Pace Bend 5K/10K + Kids K Run for Readers
- Date Sun 8th June 2025
- Time 4:30PM CDT
- Location Spicewood, Texas
- Price $10.54 - $22.19
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1km
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Pace Bend 5K/10K + Kids K Run for Readers on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the picturesque Pace Bend Park in Spicewood, Travis County. This exciting event kicks off at 4:00 PM, offering participants a chance to run or walk along a scenic lakeside course with stunning views of Lake Travis, gentle hills, and open skies. The event features a 5K and 10K race, perfect for both beginners and seasoned runners, alongside a special Kids K for children ages 3-10, where parents are welcome to join the fun!
What makes this event truly special is its commitment to supporting literacy in Central Texas. By participating, you will help fund vital reading programs through Education Connection, ensuring that local elementary students can read at grade level by the end of third grade. With 100% of net proceeds going directly to this worthy cause, every step you take contributes to building a brighter future for children in our community. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with race shirts, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments. Sign up now, and be part of a movement that values education and empowers young readers!
What makes this event truly special is its commitment to supporting literacy in Central Texas. By participating, you will help fund vital reading programs through Education Connection, ensuring that local elementary students can read at grade level by the end of third grade. With 100% of net proceeds going directly to this worthy cause, every step you take contributes to building a brighter future for children in our community. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with race shirts, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments. Sign up now, and be part of a movement that values education and empowers young readers!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DATES:
This is a series of 5K/10K + Kids K Run for Readers
The first event is scheduled for Sunday, June 8, 2025
START TIME: 4:00 PM 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Pace Bend Park
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RUN WITH PURPOSE: SUPPORT LITERACY IN CENTRAL TEXAS
We're proud to partner with Education Connection [https://www.education-connection.org] a nonprofit dedicated to helping Central Texas elementary students read on grade level by the end of 3rd grade.
100% OF NET PROCEEDS from this race after event expenses go directly to Education Connection to support volunteer reading programs in public schools across our region.
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WHY IT MATTERS
Reading proficiency by 3rd grade is one of the strongest indicators of lifelong academic success. Education Connection trains and supports volunteers to read one-on-one with students in need building confidence and setting them up for a brighter future.
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EVERY STEP SUPPORTS A READER
* Run or walk to support literacy in your community
* 100% of net proceeds benefit Education Connection
* Optional add-on: Sponsor a Reader with your registration
YOURE NOT JUST SIGNING UP FOR A RACE YOURE HELPING A CHILD LEARN TO READ.
This event proudly supports EDUCATION CONNECTION [https://www.education-connection.org], a Central Texas nonprofit helping public school students read by the end of 3rd grade.
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SCENIC LAKESIDE COURSE
Run or walk along Pace Bend Park's (Kate and Johnson's Cove), with views of Lake Travis, winding hills, and open skies. It's a peaceful, low-traffic course with natural beauty and gentle elevation changes.
* 5K: Beginner-friendly scenic loop
* 10K: Double the challenge, double the views
* KIDS K: For children ages 310 (guardian may accompany)
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WHATS INCLUDED
* Supports Education Connection literacy programs
* Race shirt for all child participants
* Finisher medal for all 5K, 10K, and finisher ribbon for Kids K runners
* Free race-day photos
* Post-race refreshments at the finish line
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN
This race is designed for all ages and fitness levels. Parents are welcome to run or walk with their children during the Kids K. Leashed dogs are allowed on the course.
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READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Register now and join us for a fun, scenic, and purpose-driven race at Pace Bend Park. Help us support literacy in Central Texas one mile at a time.
100% OF NET PROCEEDS after race costs go directly to fund local volunteer reading programs.
_You're not just running you're helping a child become a lifelong learner._
_Every mile matters. Every child deserves the chance to read._
This is a series of 5K/10K + Kids K Run for Readers
The first event is scheduled for Sunday, June 8, 2025
START TIME: 4:00 PM 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Pace Bend Park
-------------------------
RUN WITH PURPOSE: SUPPORT LITERACY IN CENTRAL TEXAS
We're proud to partner with Education Connection [https://www.education-connection.org] a nonprofit dedicated to helping Central Texas elementary students read on grade level by the end of 3rd grade.
100% OF NET PROCEEDS from this race after event expenses go directly to Education Connection to support volunteer reading programs in public schools across our region.
-------------------------
WHY IT MATTERS
Reading proficiency by 3rd grade is one of the strongest indicators of lifelong academic success. Education Connection trains and supports volunteers to read one-on-one with students in need building confidence and setting them up for a brighter future.
-------------------------
EVERY STEP SUPPORTS A READER
* Run or walk to support literacy in your community
* 100% of net proceeds benefit Education Connection
* Optional add-on: Sponsor a Reader with your registration
YOURE NOT JUST SIGNING UP FOR A RACE YOURE HELPING A CHILD LEARN TO READ.
This event proudly supports EDUCATION CONNECTION [https://www.education-connection.org], a Central Texas nonprofit helping public school students read by the end of 3rd grade.
-------------------------
SCENIC LAKESIDE COURSE
Run or walk along Pace Bend Park's (Kate and Johnson's Cove), with views of Lake Travis, winding hills, and open skies. It's a peaceful, low-traffic course with natural beauty and gentle elevation changes.
* 5K: Beginner-friendly scenic loop
* 10K: Double the challenge, double the views
* KIDS K: For children ages 310 (guardian may accompany)
-------------------------
WHATS INCLUDED
* Supports Education Connection literacy programs
* Race shirt for all child participants
* Finisher medal for all 5K, 10K, and finisher ribbon for Kids K runners
* Free race-day photos
* Post-race refreshments at the finish line
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN
This race is designed for all ages and fitness levels. Parents are welcome to run or walk with their children during the Kids K. Leashed dogs are allowed on the course.
-------------------------
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Register now and join us for a fun, scenic, and purpose-driven race at Pace Bend Park. Help us support literacy in Central Texas one mile at a time.
100% OF NET PROCEEDS after race costs go directly to fund local volunteer reading programs.
_You're not just running you're helping a child become a lifelong learner._
_Every mile matters. Every child deserves the chance to read._
Pace Bend 5K/10K + Kids K Run for Readers
