REAL LIFE 5k/10k 2026

The Real Life 5K/10K

Experience a one-of-a-kind race at Retama Park — one of only four live horse racing tracks in Texas — where you’ll run (or walk) the same turf course as the horses.

Race Experience

**THIS YEAR'S RACE IS 100% SOLD OUT**

(There will be NO Race Day registration available)

• Certified 5K & 10K courses (10k is two loops of the 5k course)
• Professional chip timing by IAAP
• Performance running hat for all fundraisers*
• Live announcements by Gladys Ornelas
• 5-year age group awards (by gender) for competitive divisions
• Custom finisher medals for all finishers
• Post-race party featuring DJ Paul
• See FAQs for detailed terrain information (turf track surface).

*Runners MUST donate $25 or more in order to receive reward

Packet Pickup

• Option 1 - Early Pickup - Friday 9/11/2026: From 3:45pm - 7:00pm
  
  • Real Life Center (Home of Real Life Community Outreach)
    16765 Lookout Road, Selma, TX 78154
  • Early Packet Pickup is Highly Encouraged!

• Race Day – Saturday 9/12/2026: Beginning at 5:00 PM

  • Real Life Center (Home of Real Life Community Outreach)
  • 16765 Lookout Road, Selma, TX 78154
  • NOTE: This year's race is 100% SOLD OUT - There will be NO Race Day registration available

Please note: No strollers or dogs allowed in the race.

Race Contact

For questions, please contact Race Director:
Agatha McRill – rd@reallife.org