Purple Stride 5K

PURPLE STRIDE 5K

RUNNING FOR HOPE. STRIDING FOR A CAUSE.
Saturday, November 7, 2026

Tres Lagos | 4900 Tres Lagos Blvd, McAllen, Texas

A Morning That Matters
Join Hot Moms Run Club RGV & Moms In Motion for the inaugural Purple Stride 5K, a community race benefiting epilepsy awareness during National Epilepsy Awareness Month.
Created in honor of Eliam and his family who are navigating life with Dravet syndrome, Purple Stride brings together runners, walkers, families, and local businesses to celebrate resilience, raise awareness, and support children and families affected by epilepsy.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply walking alongside loved ones, every step helps spread hope.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Location: 4900 Tres Lagos Blvd, McAllen, Texas
5K Start: 8:00 a.m.
Arrival Time: 7:30 a.m.

Please arrive early for parking, warm-up, and pre-race announcements.

REGISTRATION
5K: $30 | 1 MILE: $15
5K Registration Includes:
Official Race Shirt
Custom Finisher Medal
Chip Timing & Live Results
Finish Line Celebration
Race Shirt Deadline: October 17, 2026
Participants registering after this date will receive shirts while supplies last.

PACKET PICKUP
Valley Running Co.
1701 Dove Ave W J, McAllen, TX 78504

Friday, November 6, 2026
3 PM – 7:00 PM

Your 5K packet includes:
• Race Bib
• Official Event Shirt
• Participant Information

RACE EXPERIENCE
Every 5K registration includes access to a memorable race morning featuring:
Premium Finisher Medal
Soft-Style Official Race Shirt
Professionally Chip Timed Results
Live Music
Finish Line Celebration
Community Wellness Vendors
Family-Friendly Atmosphere

AWARDS
Top 3 Overall Non-Binary
Top Overall Male
Top Overall Female
Age Group Awards
13 & Under
14–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70+
Top 3 Male and Female finishers in each division will receive an award.

MORE THAN A RACE
Purple Stride was created to honor children and families navigating epilepsy every single day.
For Eliam and thousands of others living with Dravet syndrome and epilepsy, every seizure tells a story of resilience, courage, and unwavering hope.
By participating, you’re helping build awareness, strengthen our community, and supporting a local family.
Because every child deserves a future filled with possibility.

TOGETHER WE STRIDE.