The Best 5K on the Brazos
When is The Best 5K on the Brazos?
The Best 5K on the Brazos takes place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Waco, TX.
What distances does The Best 5K on the Brazos offer?
The Best 5K on the Brazos offers 2 events: 5K Run, Virtual 5K Run.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K Run | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
How much does The Best 5K on the Brazos cost?
Registration for The Best 5K on the Brazos starts at $35.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is The Best 5K on the Brazos held?
The Best 5K on the Brazos is held in Waco, TX at Indian Spring Park.
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 65 and over.
Note: Dogs are not allowed on the course for insurance and safety reasons.
Course Map
TBD
Manage Your Registration
T-Shirt
All registered runners will receive a T-shirt.
Note: T-shirt sizes will be guaranteed for all registrants who sign up by Monday, May 4, 2026. After that date, T-shirt sizes will be given on a first come first serve basis until we run out of shirts.
Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration
All athletes must have a race bib to run the event.
Your race bib and t-shirt are given out at packet pickup. You may pick up multiple packets for friends and family.
Early Packet Pick Up
Location: Waco Running Company, 700 Franklin Ave., Waco, TX
Date: Friday May 15, 2026
Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Race Day Packet Pick Up
Location: Indian Spring Park, Waco, TX
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 7:00am - 7:45am
Race Day Schedule
- 7:00 - 7:45 am Late registration and packet pick-up
- 8:00 am 5K Run Start
- 9:00 am Awards Presentation