Van Oil Festival 5K
Van Oil Festival 5K is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Van, TX, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (35 days to go)
- Location
- 301 Wyoming St, Van, TX
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🏃 Van Oil Festival 5K — Run, Walk & Celebrate!
Run it. Walk it. Celebrate it!
Get ready to hit the pavement at the Van Oil Festival 5K on October 17, 2026, at Van City Park! Whether you're chasing a new personal best, taking on your very first 5K, or simply looking for a fun way to spend the day with family and friends, this race is for you!
🎉 What You Get
🏅 Finisher Medal — Celebrate your accomplishment with a medal at the finish!
👕 Race T-Shirt — Register by October 7th to receive a race T-shirt.
🎁 Swag Bag — Take home a little extra race-day fun.
🎉 Festival Fun — Come enjoy the Van Oil Festival and make a day of it!
💥 Registration
Early Registration: $35
Race Day Registration: $40
Registration begins at 7:30 AM, race set to begin at 8:30 AM
Grab your running shoes, bring your friends and family, and get ready for a fun-filled morning at the Van Oil Festival 5K!
Mark your calendar. Lace up. Let's get moving!
🏁 Van Oil Festival 5K
October 17, 2026 • Van City Park
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
78°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mineola, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Van, TX
Nearest Airport
TYR
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport · 19 mi
Major Hub
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 73 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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35
Days to train
- Race
- Van Oil Festival 5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 301 Wyoming St, Van, TX
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Van Oil Festival 5K
Oct 17, 2026