Pink October - Tyler, TX
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Event overview
Pink October is scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Tyler, Texas. The event offers multiple participation options: a free Kid's Dash, a 5K, a 1 Mile untimed option, and a Virtual Option. The Kid's Dash is a short 100–200 meter sprint held before the main race. The virtual option includes shipped race items.
Distances
- Kid's Dash (100–200 m)
- 5K
- 1 Mile
- Virtual Option
Registration and included items
Registration fees listed in the event information are: Kid's Dash free, 5K $30, 1 Mile $15, and Virtual Option $40. The 5K and 1 Mile entries include an event-themed participation t-shirt and a custom finisher medal. The 5K is eligible for age group awards. The organizer notes that registering early helps guarantee t-shirt size. Some prices increase after March 31, 2026, and some events show registration closing on October 4, 2026.
Awards, volunteer info, and charity
Age groups for the 5K are awarded four deep in male and female divisions from 0-4 up to 80+. Awards are also planned for overall winners, masters (40+), and grand masters (60+). Awards are distributed at the event and will not be shipped. A volunteer program is offered with codes for free race entries. The event supports breast cancer research and lists the Breast Cancer Research Foundation among charities mentioned.
Location
Place: Rose Rudman Park, 450 Shiloh Rd., Tyler, TX 75703. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.