Events
Race Day Schedule
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Race Day Registration/Packet Pickup Begins at: 5 AM
Kid's 1K: 7:30 AM
5K: 8:00 AM (#TX13026ETM)
10K: 8:00 AM (#TX11142ETM)
Virtual Run Complete your 5K or 10K anywhere/anytime times are due by October 28, 2024
Description
Run, walk, or jog in the 13th annual Daily News Press Run to support the Newspapers In Education program on Saturday, October 26, 2024.
Featuring certified Galveston Causeway 5K and 10K courses, a Kid's 1K sponsored by Whataburger, a book character costume contest, dozens of vendor booths, music, food, and much more. We have a big event planned for you!
Support Newspapers in Education
The Daily News Press Run provides support to the Newspapers in Education program (NIE). NIE provides resources that use the newspaper to develop reading comprehension skills, critical thinking, and a better understanding of the way the world relates to the classroom. We have a waiting list of teachers who want to join and need your help to make the program a success for the upcoming school year.
Parking Information
Runners' parking is available at Target Parking Lot 6128 Broadway, Galveston, TX 77551. Shuttle buses will run from 5:00 am to noon. Please allow yourself ample time to get checked in and warm up.
Bag Drop Off
Bag drop is available at the info station for a $5 donation to Newspapers In Education program.
Costume Contest
Dress up as your favorite book character as we celebrate Literacy Day with our Smart Family Literacy, Inc. Partners. The first, second, and third place winners will win a special prize donated by local merchants. The contest is divided into two groups children and adults. A panel will judge the costumes
Packet Pickup
Friday, October 25th from 10am to 6pm at Galveston Island Running Co at 518 23rd St, Galveston, TX
RACE DAY: Saturday, October 26th from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. at The Daily News at 8522 Teichman Rd, Galveston, TX 75574.
Please plan to arrive 60 to 90 minutes prior to race start.
Place
Galveston, TX US 77554
Race Contact Info
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Directions
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