McAllen Marathon Jr. Series Races
DATES: FEB. 28TH | MAY 2ND | OCT. 10TH | NOV. 7TH | DEC. 19TH
Location: Las Palmas Community Center – 1921 N 25th St, McAllen, TX 78501
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Registration Fee: $25.00
Perks: Shirt, Medal and bib provided to all registered participants and Photo ops, activities, fun, games, and music for all.
Race Description:
Get ready to shine at the Tiny 2K Glow Run, where little runners light up the night! This fun-filled, family-friendly 2K is designed for kids and their grown-ups to run, walk, and glow together. With neon lights, glowing decorations, and upbeat music, every step feels like a celebration.
Participants will glow from start to finish with exciting and glowing finish-line experience. Whether it’s your child’s first race or their favorite event of the year, the Tiny 2K Glow Run is all about movement, smiles, and unforgettable memories. Lace up, light up, and let the fun glow!
Location: Lark Community Center – 2601 Lark Ave, McAllen, TX 78504
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Registration Fee: $25.00
Packet Pickup: Lark Community Center
Early packet pickup will be on Friday May 1st, 2026 5pm-6pm
Day of packet pickup will be at 8:00am Run will start at 8am
Perks: Exclusive event T-shirt, race bib, medal, glow sticks, music and family fun activities
Race Description: Get ready to stomp, roar, and race at the Dino 2K Dash! This prehistoric-themed fun run is perfect for participants of all ages and is designed as a family-friendly event everyone can enjoy.
Families are encouraged to join the fun by dressing up in their favorite dinosaur or park ranger costumes and fully immerse themselves in this exciting event. Enjoy a day filled with dino-themed activities, interactive yard games, music, and designated photo-op areas to capture memories of your prehistoric adventure. Whether you’re racing like a T-Rex or cheering on your little dinosaurs, this event promises big fun and even bigger smiles.
Don’t miss out—register today and be part of this dino-mite family celebration!
Location: Westside Multi-Purpose Fields – 1000 S. Ware Rd. McAllen TX 78501
Time: 6:30pm
Registration Fee: $25.00
Perks: Medal, Exclusive shirt, Race Bib and loads of fun that can be experienced at the Halloween Festival grounds.
Race Description: Get ready to run, scream, and SWEET your way through the Tricks & Treats 2K! This spooktacularly fun run is packed with candy stations, spooky-silly scenes, and playful surprises around every turn—perfect for little monsters and grown-up ghouls alike. Dash across the finish line and step straight into a Halloween festival bursting with rides, games, activities, festive food, upbeat music, and LOADS of CANDY. With creepy-cool photo ops and crowds of friendly monsters, witches, ghosts, and ghouls, this is more than a race—it’s a fang-tastic Halloween celebration you won’t want to miss!
Location: Town Lake at Firemen’s Park – 201 N 1st St., McAllen TX 78501
Time: 8:15am – 10:30am
Registration Fee: $25.00
Packet Pickup: Nov. 4th at Firemen’s Park Pavillion from 4:00pm – 7:00pm. Packet Pickup will also be avaliable the day of the event Nov. 7th starting at 6:30am – 8:00am
Perks: All Participants will recieve a Medal, Bib, and exclusive event shirt. We will have Music, Activities, photo ops, games, and refreshments for all to enjoy.
Race Description: Get ready to gobble, giggle, and go! The Turkey Trot 2K is a short, festive run packed with big fun for all ages. Dash (or stroll!) through a beutiful course, then stick around for exciting activities, tasty refreshments, and unforgettable photo ops that capture the spirit of the season. From start to finish, this family-friendly event is all about fun, fitness, and festive vibes—so bring your best turkey strut and celebrate with us in style!
