The Honor Connor 5k

MAY

16

2026

Join the community for The Honor Connor Run in North Richland Hills. Choose from a scenic 5k or a fast 1-mile loop, with proceeds supporting drowning prevention. This USATF-sanctioned event celebrates a life and promotes water safety.

Sat 16 May 2026

North Richland Hills, Texas

Registration

5 kilometers

Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.

Event Overview

The Honor Connor 5k & Smile Mile takes place in North Richland Hills, Texas, on May 16, 2026. The event features multiple race distances: a 5k, a Smile Mile (1 mile), and a Virtual Runner option.

Race Details

The 5k route is described as a scenic course that winds through the trails of Hometown, passing around a lake and near local homes. The Smile Mile is a 1 mile route that forms a fast loop around Birdville High School.

Event Context

This event is a USATF-sanctioned race. It is organized to celebrate the life of Connor Kelly Gage, a 15-year-old who died in a lake drowning in 2012. The event typically attracts over 1000 participants. Proceeds benefit The LV Project, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to drowning prevention and water safety education.

Location

All in-person events are based at the Birdville FAAC (Fine Arts & Athletics Complex), located at 9200 Mid Cities Blvd in North Richland Hills. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

Smile Mile (1 Mile)

Virtual Runner