Longview 5K
- Date Sat 24th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Longview, Texas
- Price $16.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Longview 5K on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in Longview, Gregg! This vibrant event is part of the City of Longview's Healthy Initiative and promises a unique point-to-point race course that winds through local neighborhoods and the picturesque Boorman Trail. Participants will park at the finish line and be shuttled to the start, making for an exciting race day experience.
The 5K is not just a run; it's a celebration of fitness and community! With chip timing, amazing swag including a finisher medal and a race t-shirt, and a lively atmosphere featuring food trucks and vendors at the finish line, runners of all levels are invited to join in the fun. Whether you choose to run or walk, there's a place for everyone, including ruckers, who can challenge themselves by carrying a weighted backpack. Don't miss out on the chance to compete for cash prizes and awards in various categories. Mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Longview 5K – a fantastic way to kick off the new year with health, happiness, and community spirit!
The 5K is not just a run; it's a celebration of fitness and community! With chip timing, amazing swag including a finisher medal and a race t-shirt, and a lively atmosphere featuring food trucks and vendors at the finish line, runners of all levels are invited to join in the fun. Whether you choose to run or walk, there's a place for everyone, including ruckers, who can challenge themselves by carrying a weighted backpack. Don't miss out on the chance to compete for cash prizes and awards in various categories. Mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Longview 5K – a fantastic way to kick off the new year with health, happiness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
EVENT OVERVIEW
The Longview 5K is part of the City of Longviews Healthy Initiative and is organized by Texas Outlaw Running Company, organizers of more than 100 professional events serving thousands of runners nationwide.
This race features a point-to-point paved 5K course featuring local neighborhood roads and the city's Boorman Trail.
This isnt your ordinary 5K. Its a point-to-point race where runners park at the finish line, then are shuttled via bus to the start. From there, youll run the full, exact 5K course back to the finish line where you parked. The race is chip-timed, packed with great swag, features multiple award categories, cash prizes, policed roads, a party atmosphere, and ends with vendors and food trucks waiting at the finish line.
This event is designed to bring the community together and inspire a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Come join the party and run or walk the Longview 5K!
PRICE INCREASES
$15 Early Bird (November 1st through December 31st)
$20 Standard (January 1st through January 16th)
$25 Late Registration (begins January 17th, if not sold out)
COURSE OVERVIEW
- Surface: Pavement
- Course Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/j6pkcc2k
- Elevation: 140ft elevation gain
- Location: Parking/Finish at 1016 McCann Rd, Longview, TX 75601 Parking Lot
- Weather: 40-60^0F Historical Average
LOCATIONS & TIMES
- Parking/Finish Line will be at the 1016 McCann Rd, Longview, TX 75601 Parking Lot
- The start line is on the Boorman trail *no parking allowed at start line*
Schedule - Saturday *no race day registration*
7AM to 8AM Packet Pickup
8AM - 5K starts
8:30AM - Award Ceremony
Ruck Info:
Rucking is simply walking with a weighted backpack or vest to make your walk a tougher. For this race, ruckers must ruck with 20 lbs for those under 150 lbs and 30 lbs for those over 150 lbs. Vest or backpacks are allowed.
WHAT YOU GET
RACE SWAG/AWARDS:
- Longview 5K Tee Shirt (Order by January 10th to guarantee a shirt and/or shirt size)
- Longview 5K Finisher Medal
- Longview 5K RUCK Patch for Ruckers
5K Run/Walk Prizes & Awards
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place awards M & F (1st $200, 2nd $100, 3rd $50)
- 1st Place age group awards (12 & Under, 1319, 2029, 3039, 4049, 5059, and 60+) M&F
- Dead Last award
5K Ruck Prizes & Awards
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place awards M & F (1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd $20)
- Dead Last award
RACE EXPERIENCE:
- Chip Timing
- Awesome Swag
- Photography
- Vendors/Food Trucks
- Party Atmosphere
- Aid Station Food & Hydration
- Police Support/Road Closures
- Fully Marked/Supported Course
- Friendly & Encouraging Race Event/Volunteers
SPONSORS
* ORR GMC LONGVIEW (http://orrlongview.com/) [http://orrlongview.com/%29]
Want to sponsor? Email [email protected]
The Longview 5K is part of the City of Longviews Healthy Initiative and is organized by Texas Outlaw Running Company, organizers of more than 100 professional events serving thousands of runners nationwide.
This race features a point-to-point paved 5K course featuring local neighborhood roads and the city's Boorman Trail.
This isnt your ordinary 5K. Its a point-to-point race where runners park at the finish line, then are shuttled via bus to the start. From there, youll run the full, exact 5K course back to the finish line where you parked. The race is chip-timed, packed with great swag, features multiple award categories, cash prizes, policed roads, a party atmosphere, and ends with vendors and food trucks waiting at the finish line.
This event is designed to bring the community together and inspire a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Come join the party and run or walk the Longview 5K!
PRICE INCREASES
$15 Early Bird (November 1st through December 31st)
$20 Standard (January 1st through January 16th)
$25 Late Registration (begins January 17th, if not sold out)
COURSE OVERVIEW
- Surface: Pavement
- Course Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/j6pkcc2k
- Elevation: 140ft elevation gain
- Location: Parking/Finish at 1016 McCann Rd, Longview, TX 75601 Parking Lot
- Weather: 40-60^0F Historical Average
LOCATIONS & TIMES
- Parking/Finish Line will be at the 1016 McCann Rd, Longview, TX 75601 Parking Lot
- The start line is on the Boorman trail *no parking allowed at start line*
Schedule - Saturday *no race day registration*
7AM to 8AM Packet Pickup
8AM - 5K starts
8:30AM - Award Ceremony
Ruck Info:
Rucking is simply walking with a weighted backpack or vest to make your walk a tougher. For this race, ruckers must ruck with 20 lbs for those under 150 lbs and 30 lbs for those over 150 lbs. Vest or backpacks are allowed.
WHAT YOU GET
RACE SWAG/AWARDS:
- Longview 5K Tee Shirt (Order by January 10th to guarantee a shirt and/or shirt size)
- Longview 5K Finisher Medal
- Longview 5K RUCK Patch for Ruckers
5K Run/Walk Prizes & Awards
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place awards M & F (1st $200, 2nd $100, 3rd $50)
- 1st Place age group awards (12 & Under, 1319, 2029, 3039, 4049, 5059, and 60+) M&F
- Dead Last award
5K Ruck Prizes & Awards
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place awards M & F (1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd $20)
- Dead Last award
RACE EXPERIENCE:
- Chip Timing
- Awesome Swag
- Photography
- Vendors/Food Trucks
- Party Atmosphere
- Aid Station Food & Hydration
- Police Support/Road Closures
- Fully Marked/Supported Course
- Friendly & Encouraging Race Event/Volunteers
SPONSORS
* ORR GMC LONGVIEW (http://orrlongview.com/) [http://orrlongview.com/%29]
Want to sponsor? Email [email protected]
Races
-
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Tee Shirt
Sat 24th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$16.90
-
5K Ruck
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th January 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$16.90
Rucking is simply walking with a weighted backpack or vest to make your walk a tougher. For this race, ruckers must ruck with 20 lbs for those under 150 lbs and 30 lbs for those over 150 lbs. Vest or backpacks are allowed.
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1016 McCann Rd, Longview, 75601, TX, United States
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