Boot Run 5K - RGVLS Champs for Champions
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Event overview
The Boot Run 5K - RGVLS Champs for Champions takes place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in Mercedes, Texas (1000 N. Texas Ave, 78570). The event program includes three runs and a race map is provided by the organizer. Participants are allowed to run or walk in the timed races.
- 5K Boot Run
- 1K Kicks Run
- 1K Bull Run FUN RUN
Registration, divisions and awards
Entry fees listed are $25 for the Boot Run and $15 for each 1K event. Key registration dates include registration opening on Dec 1, early bird closing Dec 31, regular registration closing Jan 31, late registration closing Feb 15, race week registration closing Feb 19, a packet pick date on Feb 20 for pre-registered participants, and onsite late registration on Feb 21.
The Boot Run is open to ages 11 to 110. The Kicks Run is open to ages 10 and under. The Bull Run FUN RUN is open to ages 100 and under and has no gender or age divisions.
Age divisions for the timed Boot Run and Kicks Run are: 10 & under (1K only), 11-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+. Boot Run and Kicks Run awards include finisher medals and first through third place in each division. The Bull Run has no timing or separate division awards; a prize is awarded for the best pair of boots. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
