6th Annual Poteet Strawberry 5K/1 Mile Walk & a Mascot Das
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Poteet, Texas
- Price $23.25 - $28.25
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the 6th Annual Poteet Strawberry 5K/1 Mile Walk & Mascot Dash on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Poteet, Atascosa! This exciting event promises a vibrant atmosphere where participants of all ages and fitness levels can come together to celebrate The Gift of Movement and enjoy the beauty of the countryside. With a certified 5K course that takes you through the serene landscape and a 1-mile walk around the Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds, there's something for everyone—whether you choose to walk, jog, or run.
Expect a lively day filled with energetic mascots, door prizes, finishers medals, and event t-shirts for early registrants. With awards for the top finishers and opportunities for team recognition, this is not just a race; it's a community celebration promoting health and well-being. Join us for a memorable event that supports local initiatives like the Beautiful You Project and helps foster fitness-focused programs. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while having a blast—register early and be part of the excitement!
Expect a lively day filled with energetic mascots, door prizes, finishers medals, and event t-shirts for early registrants. With awards for the top finishers and opportunities for team recognition, this is not just a race; it's a community celebration promoting health and well-being. Join us for a memorable event that supports local initiatives like the Beautiful You Project and helps foster fitness-focused programs. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while having a blast—register early and be part of the excitement!
Organiser's Description
This event will go on RAIN or SHINE
NO ROLLOVERS. NO TRANSFERS. NO DEFERMENTS! NO REFUNDS.
Join us for the 6th Annual Poteet Strawberry 5K/1 Mile Walk & Mascot Dash, hosted by the TRiCiTy Road Warriors (TCRW), Farm to Familia & IAAP-where health, fitness and FUN come together for all ages and fitness levels!
Whether you walk, jog or run, this event is for everyone. We invite you to join us in celebrating The Gift of Movement/Life. We are a nonprofit organization, 501 (3). This event emphasizes the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through movement. At the start and finish of this race you will find yourself surrounded by great people, mascots and an energetic family-friendly atmosphere. The 1 mile walk will be one lap around the Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds (PSFG). The 5K is an out and back course, which will start in the PSFG then out into the countryside where you will breathe in fresh air, peace and quiet and just enjoy the beauty of the countryside. Its a perfect way to celebrate the gift of movement-community, and health, as well as community incentives while fostering a fun and positive atmosphere for all participants. TCRW love making fitness FUN! How do we do that? We have door prizes, Finishers Medals, Event T-Shirt (Guaranteed size if registered by March 2, 2026), Mascots, a FUN atmosphere and more.
Limited spots available! Last year we had 214 participants - help us break the record!
RUN FOR A CAUSE
This event supports:
Beautiful You Project (FREE Prom attire for local and high school students, in Atascosa County and surrounding cities in Texas
Build our Scholarship Fund/Sponsorships
TCRW incentives & health-focused programs
RACE OPTIONS
5K Run/Walk Certified course o Chip timed
1 Mile Walk
Mascot Dash New event (Tentative-Mascots Only)
Awards for the Top 3 Male & Female Finishers
Age Groups: 6-12|13-19|20-29|30-39|40-49|50-59|60-69|70+|Masters M/F
* Team Award* for the Team that has the largest participants registered.
REGISTER EARLY o HAVE FUN o MAKE A DIFFERENCE
We make fitness FUN come be part of it!
$ REGISTRATION PRICING: EARLY BIRD SPECIAL (BEFORE JAN. 31, 2026)
$25 5K + Fees for Ages 6-70+ (Time Chipped)
$20 1 Mile + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 - 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
$ Price Increase: Feb. 1-March 31, 2026
$30 5K + Fees for Ages 6-70+ (Time Chipped)
$25 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
$ Price Increase (April 3, 2026)
$35 5K + Fees for Ages 6-70+ (Time Chipped)
$30 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
$ DAY of RACE PRICE: Saturday, April 4, 2026
$40 5K + Fees for Aages 6-70+ (Timed Chipped) 1.
$35 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
**Important Notice**: Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an Adult while participating in the 5K and 1 Mile. Please ensure that the supervising Adult is also registered for the event. Thanks for your support and understanding.
EVENT SCHEDULE: (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
National Anthem & Prayer: 7:15 a.m.
1 Mile Walk: 7:30 a.m.
5K Run/Walk: 8:00 a.m.
Mascot Dash: 9:30 a.m. (Mascots Only Event)
WARNING IMPORTANT NOTICE ALL PARTICIPANTS
All runners and walkers must be registered by 7:00 a.m. on race day.
Shirts and finisher medals are NOT guaranteed for race-day registrations.
SHIRT DEADLINE: MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026, AFTER THIS DATE, SIZES & SHIRTS WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED.
SHIRTS
The first 200 registered participants who sign up by Monday, March 2, 2026, will receive an event shirt. T-Shirt sizes are not guaranteed after March 2, 2026.
FINISHER MEDALS
The first 200 finishers to cross the finish line in their registered distance (5K or 1 Mile) will earn a finisher medal.
RACE DAY: ARRIVAL TIME & CLOSURES for the safety of all participants, volunteers, spectators, officials and you:
The main entrance to the Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds will NOT be open to vehicles on race day, as it is part of the race route.
Please use the Lions Club Entrance for parking.
Amphion Road will be part of the race route and will be opened to vehicle traffic from 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Use caution if a vehicle approaches.
no entry Once the race begins, no vehicles will be allowed to enter the event site.
right arrow Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking, and be prepared to walk to the starting line.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Diana G. Leal
Phone: (830)399-9151
📧 Email: [email protected]
PACKET PICK-UP & LATE REGISTRATION
Location:
Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds (Armed Forces Pavilion)
9199 N. State Highway 16
Poteet, TX 78065
Friday, April 3, 2026
Packet Pick-Up & Registration: 4:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Late Registration & Packet Pick-Up: 6:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m.
warning Event-day packet pick-up will be available, but participants are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for parking and lines.
All participants must pick up their packet before the 1 Mile Walk begins at 7:30 a.m.
RED QUESTION MARK FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can participate in the 1 Mile Walk?
Ages 570+. Children under 5 must be escorted by one parent or guardian along the course (required).
Are strollers allowed?
Yes. Strollers are allowed. Please be cautious of other participants when passing.
right arrow For everyones safety, all runners and walkers with strollers must line up behind the runners at the start.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, if they are:
Always kept on a leash
Cleaned up after
Wearing current tags and vaccinations (especially rabies)
AWARDS
Awards will be presented after the Mascot Dash (time TBD).
DONATIONS
Donations are welcome!
Suggested amounts: $100 / $75 / $50 / $25 / $10
You may also enter a custom amount.
Donation options:
^0 Name | ^0 Anonymous | ^0 Other
RESULTS
Results provided by RunSignUp / IAAP
(5K Run/Walk Only)
Search by: Name, Bib #, or Town
_______________________________________________________________________________
COURSE / ROUTE Course map will be posted later.
NO ROLLOVERS. NO TRANSFERS. NO DEFERMENTS! NO REFUNDS.
Join us for the 6th Annual Poteet Strawberry 5K/1 Mile Walk & Mascot Dash, hosted by the TRiCiTy Road Warriors (TCRW), Farm to Familia & IAAP-where health, fitness and FUN come together for all ages and fitness levels!
Whether you walk, jog or run, this event is for everyone. We invite you to join us in celebrating The Gift of Movement/Life. We are a nonprofit organization, 501 (3). This event emphasizes the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through movement. At the start and finish of this race you will find yourself surrounded by great people, mascots and an energetic family-friendly atmosphere. The 1 mile walk will be one lap around the Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds (PSFG). The 5K is an out and back course, which will start in the PSFG then out into the countryside where you will breathe in fresh air, peace and quiet and just enjoy the beauty of the countryside. Its a perfect way to celebrate the gift of movement-community, and health, as well as community incentives while fostering a fun and positive atmosphere for all participants. TCRW love making fitness FUN! How do we do that? We have door prizes, Finishers Medals, Event T-Shirt (Guaranteed size if registered by March 2, 2026), Mascots, a FUN atmosphere and more.
Limited spots available! Last year we had 214 participants - help us break the record!
RUN FOR A CAUSE
This event supports:
Beautiful You Project (FREE Prom attire for local and high school students, in Atascosa County and surrounding cities in Texas
Build our Scholarship Fund/Sponsorships
TCRW incentives & health-focused programs
RACE OPTIONS
5K Run/Walk Certified course o Chip timed
1 Mile Walk
Mascot Dash New event (Tentative-Mascots Only)
Awards for the Top 3 Male & Female Finishers
Age Groups: 6-12|13-19|20-29|30-39|40-49|50-59|60-69|70+|Masters M/F
* Team Award* for the Team that has the largest participants registered.
REGISTER EARLY o HAVE FUN o MAKE A DIFFERENCE
We make fitness FUN come be part of it!
$ REGISTRATION PRICING: EARLY BIRD SPECIAL (BEFORE JAN. 31, 2026)
$25 5K + Fees for Ages 6-70+ (Time Chipped)
$20 1 Mile + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 - 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
$ Price Increase: Feb. 1-March 31, 2026
$30 5K + Fees for Ages 6-70+ (Time Chipped)
$25 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
$ Price Increase (April 3, 2026)
$35 5K + Fees for Ages 6-70+ (Time Chipped)
$30 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
$ DAY of RACE PRICE: Saturday, April 4, 2026
$40 5K + Fees for Aages 6-70+ (Timed Chipped) 1.
$35 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 10-70+
$15 1 Mile Walk + Fees for Ages 5-9 (Medal Only)
**Important Notice**: Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an Adult while participating in the 5K and 1 Mile. Please ensure that the supervising Adult is also registered for the event. Thanks for your support and understanding.
EVENT SCHEDULE: (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
National Anthem & Prayer: 7:15 a.m.
1 Mile Walk: 7:30 a.m.
5K Run/Walk: 8:00 a.m.
Mascot Dash: 9:30 a.m. (Mascots Only Event)
WARNING IMPORTANT NOTICE ALL PARTICIPANTS
All runners and walkers must be registered by 7:00 a.m. on race day.
Shirts and finisher medals are NOT guaranteed for race-day registrations.
SHIRT DEADLINE: MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026, AFTER THIS DATE, SIZES & SHIRTS WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED.
SHIRTS
The first 200 registered participants who sign up by Monday, March 2, 2026, will receive an event shirt. T-Shirt sizes are not guaranteed after March 2, 2026.
FINISHER MEDALS
The first 200 finishers to cross the finish line in their registered distance (5K or 1 Mile) will earn a finisher medal.
RACE DAY: ARRIVAL TIME & CLOSURES for the safety of all participants, volunteers, spectators, officials and you:
The main entrance to the Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds will NOT be open to vehicles on race day, as it is part of the race route.
Please use the Lions Club Entrance for parking.
Amphion Road will be part of the race route and will be opened to vehicle traffic from 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Use caution if a vehicle approaches.
no entry Once the race begins, no vehicles will be allowed to enter the event site.
right arrow Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking, and be prepared to walk to the starting line.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Diana G. Leal
Phone: (830)399-9151
📧 Email: [email protected]
PACKET PICK-UP & LATE REGISTRATION
Location:
Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds (Armed Forces Pavilion)
9199 N. State Highway 16
Poteet, TX 78065
Friday, April 3, 2026
Packet Pick-Up & Registration: 4:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Late Registration & Packet Pick-Up: 6:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m.
warning Event-day packet pick-up will be available, but participants are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for parking and lines.
All participants must pick up their packet before the 1 Mile Walk begins at 7:30 a.m.
RED QUESTION MARK FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can participate in the 1 Mile Walk?
Ages 570+. Children under 5 must be escorted by one parent or guardian along the course (required).
Are strollers allowed?
Yes. Strollers are allowed. Please be cautious of other participants when passing.
right arrow For everyones safety, all runners and walkers with strollers must line up behind the runners at the start.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, if they are:
Always kept on a leash
Cleaned up after
Wearing current tags and vaccinations (especially rabies)
AWARDS
Awards will be presented after the Mascot Dash (time TBD).
DONATIONS
Donations are welcome!
Suggested amounts: $100 / $75 / $50 / $25 / $10
You may also enter a custom amount.
Donation options:
^0 Name | ^0 Anonymous | ^0 Other
RESULTS
Results provided by RunSignUp / IAAP
(5K Run/Walk Only)
Search by: Name, Bib #, or Town
_______________________________________________________________________________
COURSE / ROUTE Course map will be posted later.
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