The Gift of Life 5k/10k for Transplants for Children

Sunday, April 23, 2023 Past event
10:00 AM CDT
San Antonio, Texas
$43.40–$48.70 · 2 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for a heartwarming and uplifting experience at the Gift of Life 5K/10K, taking place on Sunday, April 23, 2023, in beautiful San Antonio, Texas! This inspiring event invites participants to run or walk in honor of a child’s second chance at life, with a fast and flat out-and-back course that begins and ends at the scenic Lady Bird Johnson Park. Runners of all levels are welcome to join this celebration, with chip timing and two water stations along the route to keep you refreshed.

Start your day with the National Anthem at 8:55 AM, followed by the 10K and 5K races at 9:00 AM. Finish strong and enjoy delicious mini tacos, snacks, and drinks at the Finish Line. Participants who register before April 10th will receive a custom T-shirt and medal, with special awards for the top male and female finishers in both race distances. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to support Transplants for Children and honor these brave kids. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable day on April 23rd!

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Races

  • 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:00 AM CDT

    $43.40

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  • 10k Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:00 AM CDT

    $48.70

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Organiser's description

RUN: NOT TO WIN, BUT TO HONOR A CHILD'S SECOND CHANCE AT LIFE.

Participants will have the option of running/walking in honor of a TFC child.

The race will be held on Sunday, April 23, 2023!

Runners can expect a fast and flat, out and back course, beginning and ending at the Lady Bird Johnson Park https://www.sanantonio.gov/ParksAndRec/Parks-Facilities/All-Parks-Facilities/Parks-Facilities-Details/ArtMID/14820/ArticleID/2607/Lady-Bird-Johnson-Park in San Antonio, Texas.

All runners will be chip-timed.

You'll have 2 water stations on course. Mini tacos, snacks, and drinks will be available at the Finish Line.

Each runner who registers BEFORE April 10th will receive a custom T-shirt and medal. Special medals will be given for first place male and female in both race distances.

PLEASE REGISTER BEFORE THE T-SHIRT CUTOFF DATE OF APRIL 10TH TO GUARANTEE A SHIRT.

RACE DAY ITINERARY:

8:55am - National Anthem

9:00am - 10K Race Start

9:00am - 5K Race Start

12:00pm - Cutoff for all distances

PACKET PICKUP:

Tuesday & Wednesday, April 18th-19th, 2023, from 11am-3pm: Transplants for Children, 11107 Wurzbach Road #201, San Antonio, Texas 78230

Thursday, April 20th, 2023, from 11am-3pm: Transplants for Children, 11107 Wurzbach Road #201, San Antonio, Texas 78230

Race Day Morning, Sunday, April 23rd, 2023, from 7am-9am: Lady Bird Johnson Park, 10700 Nacogdoches, San Antonio, TX 78217

Join us for a fun day to honor our beloved TFC children!

Location

10700 Nacogdoches-Lady Bird Johnson Park, San Antonio, 78217, TX, United States

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