Buffalo Stampede 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run

Event Overview

• Race Name: 18th Annual BUFFALO STAMPEDE 5K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run
• Date: October 10, 2026
• Location: 3232 Briarcrest Drive, Brazos Center, Bryan, TX
• Website: Register Here

Race Details

• Courses: Chrono timed, USATF Certified, with disposable bib tags
• Beneficiary: Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History
• Timing: Conducted by All Sports Timing, results available at www.allsportstiming.com
• Course Features: Gently rolling, scenic, relatively flat, fast, with a downhill finish

Post-Race Activities

• Refreshments: Delicious post-race refreshments provided
• Awards: Custom trophies and finisher medals for all age groups
• Celebrity Starter: Meet our special guest at the event
• Boonville Days: Enjoy a heritage festival after the race from 9-4

Race Start Times

• 5K Start: 7:30 am
• 1 Mile Fun Run Start: 7:45 am

Registration & Packet Pick-Up

• Early Registration: Available October 8 & 9, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Race Day Pick-Up: Begins at 6:00 am
• Registration Fee: Non-refundable: no exceptions
• Online Registration Closure: October 9 at 5 pm

Awards

• Overall Finishers: Unique buffalo sculpture trophies for male and female
• Age Group Awards: 10-year age groups with buffalo head trophies and custom medals
• Finisher Medals: Awarded for both races
• Age Groups: 12 and under: 13-19: 20-29: 30-39: 40-49: 50-59: 60-69: 70-79: 80-85: 86+

Awards Ceremony

• Ceremony Time: 9 am (or sooner if all runners finish)

Cheer Stations

• Cheer Station Opportunities: Friends and family can create cheer stations
• Incentives: First 2 cheer stations receive $150, t-shirts, and snacks
• Contact: Museum for more details

T-Shirts

• Included: All registrants receive a T-shirt
• Size Guarantee: Sizes guaranteed only for registrations made by September 16
• Additional Purchase: Extra shirts available for $18 until September 16

Weather Policy

• Event Status: Held RAIN or SHINE!
• No Refunds: Entry fees will not be refunded for weather-related cancellations

Course Regulations

• Strollers: Allowed on the course
• Prohibited Items: No skateboards, bicycles, devices with wheels, or dogs allowed