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The Best 5K on the Brazos

Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location
Waco, TX
Indian Spring Park, 76708
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

A scenic 5K along the Brazos River, perfect for a personal record and supporting new runners from the Waco Women's Training Program.

  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly

Join The Best 5K on the Brazos for a welcoming run along the scenic Brazos River in Waco, TX. This flat course offers a wonderful opportunity to pursue a personal best. The event proudly supports the Waco Women's Training Program, providing a supportive environment for many participants completing their first 5K. Awards will be presented to top overall finishers and age group placers.

What to expect

  • Run a flat, scenic course alongside the Brazos River.
  • Support participants from the Waco Women's Training Program in their first 5K.
  • Compete for awards given to overall and age group winners.

Standout details

  • Flat and scenic course along the Brazos River
  • Opportunity to set a personal record
  • Supports Waco Women's Training Program
  • Awards for overall and age group finishers

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM CDT · From $38.10

    Opens Nov 23, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 19, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 5K

    Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM CDT · From $38.10

    Opens Nov 23, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes May 16, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

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 65 and over.

Note: Dogs are not allowed on the course for insurance and safety reasons.

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