16th Annual City Manager’s 5K Walk & Run
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location San Antonio, Texas
- Price Free - $12.75
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your shoes for the 16th Annual City Manager’s 5K Walk & Run on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the exciting SeaWorld San Antonio! This beloved event, which started in 2007 as a small employee wellness initiative, has blossomed into a vibrant community celebration, drawing thousands of participants each year. Join family, friends, and fellow community members as you enjoy a fun-filled atmosphere featuring a new course through the park, music, mascots, and vendors.
Whether you’re walking your first 5K, aiming for a personal best, or cheering on your loved ones, this event promotes health, connection, and wellness for all. Participants can register from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM on race day, with an official race start at 8:00 AM. Enjoy the thrill of competition with awards for top finishers in various age groups and take advantage of discounted tickets to SeaWorld after the event. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a cherished San Antonio tradition that celebrates health and community spirit!
Whether you’re walking your first 5K, aiming for a personal best, or cheering on your loved ones, this event promotes health, connection, and wellness for all. Participants can register from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM on race day, with an official race start at 8:00 AM. Enjoy the thrill of competition with awards for top finishers in various age groups and take advantage of discounted tickets to SeaWorld after the event. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a cherished San Antonio tradition that celebrates health and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
What began in 2007 as a small employee wellness initiative has grown into one of the City of San Antonios most anticipated annual traditions. Launched by the Citys newly formed Wellness Division in 2007, the first City Managers 5K Walk & Run brought together 561 employees and family members at Brackenridge Park to celebrate a new commitment to health and wellbeing across our organization.
Over the years, the CM5K has evolved from an internal event into a community-wide celebration, welcoming thousands of participants annually. As the event has grown, it has traveled across San Antoniofrom Brackenridge Park to SeaWorld San Antonio, Alamo Plaza, Roosevelt Park, and even a virtual format during the pandemicwhile always staying true to its mission: encouraging movement, connection, and a culture of wellness.
Now, the CM5K returns once again to SeaWorld San Antonio for this years event. Whether youre walking your first 5K, running for a personal best, or cheering on friends and colleagues, youll be part of a tradition that reflects the Citys enduring commitment to a healthy workplace and a healthier community.
Join us for a memorable day of movement, celebration, and City pride at the annual CM5K Walk & Run at SeaWorld San Antonio.
THINGS TO EXPECT:
Fun and friendly atmosphere
New course through SeaWorld San Antonio
Medals for top finishers by age group
Music, mascots, vendors, and more
Discounted tickets to SeaWorld San Antonio
EVENT DETAILS:
Saturday, April 4, 2026
16th Annual City Managers 5K Walk & Run
SeaWorld San Antonio
10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
EVENT DAY REGISTRATION:
Registration will be available on the day of the event from 6:30-7:30am, although participants are strongly encouraged to register beforehand to secure the early bird rate and avoid long event day registration lines.
COURSE MAP:
Coming soon
PURCHASE DISCOUNTED SEAWORLD TICKETS:
Coming soon
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
* 6 Packet pickup and onsite registration begins
* 7 Opening ceremonies
* 8 Race start
* 8 Closing ceremonies
* 9 Event ends, participants exit
* 10 SeaWorld opens to the public
PARKING OPTIONS:
Parking will be available for participants in the SeaWorld San Antonio parking lot
Address: 10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
Cost: FREE
REGISTRATION FEES:
City of San Antonio Employees & Retirees FREE (Please note that you will be asked for your COSA identification during registration and again at packet pick up)
Family and Friends of City Employees - $5.00 per person + online fees
Community Participants - $10 (through March 28) + fees, $15 (race day) per person + online fees
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Registration fee includes event registration, chip timing, and event t-shirt (for City employees only, COSA ID required at pickup)
City employees must register before deadline (Tuesday, March 24, 2026) to receive t-shirt
Friends/Family and Community registrants can purchase an event t-shirt for an additional $10 fee added to registration cost
Must be purchased before deadline (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
No t-shirt size changes/exchanges after deadline (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
All ages and abilities welcome (including strollers, wheelchairs, etc.)
Event day registration at SeaWorld San Antonio from 6:30-7:30am
No shirts will be available for employees or purchase if not registered/purchased before deadline (TBD)
All payments subject to online processing fees
Event will be held rain or shine
No refunds
PACKET PICK-UP:
We will host three (3) packet pick-up events this year. Times, dates and locations coming soon.
AWARDS:
Top Male/Female
Top Master Male/Female
Top 3 in the following Age Divisions Male/Female
15 & under
16-20
21-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
OTHER INFORMATION:
Only service animals are permitted. Service animals must remain on a leash or harness and/or under the control of its handler at all times and be house broken. If at any time your service animals behavior is out of control, you will be asked to remove your service animal from the premises. Service animals must remain a reasonable distance from the Parks resident animals.
_ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! CONTACT IAAP AT (210) 367-1886 FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES._
Over the years, the CM5K has evolved from an internal event into a community-wide celebration, welcoming thousands of participants annually. As the event has grown, it has traveled across San Antoniofrom Brackenridge Park to SeaWorld San Antonio, Alamo Plaza, Roosevelt Park, and even a virtual format during the pandemicwhile always staying true to its mission: encouraging movement, connection, and a culture of wellness.
Now, the CM5K returns once again to SeaWorld San Antonio for this years event. Whether youre walking your first 5K, running for a personal best, or cheering on friends and colleagues, youll be part of a tradition that reflects the Citys enduring commitment to a healthy workplace and a healthier community.
Join us for a memorable day of movement, celebration, and City pride at the annual CM5K Walk & Run at SeaWorld San Antonio.
THINGS TO EXPECT:
Fun and friendly atmosphere
New course through SeaWorld San Antonio
Medals for top finishers by age group
Music, mascots, vendors, and more
Discounted tickets to SeaWorld San Antonio
EVENT DETAILS:
Saturday, April 4, 2026
16th Annual City Managers 5K Walk & Run
SeaWorld San Antonio
10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
EVENT DAY REGISTRATION:
Registration will be available on the day of the event from 6:30-7:30am, although participants are strongly encouraged to register beforehand to secure the early bird rate and avoid long event day registration lines.
COURSE MAP:
Coming soon
PURCHASE DISCOUNTED SEAWORLD TICKETS:
Coming soon
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
* 6 Packet pickup and onsite registration begins
* 7 Opening ceremonies
* 8 Race start
* 8 Closing ceremonies
* 9 Event ends, participants exit
* 10 SeaWorld opens to the public
PARKING OPTIONS:
Parking will be available for participants in the SeaWorld San Antonio parking lot
Address: 10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
Cost: FREE
REGISTRATION FEES:
City of San Antonio Employees & Retirees FREE (Please note that you will be asked for your COSA identification during registration and again at packet pick up)
Family and Friends of City Employees - $5.00 per person + online fees
Community Participants - $10 (through March 28) + fees, $15 (race day) per person + online fees
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Registration fee includes event registration, chip timing, and event t-shirt (for City employees only, COSA ID required at pickup)
City employees must register before deadline (Tuesday, March 24, 2026) to receive t-shirt
Friends/Family and Community registrants can purchase an event t-shirt for an additional $10 fee added to registration cost
Must be purchased before deadline (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
No t-shirt size changes/exchanges after deadline (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
All ages and abilities welcome (including strollers, wheelchairs, etc.)
Event day registration at SeaWorld San Antonio from 6:30-7:30am
No shirts will be available for employees or purchase if not registered/purchased before deadline (TBD)
All payments subject to online processing fees
Event will be held rain or shine
No refunds
PACKET PICK-UP:
We will host three (3) packet pick-up events this year. Times, dates and locations coming soon.
AWARDS:
Top Male/Female
Top Master Male/Female
Top 3 in the following Age Divisions Male/Female
15 & under
16-20
21-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
OTHER INFORMATION:
Only service animals are permitted. Service animals must remain on a leash or harness and/or under the control of its handler at all times and be house broken. If at any time your service animals behavior is out of control, you will be asked to remove your service animal from the premises. Service animals must remain a reasonable distance from the Parks resident animals.
_ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! CONTACT IAAP AT (210) 367-1886 FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES._
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