Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk & 1K Kids Dash
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location San Antonio, Texas
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring and fun-filled day at the 5th Annual Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk & 1K Kids Dash, taking place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Lady Bird Johnson Park in San Antonio, Bexar. This family-friendly event, which kicks off at 9:00 AM with registration opening at 8:00 AM, is dedicated to raising awareness and support for pediatric transplant recipients and their families. Participants can look forward to a spirited 5K run/walk for teens and adults, as well as a playful 1K Kids Dash for our youngest superheroes aged 11 and under.
Join in the fun by forming teams in honor of transplant warriors and embrace the festive Halloween spirit with costumes! This is not just a race; it's a chance to make a real impact in the lives of children who have undergone life-saving transplants. Your participation helps fund essential services like peer support groups and scholarships for transplant youth. So lace up those sneakers and be part of this heartwarming event that celebrates life and community! Don’t miss out—register early to secure your commemorative race shirt and preferred size. Together, let’s honor our transplant heroes and support their incredible journeys!
Join in the fun by forming teams in honor of transplant warriors and embrace the festive Halloween spirit with costumes! This is not just a race; it's a chance to make a real impact in the lives of children who have undergone life-saving transplants. Your participation helps fund essential services like peer support groups and scholarships for transplant youth. So lace up those sneakers and be part of this heartwarming event that celebrates life and community! Don’t miss out—register early to secure your commemorative race shirt and preferred size. Together, let’s honor our transplant heroes and support their incredible journeys!
Organiser's Description
Join Us for the 5th Annual Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk & 1K Kids Dash!
Hosted by Transplants for Children
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Lady Bird Johnson Park, 10700 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX
Registration Opens: 8:00 AM
Race Starts: 9:00 AM
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and your costumes for a race that gives more than just medals. Transplants for Children (TFC) is proud to host the 4th Annual Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk, a family-friendly event dedicated to raising awareness and support for pediatric transplant recipients and their families.
This year, were bringing back a fun twist in the spirit of Halloween with a costume-themed race for all ages! Join us for:
A spirited 5K Run/Walk for teens and adults
A playful 1K Kids Dash for our youngest superheroes and goblins
Were excited to announce participant categories to make the race even more fun and inclusive:
Ages 11 & Under 1K Kids Dash
Ages 1217 Teens Category
Ages 1839 Primers Category
Ages 40 & Up Masters Category
Create a Team in Honor of a Transplant Warrior!
We invite you to gather your friends, family, or coworkers and create a team of 5 or more in honor of or in memory of a transplant recipient whether they are thriving today or remembered with love. Show your support by running or walking in their name, wearing team shirts, or even themed costumes! Together, your team can help amplify the impact of this special event.
Your participation helps honor the Gift of Life a second chance given to brave children who have undergone life-saving transplants and supports the only nonprofit in the nation that provides full wraparound services not only to the transplant child, but their entire family.
Your registration helps us fund:
Peer support groups for all ages
A scholarship program for transplant youth
Emergency financial assistance
and much more!
To learn more about our mission and programs, visit: www.tfcsatx.org
Race Shirts
All registered runners will receive a commemorative race shirt. Late registrants (after September 1st, 2026) are not guaranteed a shirt or preferred size so sign up early!
Whether you walk, jog, sprint, or roll were so grateful to have you as part of this heart-filled day. Together, lets celebrate life, honor our transplant warriors, and support the journey of healing.
Hosted by Transplants for Children
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Lady Bird Johnson Park, 10700 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX
Registration Opens: 8:00 AM
Race Starts: 9:00 AM
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and your costumes for a race that gives more than just medals. Transplants for Children (TFC) is proud to host the 4th Annual Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk, a family-friendly event dedicated to raising awareness and support for pediatric transplant recipients and their families.
This year, were bringing back a fun twist in the spirit of Halloween with a costume-themed race for all ages! Join us for:
A spirited 5K Run/Walk for teens and adults
A playful 1K Kids Dash for our youngest superheroes and goblins
Were excited to announce participant categories to make the race even more fun and inclusive:
Ages 11 & Under 1K Kids Dash
Ages 1217 Teens Category
Ages 1839 Primers Category
Ages 40 & Up Masters Category
Create a Team in Honor of a Transplant Warrior!
We invite you to gather your friends, family, or coworkers and create a team of 5 or more in honor of or in memory of a transplant recipient whether they are thriving today or remembered with love. Show your support by running or walking in their name, wearing team shirts, or even themed costumes! Together, your team can help amplify the impact of this special event.
Your participation helps honor the Gift of Life a second chance given to brave children who have undergone life-saving transplants and supports the only nonprofit in the nation that provides full wraparound services not only to the transplant child, but their entire family.
Your registration helps us fund:
Peer support groups for all ages
A scholarship program for transplant youth
Emergency financial assistance
and much more!
To learn more about our mission and programs, visit: www.tfcsatx.org
Race Shirts
All registered runners will receive a commemorative race shirt. Late registrants (after September 1st, 2026) are not guaranteed a shirt or preferred size so sign up early!
Whether you walk, jog, sprint, or roll were so grateful to have you as part of this heart-filled day. Together, lets celebrate life, honor our transplant warriors, and support the journey of healing.
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