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Race details 5K
The Best 5K on the Brazos
- Date
- Saturday, May 22, 2027
- Location
- Indian Spring Park, Waco, TX, 76708
May 22 Saturday, 2027
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When and where is The Best 5K on the Brazos?
The Best 5K on the Brazos is on Saturday, May 22, 2027 in Waco, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: 5K. The current entry fee is $40 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes May 22, 2027.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5K | May 22, 2027, 7:00 AM | $40.00 until Apr 25, 2027 | Opens Nov 4, 2026 · Closes May 22, 2027 |
| Volunteer | — | May 22, 2027, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until May 8, 2027 | Opens Nov 4, 2026 · Closes May 8, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About The Best 5K on the Brazos
The racecourse for the Best 5K on the Brazos is a flat and scenic course that runs along the Brazos River from Indian Spring Park.
Take this opportunity to possibly set a personal record for the 5K.
This is the target race for the Waco Women's Training Program. So, please come out and support them as this will be the first 5K race for many of them.
The 5K awards will include medals for the top overall male and female and for the first 3 male and female finishers in 5 yr. age categories from 14 and under to 70 and over.
Note: Dogs are not allowed on the course for insurance and safety reasons.
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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