Know your bib number before you arrive for packet pickup! Look it up here - https://athleteguild.com/event/san-marcos-tx/2026-sma-bear-run-5k1k/athletes
Arrive early as parking is a walk to the start line. Don't be late! We start promptly at 8 am for the 5K and 9 am for the Kids K.
You can find the parking map here
Join us on the Academy campus on Saturday, October 3rd for a 5K and Kids 1K. This is a fun-filled event that brings together current families, alumni, prospective families, friends, and members of San Marcos and surrounding communities in support of our time-honored educational institution.
Whether you're an experienced runner, a casual walker, or simply looking for a meaningful way to get involved, this event offers something for everyone. Gather your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a morning of fitness and fellowship!
Thank you to our Presenting Run Sponsor LaCima and our Presenting Entertainment Sponsor TexanCare Family Medicine!
We look forward to seeing you there! Contact Katelyn Brazell should you want to be a sponsor, community supporter, or if you have questions.
Katelyn Brazell
512-753-8010
Development@smabears.org
| Division | Price |
|---|---|
| 1K | $15.00 |
| 5K Dog - This is only a bib for a dog - owner must also register | Free |
| 5K Stroller - This is only a bib for a stroller - owner must also register | Free |
| Shirt Only | $15.00 |
Shirt Guarantee Deadline is September 17
07:00 AM - Late registration and packet pickup
08:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk
08:00 AM - 5K Dog - This is only a bib for a dog - owner must also register
08:00 AM - 5K Stroller - This is only a bib for a stroller - owner must also register
09:00 AM - 1K
| Division | Route | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | SMA 5K OB Strawberry Court | 3.18 Miles |
Race Day Pickup
1 Hour Before Race Start Time – Near Start/Finish, Look for Signs at the school.
Registration is open until just a few minutes before race start time.
Know your bib number before you arrive for packet pickup! Look it up here - https://athleteguild.com/event/san-marcos-tx/2026-sma-bear-run-5k1k/athletes
EARLY REGISTRATION: Bibs 1 - 1008 and 2000-2023
LATE REGISTRATION: Bibs 1009 and up and 2024 and up.
Dog/Stroller bibs will be in the Owner's Packet! Owners, if you did not register for the 5K, you may not pick up your free Dog/Stroller bib. Please register if you have not done so.
Parking is available on campus in specific locations. Please follow signs and do not park in coned off areas. It is a nice meandering drive from the gate to the parking and then a short walk to the starting area. Please plan accordingly! Map here - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/61e97faedeb70765b0768ae2/t/6abe496894ffbf3f42eefa8a/1790855528701/Bear+Run+Parking+26.jpg
Masters Male/Female (40 +)
0-5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-99
1-99
1-99
Must register by Shirt Guarantee Deadline to guarantee receipt of shirt requested.
Shirt Guarantee Deadline is approximately 2 weeks before race day.
Extra shirts are ordered conservatively so as not to expend funds on shirts that could go to the cause. If having a shirt is important to you, please register by Shirt Guarantee Deadline.
Races start and finish near the stadium on campus, at the address listed at the top of this page, follow the signs when you arrive on campus.
We are Rain or Shine, Hot or Cold.
5K is chip timed.
1K will not begin until all 5K participants have returned to the finish line.
Medals are not awarded to 1K participants. All participants 10 and under receive a finisher token.
Online Early Registration will close 4 days before race day. Late registration is available during stated Packet Pickup times above.
If you register after early registration closes, you are considered late registration and you can still sign up online! When you get to packet pickup or race morning, follow the signs for Late Registration.
Late Registration closes 15 minutes before race start time.
No refunds, but you may transfer your registration to another person.
Packets may be picked up by another person.
All Registration Changes must be handled on race morning with the timing company.
If offered, Packets to be shipped will be shipped following the close of the race.
All packets not retrieved by race start time will be considered donations.
We allow late starts up to 10 minutes after start time. If you are later than that and you choose to start, note that you may not have support, coverage, or directional markings, and you will not be timed - with love!
Race management provided by For the Love of Go, Jennifer Crosby, fortheloveofgo@gmail.com
Sponsor and partnership info - brazellkatelyn@smabears.org
