Paloween Hustle 5k/10k and 1-Mile Family Fun Run in Honor of Samantha Tapia 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $55 on Oct 17, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Oct 17, 20268:00 AM | $50$55 after Oct 17, 2026 | – |
| 1-Mile Run | 1 Mile | Oct 17, 20268:00 AM | $20$25 after Oct 17, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 17, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Oct 17, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $55 on Oct 17, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K: $50 until Oct 17, then $55 until Oct 17.
- 1-Mile Run: $20 until Oct 17, then $25 until Oct 17.
- 5K: $40 until Oct 17, then $45 until Oct 17.
Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $50, entry is about 16 percent above a typical 10K in Texas, which costs $43 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in San Antonio runs 1:07:59, about 10:56 a mile, based on 20 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:11:17 and men in 1:00:51.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:35 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 610 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Palo Alto College Campus Student Lot 3, San Antonio, TX 78224
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 17 the day usually runs from 66°F at dawn to 87°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 56°F and hot years reach 92°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
- Palo Alto College Campus Student Lot 3, San Antonio, TX 78224Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 610 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026), 2025 (Oct 18, 2025), 2024 (Oct 19, 2024), 2023 (Oct 21, 2023), 2022 (Oct 22, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Paloween Hustle 5k/10k and 1-Mile Family Fun Run in Honor of Samantha Tapia?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $55 on Oct 17, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Texas?
- At $50, entry is about 16 percent above a typical 10K in Texas, which costs $43 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K.
- Where does it start?
- Palo Alto College Campus Student Lot 3, San Antonio, TX 78224.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Plotaroute; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
4th annual Paloween Hustle in honor of Samantha Tapia. Samantha was a young, vibrant Palo Alto College athlete who had a passion for running. Thank you for supporting the endowment fund in memory of Samantha Tapia.
Packet Pick-up:
Friday, October 16 from 4pm - 8pm (Performing Arts Building). See link below for map:
https://iaapweb.com/results/25/palo.pdf
Race Route (double loop):
5K - 1 Loop
10K - 2 Loops
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3074878
Event Fees: No refunds
1-Mile Walk - $20
5K - $40.00
10K - $50.00
Race Day Fees: No refunds
1-Mile Walk - $20
5K - $45.00
10K - $55.00
T-Shirts:
Sizes are first come first serve (may very based on availability)
Donations: