2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Victoria, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $40 · goes up to $90 on Oct 5, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon | Other | Oct 10, 20267:30 AM | $85$90 after Oct 5, 2026 | 100 |
| 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon Relay | Relay | Oct 10, 20267:30 AM | $110$120 after Oct 5, 2026 | 25 |
| 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer 5K | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Oct 5, 2026 | 700 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Other fee goes up to $90 on Oct 5, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon: $85 until Oct 5, then $90 until Oct 9.
- 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon Relay: $110 until Oct 5, then $120 until Oct 9.
- 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer 5K: $40 until Oct 5, then $45 until Oct 9.
Online registration closes Oct 9, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Texas, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Victoria runs 35:32, about 11:26 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:59 and men in 30:55.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:24 AM, and the 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 100 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
214 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX 77901
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 69°F at dawn to 88°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 63°F and hot years reach 93°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 214 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX 77901Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 100 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, Relay, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025), 2024 (Oct 12, 2024), 2023 (Oct 21, 2023)
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Quick answers
- When is 2026 Citizens Run Against Cancer Half Marathon & 5K?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees, and rises to $90 on Oct 5, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 9, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Texas?
- At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Texas, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Relay, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 214 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX 77901.
From the organizers
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, Citizens Medical Center will host the10th Annual Citizens Run Against Cancer Half-Marathon and 5K in Victoria, Texas! All proceeds from this event benefit local patients who are battling cancer.
As the proud home of the Kathryn O’Connor Regional Cancer Center, Citizens Medical Center cares for a large population of the region’s cancer patients with a comprehensive cancer program, expert physicians, a compassionate, knowledgeable staff, and advanced screening and treatment technology.
Since its inception in 2017, more than $150,000 has been raised to benefit local cancer patients through the Citizens Run Against Cancer. By registering for and/or sponsoring this event, you are truly making a difference in the lives of local cancer patients.
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