Join us on October 11th, 2025, for the 13th Annual Paint the Parkway Pink Fun Run, proudly presented by the ThriveWell Cancer Foundation at the San Antonio Police Training Academy! It’s time to dust off those running shoes and don your best pink attire because we’re gearing up for another epic pink run! Whether you’re running the 5K, strolling the Chappy B one-mile walk, or cheering on the kids’ run, get ready for an experience like no other. Top male, female, first responder and survivor finishers in the 5K will be awarded prizes. Age group awards are coming back! Plus, all kids 10 and under who complete the 5K receive a special trophy! Don’t forget to rally your friends and create a team to compete for the Largest Group award. Can’t make it in person? No problem! We’re offering a virtual option for this race. In-town participants can pick up their race day packet at packet pick-up or request it via email at painttheparkway@gmail.com. Out-of-town participants will have their packet mailed directly to them. All virtual runners/walkers will receive a t-shirt and medal in a delightful goodie bag. Get ready to lace up, show your support, and make a difference at the 13th Annual Paint the Parkway Pink Fun Run. See you at the starting line!
Race Location:
San Antonio Police Training Academy – 12200 SE Loop 410 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78214
Events:
- 5K timed run
- Chappy B one mile fun walk/run (untimed)
- Kids’ fun run (ages 2-8)
- Virtual run/walk
Schedule of Events:
- Online registration closes October 8th, 2025 at 11:59 PM CDT.
- NOTE: Race day shirt is only guaranteed if registration is completed by October 1st at midnight.
- NOTE: Race day shirt is only guaranteed if registration is completed by October 1st at midnight.
- Packet pickup
- When: October 9th, 10 am to 4 pm
- Where: Community Bible Church, 2477 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78232.
- Registration will be available in person at packet pickup, but t-shirts are only guaranteed if registered by October 1st, 2025
- When: October 9th, 10 am to 4 pm
- Race Day events/times
- 7:30 – 8:30 am: Race day registration for all events and packet pick-up for online registration
- Registration will be available in person on race day, but t-shirts are only guaranteed if registered by October 1st.
- Please note that race day registration will close at 8:30 am promptly to prepare for the race
- 8:30 am: Kids’ run begins
- 8:45am: Opening Ceremony and Star Spangled Banner (please remove all ball caps and stand respectfully before the flag)
- 9:05 am (estimated): 5K race starts
- 9:15 am (estimated): Chappy B 1-mile walk start
- 10:00 am: Awards Ceremony
- 7:30 – 8:30 am: Race day registration for all events and packet pick-up for online registration
Entry Fees:
- 5K Run (timed):
- $40 if registered online by midnight, Wednesday, October 8th
- $45 if registered at packet pick-up on October 9th, or onsite on race day
- No registrations after 8:30 am on race day
- Chappy B one mile walk (untimed)
- $30 if registered online by midnight, Wednesday, October 8th
- $35 if registered at packet pick-up on Thursday, October 9th or onsite on race day
- No registrations after 8:30 am on race day
- Virtual Run/Walk
- $40 – registration closes midnight, Monday, October 6th
- In-town participants will be expected to get their race packet at packet pickup unless otherwise requested
- Out-of-town participants will be mailed their race packet – we will do our best to get you the goodie bag by October 14.
- Kids’ Fun Run (untimed): ages 2 to 8 years
- $10 registration online, at packet pickup, and race day until 8:30 am
- ***CANCER SURVIVORS ARE FREE***
- ***DISCOUNTED RATE FOR ANY FIRST RESPONDER***
Kids Fun Run:
- All finishers will receive a medal and a goodie bag.
- Age group breakdowns for Kids’ Fun Run
- 2-4 years
- 4-6 years
- 6-8 years
- If your child is 4 or 6 years of age, you may have him/her participate in either the younger group or the older group, according to your assessment.
Additional Information:
- Parking will be on Academy property. Parking assistance and signage will be provided for your ease of parking.
- Courses will be well marked and distance is confirmed.
- Strollers allowed. Runners and walkers with strollers must understand that no liability will be assumed by Paint the Parkway Pink, ThriveWell Cancer Foundation, the City of San Antonio, or the SAPD for accidents or injuries. Liability waivers will be signed by all participants during registration.
- Dogs are NOT allowed on Academy grounds.
For questions regarding the Paint the Parkway events, please contact us at painttheparkway@gmail.com