Friends of Mae S. Bruce Library Fun Run

Date: Sunday, August 9, 2025

Time: 7:00 AM

Location: Stevenson Park, Friendswood, TX

Get ready to swim, bike, run, and celebrate the outdoors! The Figgy Kids Triathlon is named after everyone's favorite eco-friendly mascot, Figgy the Squirrel! This beginner-friendly race is perfect for newbies and more experienced youth triathletes too—it's a great summer challenge with a side of outdoor fun.

🏊‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ The Course

Set in the scenic Stevenson Park, racers will dash through shaded trails lined with majestic oak trees and native Texas plants. You’ll swim in the pool, pedal past cheering volunteers, and run under a canopy of oaks.

Two Waves of Racing Fun:

We have two USAT age-based divisions, with appropriately sized courses for every level of racer:

🟢 Council Wave (Ages 6–10)

• 100-yard pool swim

• 2.8-mile bike

• 0.6-mile run

🔵 Mayor’s Wave (Ages 11–16)

• 200-yard pool swim

• 4.4-mile bike

• 1.5-mile run

Whether your athlete is a seasoned triathlete or is just getting started, the Figgy Kids Triathlon offers a safe, supportive, and fun environment for all.

🎉 Why You'll Love It:

• Fun, beginner-friendly race environment

• Beautiful, shaded park course

• Real race swag for all participants

• Great summer challenge before the school year starts

🐿 Who is Figgy?

Figgy the Squirrel is the official mascot of Friendswood’s Keep Friendswood Beautifulinitiative. We’re excited to encourage environmental awareness and a love for our local parks—just like the things Figgy stands for. 🌳♻️

Let’s race under the oaks and keep Friendswood beautiful—Figgy would approve! 🐿🌎

22nd annual Beneeezy Purple Monkey Fun Run 1k/5k/10k

DATE: September 5, 2026

TIME: 7:00 a.m. Kids 1K (Alvin High School track)

7:30 a.m. 5K/10k

PLACE: Alvin Memorial Stadium

1300 W. Dumble St.

Alvin, TX 77511

Race start: Alvin Memorial Stadium corner of 2^nd st. and W. Dumble.

DISTANCE: 1K- two and one half laps around Alvin high school track.

5K- one loop. Certified course- (TX16079ETM)

10K- two loops. (TX16080ETM)

AWARDS: 5K/10K-top three in each age category. (Male and Female). Custom finishers medals.

1K-awards to overall first place boy and girl. All 1k finishers receive a custom medal.

AGE GROUPS:

1K 12 and under (not timed)

5K/10K 13 and under, 14-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+ (timed)

FEES: 1K- $25.00 before August 1

$30.00 August 2-September 2

$40.00-race day

5K//10K- $35.00 before August 1

$40.00 August 2-September 2

$50.00-race day

Registration also available at (raceroster.com) Online registration closes September 2.

Fun run flyer available at (www.purplemonkeyfunrun.com)

Make checks payable to:(Ben Garcia Memorial Scholarship Fund)

PACKET PICK UP

Thursday, September 3, 2026 (4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.)

Friday, September 4, 2026 (8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.)

Alvin Recreation Center

3201 S. Hwy 35, Alvin, TX 77511

RACE DAY REGISTRATION: (6:00-7:00 a.m.) Alvin High School gym 3

PURPLE MONKEY RUN IS A RACE FOR EVERYONE. BRING THE FAMILY, YOUR WALKING GROUP, OR YOUR COMPETITIVE RUNNING CLUB OUT FOR THE FUN!

Get ready for a great race!

Your Mates and Mini Mates will swim in a lazy river, bike through the Moody Gardens resort, and run through the tropical gardens—all leading up to a waterpark celebration for the family! Every athlete gets a waterpark admission + free entries for three family members or friends! Come for race day or make it a fun family getaway. Parents, siblings, friends & teammates can join the fun—volunteer as a Deckhand and experience the race up close!

Captain Kids Waves for 2026:

✔️ Age Group Waves: Mini Mates, Mates & Long Course Mates (based on USAT age)

✔️Captain's Waves: For experienced youth triathletes ready to race

✔️ First Mates Waves: Adaptive divisions with guides & race modifications available

Race Distances:

✔️ Mini Mates (6-10): 100m swim, 2 mile bike, ½ mile run

✔️ Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run

✔️ Long Course Mates (15-16): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run

✔️ Captain's Wave Mini Mates (6-10): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run

✔️ Captain's Wave Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run

The Captain's Wave:

The Captain's Wave is for those athletes that have their sea legs and are experienced triathletes wanting to race, and is designed to add additional safety and fairness within the races. If your athlete is on a racing team, has a coach, routinely places in other youth races, and wants to test their skills against the other experienced athletes, then the athlete may qualify to compete in the Captain's Wave. Your athlete should be familiar with all aspects of triathlon, including the rules and regulations for youth triathlons (drafting, spacing, passing, etc), and should have competed in a number of triathlons prior to this event. If you’re not sure which division is right for your athlete, send the Captain an email and we’ll help you figure it out.

The Captain's Waves have separate awards from the age group division and only compete against each other. The athletes are numbered from oldest to youngest, and awards are based on the number of participants.

🏴‍☠️ Ready to race? Join the crew and sign up today!

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind multisport racing event on Saturday, Sept 20—the Houston Methodist Texas City Triathlon, Duathlon, & Aquabike! Dive into a beginner-friendly sandy bottom swim, conquer a flat and fast bike course on the dike, and experience a beautiful run through Bay Street Park's trails. All ages and abilities are welcome to sign up for this annual event. Don't miss your chance to be part of something special. Register today!