Surviving the Rip 10K Run/Walk
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Event overview
Surviving the Rip 5K & 10K Run/Walk will take place in Corpus Christi, Texas on April 11, 2026, at Water's Edge Park (ZIP 78418). The event raises funds and awareness for open water safety and rip current survival at beaches and lakes. The organizer reports that Nueces County had no rip-current fatalities in 2022 and 2023, and notes drownings in 2024 as a reminder of ongoing needs. Vendors will be on site and there will be prize giveaways.
Distances and categories
- 5 km
- 10 km
Categories listed include separate entries for adults and those 18 and under, plus a virtual 5K option.
Entry, fees and logistics
Early registration before March 1 includes a T-shirt. Fees before March 1 are $30 for adults and $25 for ages 5 to 17. After March 1 the fee is $40, and day-of-event registration is $45. A virtual 5K or 10K option is available for $30 and includes a mailed T-shirt and race bib. Packet pickup is listed as TBA.
Purpose and fundraising
Proceeds are designated for open water safety awareness, participation in community events, and face-to-face outreach. The event notes ongoing work to maintain safety programs and reduce rescues and fatalities.
Course note
A past review mentioned concerns about course measurement, reporting the 5K course as about 2.5 miles by GPS. The event has at least one published review and overall review score data. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
