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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
Heritage Park, Belton TX
Distance
5K
Typical weather
67–87°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Lions on the Leon Captain "D" Dash for “Sight” 5K Fun Run/Walk
Date: 2026-10-03
Location: Heritage Park, Belton, TX
Hosted by: Belton Lions Club
Race Details
- Start Time: 8:30 AM (Opening Ceremony at 8:15 AM)
- Course: Starts at Lions Pavilion, proceeds down Park Avenue, returns along Park Avenue to the trail around the baseball fields and along the Leon River.
- Water Stations: There will be four (4) water stations during the run/walk.
- Snacks: Race snacks will be available upon return.
Awards and Timing
- Event Type: Timed event, timing by Pro-Fit Race Timing.
- Awards: Top overall male and female finishers, and top three male/female finishers in each age group. No duplicate awards.
- 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+
- Costume Awards: Four (4) awards for People’s Choice costume.
Participant Information
- Registration Includes: Swag “Pirate’s Booty” Bag, Bib Raffle Entry, Custom Spinner Race Medal and/or Event Sunglasses (while supplies last).
- Costume: Come in Pirate Costume to compete for an award or come as you are!
- Eyeglass Collection: Bring your used eyeglasses for Texas Lions to recycle.
- T-Shirt Guarantee: Event T-Shirt is guaranteed for full registrations if registered by September 17th.
Registration Fees
- Regular Fees (thru September 17): 5K - $35.00
- Regular Fees (after September 17): 5K - $40.00
- Discounted Rate: Registrants age 17 & under can register for $20.00. Free event t-shirt not available at discounted rate: t-shirts available for purchase.
- Packet Pick-Up: Early Packet Pick-up is encouraged at John Corsi State Farm Insurance, 100 Lake Road, Belton.
Race Day Schedule
- Early Packet Pick-Up: October 1st, 6-8 PM and October 2nd, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM.
- Race Day Registration: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM at the race site. Credit cards only: registration on personal devices (phone, iPad).
- Roadblocks: Set in place at 8:15 AM for runner safety: plan to arrive early and stay until removed.
- Strollers: Welcome on race day!
Additional Information
- Event Details: More information can be found at BeltonLionsClub.com.
- Contact: Questions can be directed to Karen Stagner at 409-750-0102, kastagne@att.net: Danny Dossman at 254-760-0678, diger13@aol.com: or Joe Dyer at 254-952-7863, jdyer@beltontexas.gov.
- Weather Policy: The event will be held rain or shine. No refunds will be issued.
- Race URL: For more details, visit this link.
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