Harlon Block 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 6:30 PM CDT
- Location
- Weslaco, TX
- 1020 W. 18th Street, 78596
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Who it's for
- Family Friendly
- Military & First Responders
- Walkers Welcome
Family Friendly
Military & First Responders
Walkers WelcomeGreat for: walkers, families
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Awards
- Chip Timed
After-Party
Awards
Chip TimedFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
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Distances & registration
5 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 6:35 PM CDT · From $16.90
Opens Jan 16, 2026, 5:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
- 5K
Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM CDT · From $32.80
Opens Jan 16, 2026, 5:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
- 5K
Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM CDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 17, 2026, 3:11 PM CST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
+ 2 more optionsHide
- 10K
Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM CDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 16, 2026, 5:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
- 10K
Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM CDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 17, 2026, 3:11 PM CST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
The course
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From the organizer
Join us in Weslaco, Texas, for a powerful community celebration honoring the life, service, and legacy of Harlon Block — a hometown hero and United States Marine whose courage helped define a moment in American history!
Harlon Block was raised in Weslaco, TX, and went on to serve his country with extraordinary bravery during World War II. He was one of the six U.S. Marines who raised the American flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima...an image that became one of the most iconic symbols of courage, unity, and sacrifice in our nation’s history! Harlon Block gave his life in service to his country, but his legacy continues to inspire generations!
The event will feature a 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile option, welcoming runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to participate. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or taking your first steps in a community run, every mile represents honor, remembrance, and pride! Additionally, a portion of the event proceeds will go toward the funding of the Harlon Block Memorial Statue ensuring that his story, sacrifice, and service are permanently honored in the community he called home.
This event is more than a race, it’s a community celebration! In addition to the running events, participants and spectators will be able to enjoy a vendor market, live music entertainment, and family friendly activities. It’s an opportunity for the entire community to come together in support, remembrance, and celebration running with purpose, celebrating a hero, and honoring courage one mile at a time!
EVENT FEATURES: -Age Group Awards! -Chip Timed with Male/Female age group awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in the 10K and 5K in the following age categories: 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65+ -Local vendor market! -Post-run celebration with live music entertainment by River Rock 7! -DISCOUNT FOR TEAMS OF 10+! Please email THEATHLETICCOLLECTIVELLC@GMAIL.COM and request the team registration form! -GUARANTEED T-SHIRT DEADLINE: NOON, 2/27/26.
-PARTICIPANTS MUST ABIDE BY ALL TRAFFIC LAWS.