Sy-5K (Mineola, TX)
- Date Sat 10th January 2026
- Time 7:45AM CST
- Location Mineola, Texas
- Price $13.33 - $36.31
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your 2026 racing season at the Sy-5K in Mineola, Texas, on Saturday, January 10th! This exciting event celebrates National Science Fiction Month with a fun and family-friendly atmosphere that promises to be a blast for runners of all ages. Participants can tackle the main 5K race to earn a fantastic UFO Spinner Medal, while those placing in the top three of their age groups will receive an additional medal to commemorate their achievement.
For the younger crowd, the Kid's Dash offers a delightful 100-200 meter sprint, allowing little ones to join in the fun without the pressure of a longer distance. Each dasher will receive a participation shirt and has the option to add a finisher medal to their registration. With age group awards for a wide range of divisions and special trophies for overall winners and masters, this event is all about celebrating athleticism and community spirit. Don't miss out on this thrilling day filled with competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories in Mineola!
For the younger crowd, the Kid's Dash offers a delightful 100-200 meter sprint, allowing little ones to join in the fun without the pressure of a longer distance. Each dasher will receive a participation shirt and has the option to add a finisher medal to their registration. With age group awards for a wide range of divisions and special trophies for overall winners and masters, this event is all about celebrating athleticism and community spirit. Don't miss out on this thrilling day filled with competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories in Mineola!
Organiser's Description
Join us in celebrating _NATIONAL SCIENCE FICTION MONTH_!! Kick start your 2026 Racing Season with our fun, family-friendly 5K and earn a HUGE UFO SPINNER MEDAL! If you place top three in you age group, you'll win an _ADDITIONAL MEDAL_!
If your littles are excited to join in the experience, but aren't quite ready to tackle a full 5K, we highly recommend on _KID'S DASH_! This is a short 100-200 meter sprint prior to the start of the race to give our little ones the opportunity to experience the racing environment without the pressure of a seemingly long, endless course. Dashers receive participation shirts, and will have the option to add finisher medal to their registration.
Registration Includes:
- Event-themed participation t-shirt (_T-SHIRT CUTOFF IS 12/27_)
- HUGE UFO SPINNER MEDAL (_5K ONLY_)
- Eligibility for Age Group Awards (_5K ONLY_)
Age groups will be awarded 3 deep in the following divisions: M/F 0--9, M/F 10-14, M/F 15-19, M/F 20-29, M/F 30-39, M/F 40-49, M/F 50-59, M/F 60-69, M/F 70-79, M/F 80+. Our OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), and FEMALE MASTERS (40+) will not only receive their gold medals, but will also win a _CUSTOM EVENT-THEMED TROPHY_!
**AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIPUTED AT THE EVENT. WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON YOUR RESULTS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE EVENT.**
If your littles are excited to join in the experience, but aren't quite ready to tackle a full 5K, we highly recommend on _KID'S DASH_! This is a short 100-200 meter sprint prior to the start of the race to give our little ones the opportunity to experience the racing environment without the pressure of a seemingly long, endless course. Dashers receive participation shirts, and will have the option to add finisher medal to their registration.
Registration Includes:
- Event-themed participation t-shirt (_T-SHIRT CUTOFF IS 12/27_)
- HUGE UFO SPINNER MEDAL (_5K ONLY_)
- Eligibility for Age Group Awards (_5K ONLY_)
Age groups will be awarded 3 deep in the following divisions: M/F 0--9, M/F 10-14, M/F 15-19, M/F 20-29, M/F 30-39, M/F 40-49, M/F 50-59, M/F 60-69, M/F 70-79, M/F 80+. Our OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), and FEMALE MASTERS (40+) will not only receive their gold medals, but will also win a _CUSTOM EVENT-THEMED TROPHY_!
**AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIPUTED AT THE EVENT. WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON YOUR RESULTS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE EVENT.**
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Sy-5K (Mineola, TX)
