Purple Heart - Kilgore
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Event details
The Purple Heart takes place on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Creekside Trail in Kilgore, Texas (75662). The event offers multiple distance options and a virtual entry. Registration deadlines and pricing vary by event; price increases after March 31, 2026 for several distances and some events close registration on August 9, 2026.
Distances
- Kid's Dash
- Half-Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- 1 Mile
- Virtual Option
What registration includes
Registered participants in the 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon and 1 Mile receive an event-themed participation t-shirt and a finisher medal. T-shirt sizes are guaranteed only for registrations completed by July 25. Age group awards and eligibility apply to the 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon only; age groups are awarded four deep across standard male and female divisions from 0-4 through 80+. Overall and masters divisions also receive overall medals. Awards are distributed at the event and will not be shipped.
Additional notes
The Kid's Dash is free and described as a short 100–200 meter sprint; participants may purchase a t-shirt or finisher medal as add-ons. The 1 Mile is a new, untimed option with finisher medals and shirts but no age group awards. A virtual option includes shipped shirt and medal the week of the race. The organizer supports charities and allocates portions of profits and donations to selected causes. Volunteers receive a code for a free future race entry as a thank you. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
