to come.
Ready to make history? Register today and be part of a legacy that changes lives.
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Partner with Us!
The Diploma Dash thrives thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors. Their commitment helps us fund scholarships and alumni programs, making every mile matter for Roadrunners. With packages starting at just $1,000, join us in celebrating the organizations that make this tradition possible! Contact us at alumnipartner@utsa.edu for more information.
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Alumni Association Membership Discount
Current members will receive an email with a special discount link on Tuesday, December 1st. If you did not receive the email, please contact us at alumni@utsa.edu.
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Race Day Info
- Start Line Location: Convocation Center (UT San Antonio Main Campus)
- Festival Start Time: 7:00 a.m.
- Race Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
- Parking: Free, in front of Convocation Center
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Packet Pick-Up
- Date: February 25th & 26th
- Location: Smokey Mo's TX BBQ (UTSA Location)
- 6010 UTSA Boulevard #106
- San Antonio, TX 78249
- Time: 4:30 to 7:00 p.m.
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Volunteers Needed
Shift details coming soon.
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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
70°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Antonio Intl Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About San Antonio, TX
Population
1,458,954
as of 2023
City Elevation
781 ft
Nearest Airport
SAT
San Antonio International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at UT San Antonio Alumni Association Diploma Dash 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
219
Days to train
- Race
- UT San Antonio Alumni Association Diploma Dash 5K
- Date
- February 27, 2027
- Location
- One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX
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About This Sport
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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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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UT San Antonio Alumni Association Diploma Dash 5K
Feb 27, 2027