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Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
109 Depot St, Elgin TX
5K
60–80°F · some rain risk
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60–86°F
dry
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65–87°F
dry
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69–89°F
dry
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64–85°F
dry
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65–84°F
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70–87°F
dry
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53–76°F
dry
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52–62°F
dry
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61–79°F
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51–78°F
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About this race
Hogeye Hustle 5K Glow in the Dark
Kick off Hogeye weekend with the Hogeye Hustle 5K Glow in the Dark, a fun community 5K bringing runners, walkers, families, and friends together to light up Downtown Elgin!
Join us on Thursday, October 22, 2026 for an evening 5K featuring a glow-in-the-dark atmosphere, neon lights, music, and plenty of community spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a first-time 5K participant, or prefer to walk the course, everyone is welcome! Our route is stroller-friendly, so bring the whole family!
Come dressed in your brightest neon, glow-in-the-dark gear, or your favorite Elgin Texas Run Club shirt and get ready to kick off Hogeye weekend in a fun, active way.
This race is all about community, movement, and having fun together while kicking off one of Elgin’s biggest weekends of the year!
Race Details:
Location: Veteran’s Memorial Park (109 Depot St. Elgin, Tx. 78621)
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Registration: $15
Race Bib + Finisher Medal (included with paid registration)
Race Shirts: No race shirts — wear your neon, or glow gear!
Theme: Glow in the Dark
Stroller Friendly: Yes!
Children 12 and under can participate for FREE! (NO Registration Needed)
Free child participation does not include a finisher medal. Medals are reserved for participants who complete a paid registration. Children participating in the race must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or responsible adult.
Event Schedule:
Early Bib Pickup: Wednesday October 21
Time: 5:30PM–7:00 PM
Location: Elgin Recreation Center (361 State Hwy 95, Elgin, TX 78621)
Pick up your race bib early and avoid the race-day rush!
Race Day—Thursday October 22
6:00 PM — Race-day check-in & bib pickup opens
6:00 PM — Music, glow atmosphere & pre-race fun
6:15 PM — Group warm-up & stretching
6:20 PM — Race announcements & final instructions
6:30 PM — Hogeye Hustle 5K START
6:30–8:00 PM — Finishers, medals, music & glow fun
8:30 PM — Event concludes
Come Glow With Us!
Grab your glow gear, bring your family and friends, and come light up Downtown Elgin!
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