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Home Alone 5K
- Date
- Friday, December 11, 2026
Dec 11 Friday, 2026
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When and where is Home Alone 5K?
Home Alone 5K is on Friday, December 11, 2026 in Pharr, Texas. The first event starts at 7:30 PM local time. Distances: 1 Mile and 5K. Current entry fees run $20 to $35 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 12, 2026.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mile run W/Shirt | 1 Miles | Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM | $25.00 until Nov 20, 2026 | Opens Aug 11, 2026 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| 1 mile run No Shirt | 1 Miles | Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM | $20.00 until Dec 11, 2026 | Opens Aug 11, 2026 · Closes Dec 12, 2026 |
| Virtual Pick up in person | 3.1 Miles | Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM | $25.00 until Dec 11, 2026 | Opens Aug 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 11, 2026 |
| Virtual Mailed Out | 3.1 Miles | Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM | $35.00 until Dec 11, 2026 | Opens Aug 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 11, 2026 |
| 5K W/Shirt | 3.1 Miles | Dec 11, 2026, 8:00 PM | $30.00 until Nov 20, 2026 | Opens Aug 11, 2026 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| 5k No Shirt | 3.1 Miles | Dec 11, 2026, 8:00 PM | $20.00 until Dec 11, 2026 | Opens Aug 11, 2026 · Closes Dec 12, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Home Alone 5K
🎄🏃♂️ True Love United Presents: The Home Alone 5K 🏃♀️🎁 Our Annual Christmas Run for a Cause This holiday season, let’s run for a reason! Join True Love United, as we unite to collect toys for underprivileged neighborhoods throughout the RGV.
📅 Date: Friday, December 11th 📍 Location: Pharr Hike & Bike Trail 🕢 1-Mile Fun Run: 7:30 PM 🕗 5K Run: 8:00 PM
🎁 Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate and help brighten a child’s Christmas! Come dressed in your favorite Christmas attire—or show off your best Home Alone spirit—for a festive evening of fun, fitness, and giving back. ❤️
✨ Run. Give. Unite. Together, we can make this season brighter for families across the RGV. #HomeAlone5K #TrueLoveUnited #AnnualRun #RunForACause #ToyDriveRun #RGVStrong
T-Shirt Deadline: November 20, 2026
5K
- $20 Bib (Chip Timed), Age group awards, Medal only (NO SHIRT)
- $25 Bib (Chip Timed), Age group awards, Medal and Shirt
1 Mile Fun Run:
- $20 Finisher Medal, Bib, No Shirt, No Age Group Awards
- $25 Finisher Medal, Bib, Shirt, No Age Group Awards
Virtual Option:
- $25 Virtual Pick Up, Finisher Medal, Custom Shirt (if registered before deadline)
- $35 Virtual Mail out, Finisher Medal, Custom Shirt (if registered before deadline)
Packet Pick Up Information:
Blessings Homestore - 901 north Raul Longoria San Juan Texas
- December 9th and 10th
- 12-6pm
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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