Spring Fling - San Antonio

We are hereby declaring June 6th as "San Antonio Running Day"! Join us for the San Antonio Run Day 5K, a celebration of our local running community! Held in the heart of San Antonio at McAllister Park (Pavilion #5), this race brings runners of all levels together to embrace the joy of running and the spirit of unity.

As a continuation of the energy from Global Run Day on June 3rd, the San Antonio Run Day 5K is more than just a race—it's a tribute to the runners, running groups, and fitness enthusiasts that make our city thrive. Whether you're a seasoned runner or taking your first steps, this event welcomes everyone to lace up and share in the passion for running.

Presented by iRun, San Antonio's local running store!

New this year! Pick your terrain! Like the smooth, fast feel of the road? Register for the road 5k. If you prefer the rugged rocks and roots of the dirt, register for the trail 5k!

Course map: Coming Soon

Highlights of the Event:

Local Love: Celebrate San Antonio's running culture with friends, family, and fellow runners.

Community Vibes: Connect with local running groups, organizations, & businesses that inspire and support the sport in our city.

Fun for All: Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere with post-race festivities, music, and more! Be sure to stop by all of our local vendor's tents as we highlight local businesses owned by local runners in our community!

We are proud to name Street2Feet as our beneficiary! Street2Feet implements movement, community, and service as medicine with individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use disorder and/or mental health. They are a 6-day-a-week program providing walking/running, yoga, Qigong, nutrition education, & other forms of holistic wellness. Street2Feet aims to remove the barriers to wellness by providing accessible wellness opportunities and provides the athletic gear so that participants can comfortably and confidently engage in movement.

Mark your calendar and be a part of the San Antonio Run Day 5K—because running is better together! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Packet pick up:

iRun Broadway on Thursday, June 4th, from 12pm-6:45pm and Friday, June 5th, from 10am-4pm.

Race Site (McAllister Park Pavilion #2) on race day from 6:15am-7:15am.

You pick up bibs for friends and family, if needed.

Post race we will have some fabulous vendors set up with cold drinks and snacks that you can sample and also purchase to take home. Run local, buy local, support local!

🎀 Join the Fight: Breast Cancer Run! 🎀

Together, we can raise awareness and funds to support those affected by breast cancer.

Enjoy a spirited day filled with community, inspiration, and hope. Let’s unite for a cause that touches us all and run for a future without breast cancer! Sign up now and help us make a lasting impact!

Overview:

Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.

This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.

All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!

There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!

When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

Timing:

• Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.

• No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag):

• Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)

• Finisher's Towel or Giveaway

• Finisher's Medal!

• Digital Training Pack

• Online Results & Certificate of Completion

• Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs

• We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.

Packet Pickup:

No hassle of picking up packets required!

-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)

• Race bibs are provided on race day

When will I get my Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

Race Updates:

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])

(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)

Wave A: 7:30AM

Wave B: 8:00AM

Wave C: 8:30AM

Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

Are there any other Questions we missed?

https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/

Virtual Run Option:

• Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.

Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!

Race Bundle:

Sign-up for more races and get a discount!

Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!

https://www.thebestraces.com/events

Team Glo Volunteers:

If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/

Be part of the Journey!

Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com

Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)

🦸‍♀️🦹‍♀️ Superheroes don't always wear capes but when they do, they run and walk! 🦸‍♂️🦹‍♂️

Everyone is a superhero in their own way. From all the moms out there, to our front line workers, to even just those who are simply a friend to someone else. So for every superhero out there (that includes YOU), You make a Difference and we celebrate that with a fun run!

Overview:

Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.

This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.

All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!

There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!

When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

Timing:

• Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.

• No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag):

• Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)

• Finisher's Towel or Giveaway

• Finisher's Medal!

• Digital Training Pack

• Online Results & Certificate of Completion

• Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs

• We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.

Packet Pickup:

No hassle of picking up packets required!

-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)

• Race bibs are provided on race day

When will I get my Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

Race Updates:

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])

(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)

Wave A: 7:30AM

Wave B: 8:00AM

Wave C: 8:30AM

Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

Are there any other Questions we missed?

https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/

Virtual Run Option:

• Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.

Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!

Race Bundle:

Sign-up for more races and get a discount!

Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!

https://www.thebestraces.com/events

Team Glo Volunteers:

If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/

Be part of the Journey!

Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com

Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)

ALL VIRTUAL EVENTS ARE NOW CLOSED!

We invite you to join us for the 3rd AnnualTexas Sun Showdown Half Marathon, Relay & 5k

Three great options: Want a challenge? Run the Half Marathon. Want to get a team together to relay? Grab your friends, find your team shirts or costumes! You can also run the 5K solo. Participants receive a Texas finisher medal, an awesome Texas theme shirt and delicious Texas barbecue food post race.

TIME LIMIT FOR THE HALF MARATHON IS 4 HOURS.

Relay Info:

You will be prompted to join an existing Relay Team or create a new Relay Team during the registration process. Registration fee is a per person fee. All team members must register separately.

Relay Categories:

• Open (All male, all female, or co-ed, any age)

• Masters (All male, all female, or co-ed, ages 40+)

• Super Masters (All male, all female, or co-ed, ages 50+)

• Mixed X (3 female, 1 male, any age)

• Mixed Y (3 males, 1 female, any age)

• Military

Packet Pickup Info:

Pre-Race Packet Pickup-Saturday June 13th 11-4 PM IRUN

Race Day June 15th McAllister Park Pavilion #2 from 6-7:30 AM 13298 Buckhorn Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247

Schedule of Event

7:15AM HALF MARATHON AND 2-PERSON RELAY START

7:20AM 4-PERSON RELAY START

7:30AM 5K START

8:30AM 5K AWARDS

9:45AM RELAY 1/2 MARATHON AWARDS

10:00 AM HALF-MARATHON AWARDS

Race Routes: Half Marathon and 2-person relay (half marathoners will complete 2 loops) See Route Here

4-person relay route: See Route Here

5K: See 5K Route Here

The Virtual Texas Sun Showdown 5K and Half Marathon are races that you can run or walk from any location and route. You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself.

Signup, download and print your race bib, complete the run and submit your results.

When you submit your time, you will also be able to download, print and/or share your Finisher's Certificate.

Complete your race and submit your results between: June 15, 2025, 12:00am- June 30, 2025, 11:59pm

On Juneteenth, we remember resilience, honor progress, and run toward a brighter future.

Join the Juneteenth Day Run — an event that celebrates freedom, community, and the unbreakable human spirit.

Let’s make every mile matter.

Overview:

Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.

This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.

All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!

There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!

When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

Timing:

• Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.

• No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag):

• Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)

• Finisher's Towel or Giveaway

• Finisher's Medal!

• Digital Training Pack

• Online Results & Certificate of Completion

• Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs

• We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.

Packet Pickup:

No hassle of picking up packets required!

-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)

• Race bibs are provided on race day

When will I get my Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

Race Updates:

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])

(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)

Wave A: 7:30AM

Wave B: 8:00AM

Wave C: 8:30AM

Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

Are there any other Questions we missed?

https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/

Virtual Run Option:

• Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.

Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!

Race Bundle:

Sign-up for more races and get a discount!

Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!

https://www.thebestraces.com/events

Team Glo Volunteers:

If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/

Be part of the Journey!

Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com

Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)