Monsters in My Mind 5K
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Monsters In My Mind 5K
Monsters In My Mind 5K is the second event in the Mind Space Running Series, a set of community races centered on mental health awareness. The event is scheduled for October 10, 2026, with location listed as TBA in McAllen, Texas.
The evening program combines running and community features, including music, themed elements, an interactive photo area, local vendor booths, and a nighttime atmosphere. Event services include chip timing with live results, finisher medals, official race shirts, a hydration station, free race photos, and a start/finish inflatable arch.
Distances offered:
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Registration options list fees for different entries: a 5K with shirt, a 5K without a shirt, a 1 mile run/walk, and vendor booth space. The deadline to request a race shirt is September 19, 2026; shirts requested after that date are not guaranteed.
Packet pickup is scheduled the day before the race at Valley Running, 1701 Dove Ave W, Suite J, McAllen, TX 78504. Awards include top male overall and top female overall plus age-group awards for 12 and under, 13 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 plus.
The event frames movement as part of mental health reflection and community support, emphasizing acknowledgement of inner struggles and shared participation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
