7th Annual POTEET STRAWBERRY 5K /1 MILE & mascot dash
Typically 61–82°F · some rain risk
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71–88°F
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70–89°F
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52–77°F
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69–94°F
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64–89°F
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56–73°F
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57–79°F
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60–73°F
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65–86°F
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56–89°F
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About this race
The event will go on RAIN or SHINE.
If the weather deems unsafe for participants, volunteers, spectators... the event will be delayed or CANCELLED.
NO ROLLOVERS. NO TRANSFERS. NO DEFERMENTS! NO REFUNDS.
Organized by the TRiCity Road Warriors (TCRW)
We are a Nonprofit 501 (c) (3)
LOCATION:
Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds (Armed Forces Pavillion
9199 N. State Highway 16
Poteet, Texas 78065
Join us for the 7th Annual Poteet Strawberry 5K, 1 Mile Walk & Mascot Dash, hosted by the TRiCiTy Road Warriors (TCRW) & IAAP - where fitness and FUN come together for all ages and fitness levels!
CELEBRATE THE GIFT OF MOVEMENT/LIFE/YOU & STRAWBERRY SEASON!
Lace up your shoes and join the TCRW for the 7th Annual Poteet Strawberry 5K/1 Mile Walk! Whether you're a seasoned runner, a recreational walker, or simply cheering on your community, there is a place for you! This event is open to participants ages 5-70+, we bring families, friends, neighbors, and fitness enthusiasts together to celebrate health, you, fitness and community. MORE THAN A RACE - ITS A REASON TO COME TOGETHER!
Enjoy a fun-filled morning of movement, fresh air, the beautiful countryside and the Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds.The course is an open course, and out and back. (“Open Course” means we do not close the roads). You are responsible for obeying all traffic laws and regulations. Please stay alert, and stay safe, stop at all intersections and respect others along the way). At the start and finish of this race you will find yourself surrounded by great people, mascots, meet the Poteet Strawberry Festival Court and an energetic, family-friendly atmosphere. It is a perfect way to celebrate the gift of movement-community and family, and health as well as community incentives while fostering a fun and positive atmosphere for all. The TCRW love making fitness FUN! How? We have giveaways, Finishers Medal, Event T-Shirts (Limited Supply) and the DEADLINE to be Guaranteed your size is Saturday, March 6, 2027, we have Freckles and Ruby June-the Poteet Strawberry Festival Mascots, and a FUN atmosphere and more...
Last year we had 267 participants - Help us reach 300 or more participants in 2027! Let's break last year's RECORD! LET'S MAKE HISTORY! Bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of a fun filled morning supporting health, fitness and our community.
RUN FOR A CAUSE:
This event is a TRiCiTy Road Warrior Fundraiser. Proceeds support TCRW incentives & health-focused programs/events, the Beautiful You Project 🌹 (FREE) Formal Attire for Local High School Students, in Atascosa County and Texas, Atascosa County American Legion Post 436 🇺🇸 (local Veterans) and more.
Our Mission is simple: Make Health & Fitness Fun while creating memorable experiences for all.
🏁 RACE OPTIONS
5K Run/Walk - Certified course - Time Chipped - Custom Bibs
1 Mile Walk
Mascot Dash (Mascots Only)
AWARDS: 5K ONLY
🏆 Awards 5K Overall Male/Female Masters M/F Age Categories: The first 3 Finishers Ages 5-12 (COED)
The first 3 Finishers in Age groups 13-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70+
🏆 *TEAM AWARD* for the Team that has the largest participants registered. For every 10 teammates registered you will receive 1 FREE Registration. Which will be given to the Team Captain the day of the Poteet Strawberry Run/Walk. Once the FREE Registration Form/s is filled out it will be added to the TEAM.
🎯 REGISTER EARLY * HAVE FUN * MAKE A DIFFERENCE
We make fitness FUN - come be part of it!
(NO ROLLOVERS/NO DEFERMENTS/NO TRANSFERS/NO REFUNDS)
REGISTRATION PRICING: SPECIAL FOR THE 5K & 1 Mile Walk Ages 13-70+ (Nov. 10-30, 2026)
$25 - 5K + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+ (Time Chipped)
$25 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+
$15 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-12 (Medal Only)
$Price Increase: Dec. 1-31, 2026
$30 - 5K + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+ (Time Chipped)
$25 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+
$15 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-12 (Medal Only)
$Price Increase: Jan. - April 1, 2027
$35 - 5K + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+ (Time Chipped)
$30 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+
$15 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-12 (Medal Only)
$Price Increase:
PACKET PICKUP FRIDAY, April 2nd & RACE Day: Saturday, April 3, 2027
$40 - 5K + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+ (Time Chipped)
$40 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+
$20 - 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-12 (Medal Only)
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE - ALL PARTICIPANTS
JUST A REMINDER: If you register after the T-SHIRT DEADLINE, Saturday, March 6, 2027, you will not be guaranteed your T-Shirt Size. Limited Supply-while supplies last.
👕 T-SHIRTS: The first 275 registered participants who sign up by Saturday, March 6, 2027, will receive an event T-Shirt size. Those that register after March 6, 2027 will NOT BE GUARANTEED A EVENT T-SHIRT.
🏅 Finishers Medals to the First 300 participants that Start & Finish the Distance they registered for, Medals are EARNED.
All runners and walkers must be registered by 7:00 a.m. on race day. Saturday, April 3, 2027.
👕 Event T-Shirts and Finishers Medals are NOT guaranteed for race-day registrations.
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