Harlon Block Half Marathon
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Harlon Block Half Marathon
The Harlon Block event on 11/08/2026 in Weslaco, Texas, honors Marine Harlon Block, who grew up in Weslaco and was one of six U.S. Marines who raised the American flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima. He was killed in service during World War II. A portion of event proceeds will fund a Harlon Block Memorial Statue in the community.
The event offers multiple distance options:
- 13.1 Miles half marathon
- 10 Miles road event
The program includes trophies for overall male and female finishers, age group awards, and chip timing. Age group awards are given for first, second, and third place in these categories: 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-64, and 65+. Overall winners are excluded from age group awards. Additional event features include presentation of the colors by MCL Detachment #1456, live music performances, a local vendor market, and a post-run celebration.
Registration opens 06/24/2026 and closes 09/27/2026. Standard registration fee is $65.00; a reduced fee of $55.00 is available for military and first responders. Important policies: a five hour time limit, no race morning packet pickup, forfeiture of packets not collected during packet pickup, no refunds and no transfers, and a participant t-shirt registration deadline of noon on 09/26/2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
