AJ Howard Memorial 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Ready..... Set.......GO!

Lace up and get ready! The annual AJ Howard Memorial 5K is back and ready for action. Whether you’re walking with friends or racing for the grand finish, you will be a part of celebrating AJ’s memory and supporting the Belton High School Band Program. Participants of all levels are welcome to enjoy a morning filled with encouragement, good vibes, and community spirit.

🍔 Event Highlights

• Food Trucks: Enjoy delicious food options available on-site.
• Coffee: FREE Black Rifle Coffee for all participants!
• Drawings: Bib drawings for all registered runners!
• Registration Incentives: Sign up now to secure a race T-shirt, loaded swag bag, and a chance to win incredible prizes.

🏅 Race Options

This race will offer an In-Person 5K and a Sleep-In 5K (for those wishing to support but are unable to run or just wish to stay home). Registrants age 18 & under will receive a reduced price...this will appear as you register.

🎗️ About AJ Howard

The AJ Howard Memorial Fund was established in May of 2016. AJ was tragically taken from his family in an auto accident. In lieu of flowers at his memorial service, AJ’s mother asked that any money be donated to the Belton High School Marching Band (M100) to help pay the band fees for those students who would benefit from the support of available funds. These donations covered the cost of equipment, uniforms, instruments & private lesson fees for many M100 band members, making it possible for all M100 members to have what they need to not only participate, but also excel in band.

💖 Ongoing Support

The Belton Band Boosters continues to honor AJ’s memory through the AJ Howard Scholarship Fund, providing financial assistance to band students in need. Every dollar made from the Annual 5K goes directly to students from Belton High School, Belton Middle School, and South Belton Middle School to help cover the cost of uniforms, instruments, and private lessons. AJ had a servant's heart and was well loved by his fellow band members. He will not be forgotten. Through the AJ Howard Scholarship Fund his spirit of generosity lives on and will continue to impact the lives of M100 members for many years to come.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

The In-Person 5K is part of the Cen-Tex Race Series. All participants will earn Cen-Tex Race Series points. Awards to the top overall male and female finishers, and the top three male and female finishers per age group. Age groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 & 70+.

📋 Registration Information

As you sign up, let us know if you are a member of TX School Faculty, The Parent of a TX High School Student, a General Friend of our Community, or a TX High School Student. We'd love to know where our support is coming from so we can give y'all a shout out. Thank you!!!

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PLEASE register by January 10th in order to guarantee a T-Shirt. Limited supply will be available on Race Day for all registrants after January 10th, 2026.