The Fools Run 10K
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The Fools Run 5K & 10K, South Padre Island
The event takes place at Margaritaville Beach Resort on South Padre Island and includes beach start and finish points for multiple distances. A portion of proceeds will benefit Friends of Animal Rescue, a 501(c)(3) organization that reunites lost pets, places unclaimed animals, provides veterinary care, and runs a trap and release program.
Distances:
- 10K: Chip timed; starts and ends on the beach at Margaritaville.
- 5K: Participation walk that starts and ends on the beach at Margaritaville.
- 10K Students/Military: ID required for student and military entries.
- 5K Students/Military: ID required for student and military entries.
- Kids 1 mile: For ages 10 and under; starts and ends on the beach.
Hydration stations are provided on site at Margaritaville and at halfway points on the beach course. Male and female restrooms will remain open throughout the hotel for participants. Valet parking is available for purchase and limited complimentary lot parking is on site.
Awards and presentation details list overall first male and female winners, first through third place in age divisions for the 10K, and finisher medals while supplies last. A costume contest and prizes for best costume are included. T shirt availability requires registration by March 6, 2026. All registrations are non refundable and the event will continue rain or shine.
Packet pickup and late registration are scheduled the day before, with evening music and event activities, and post event pool activities planned at the resort. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
