4th Annual Patriot Day 5K
4th Annual Patriot Day 5K Race Description
5th Annual Patriot Day 5K
And 1 Mile Walk
September 13th
Race Start Time: 6:30 pm
Online registration closes at midnight 9/12/25.
Paper registrations available on race day.
“On this day… 24 years (September 10th) ago, 246 people went to sleep in preparation for their morning flights. 2,606 people went to sleep in preparation for work in the morning. 343 firefighter, 60 police officers and eight paramedics went to sleep in preparation for their morning shift. None of them saw past 10:00 a.m. Sept 11, 2001. In one single moment life may never be the same. As you live and enjoy the breaths you take today and tonight before you go to sleep in preparation for your life tomorrow, kiss the ones you love, snuggle a little tighter, and never take one second of your life for granted.” —Unknown
2025 5th Annual Patriot Day 5K and 1 Mile Walk honoring those lost in 9/11 takes place at the beautiful Pleasanton River Park, Pleasanton, Texas on Saturday evening, September 13, 2025. On this 24th anniversary of 9/11, plan to bring your whole family to the Pleasanton River Park for a family-friendly fun event that honors first responders and those lost in 9/11. The 5th Annual Patriot Day 5K and 1 Mile Walk is a family, first responder, vet and pet friendly event hosted by the City of Pleasanton and the Pleasanton Express. The Pleasanton River Park features a splash pad, zipline, skate park, and interactive playground with all accessibility levels.
BENEFITS LOCAL JROTC
Patriot Day is held worldwide on September 11. On the direction of the President, the flag should be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect to those who died on September 11, 2001. All proceeds from the race will go to benefit local JROTC.
Our event unites all individuals and community. Everyone is WELCOME - runners, walkers, first responders, families, healthcare staff and companies, service clubs and organizations, running clubs, students, we mean everyone! This year's run/walk will take place rain or shine. (Note: If severe weather conditions deem it is unsafe to travel to the park, we will send out an email and post on social media.)
This event will offer FREE sausages on a stick, beverages, entertainment, ceremonial celebration, team awards, and more.
Virtual Run
Are you a runner but can't make it on race morning? Would you like to contribute to this awesome organization? We have a Virtual Option! You can download a personalized race bib, submit your results, download a finisher certificate, and YOU CAN RUN YOUR 5K ANYWHERE! Virtual registrants get a shirt and a finisher medal. You can choose to pick them up at packet pick up, or have it shipped to you. (Please note, if you choose shipping, it may arrive after the date of the event.)
All entry fees are NON-TRANSFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE
Registered Participants:
All runners/walkers registered before August 24th, will be guaranteed a shirt and finisher's medal. We'll order extra finisher medals and shirts, but you may not be able to get your size.
Awards:
Overall Male/Female - $100 to each compliments of Fleet Feet Sports
Overall Masters Male/Female - $50 to each compliments of Fleet Feet Sports
Each of the following categories will have 1st, 2nd & 3rd awards for both male and female. Age categories are 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29,30-34, 35-39,40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
CHIP TIMING BY IAAP
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT 9/12/25
PRICING:
5K Run/Walk and Virtual Runner/Walker (includes shirt):
$30 until midnight 8/24/25
$35 until midnight 9/12/25
$40 on race day
Kids under 12 free with paid adult - not chip timed, option to purchase shirt ($10)
1 Mile Walk - not chip timed, option to purchase shirt ($10):
$20 until midnight 9/12/25
Race Day - $25
PACKET PICK UP INFORMATION:
On race day only at race site, beginning at 5:00 pm
Follow us at www.pleasantonexpress.com and Patriot Day 5K Facebook page, and the Pleasanton Express and Pleasanton Parks and Recreation Facebook for regular updates.
For race information, contact Woody Wilson: WoodyWilson19@gmail.com
Get ready for the 4th Annual Patriot Day 5K
4th Annual Patriot Day 5K Where & When
- Location: River Park Road, Pleasanton, TX 78064
- Race Date: 2025/09/13 06:30:00 PM (Saturday)
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Categories:
- 5K
- Kids 12 and under free with paid adult
- 1 Mile Fun Run, not chip timed
- Virtual 5K
It was a wonderful run replete with turns and neighborhood charm. It felt just like running in one's own hometown. The atmosphere was upbeat. Plenty of music was in the air. The sausage wrap hit the spot and the brewed drinks for the adults were a pleasant surprise. I must say that the awards ceremony was entertaining and fun as many of the runners knew one another. Pleasanton is now a place I'd like to run year after year and it's really not that far from San Antonio. The finisher's medals were awesome and the awards medals were well designed and well worth the effort of all the hours and days it takes to train for a 5k run. Congratulations go out to the organizers that put together such a memorable experience. It was an honor to help raise funds for our First Responders and for the local ROTC program. I saw many ROTC students run the race and they did it with such strength and dedication. This is a race I will definitely recommend to my familia and friends.
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