7th Annual POTEET STRAWBERRY 5K /1 MILE & mascot dash
Saturday, April 3, 2027
Directions
Saturday, April 3, 2027
9199 N. STATE HWY 16
Poteet, TX
Saturday, April 3, 2027
9199 N. STATE HWY 16
Poteet, TX
This 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, TX 78065
Join us for the 7th Annual Poteet Strawberry 5K, Mile Walk & Mascot Dash, hosted by the TRiCiTy Road Warriors (TCRW) & IAAP - where health, 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 TRiCiTy Road Warriors for the Poteet strawberry 5k/1 mile Walk! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a recreational walker, or simply cheering on your community, there’s 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- IT’S 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. 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’s a perfect way to celebrate the gift of movement-community-family, and health as well as community incentives while fostering a fun and positive atmosphere for all. The TCRW love making fitness FUN! How do we do that? We have giveaways, Finishers Medal, Event T-Shirt (Limited supply) and the DEADLINE to be Guaranteed your size is Saturday, March 6, 2027, Mascots, a FUN atmosphere and more.
Limited spots available! Last year we had 267 participants – Help us reach 300 or more participants in 2027! Let’s break last year’s RECORD. Bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of a fun filled morning supporting health, fitness and our community.
Deadline to be Guaranteed your size is Saturday, March 6, 2027)
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 and high school students) in Atascosa County and Texas, Atascosa County American Legion Post 436 (our 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 ∙ Chip timed 1 Mile Walk
Mascot Dash New event (Mascots Only)
AWARDS: 5K ONLY
🏆 Awards 5K Overall Male/Female Masters M/F Age Categories: The first 3 participant Ages 5-12 (COED)
The first 3 participants in Ages 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 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)
Deadline to be Guaranteed your T-Shirt size is Saturday, March 6, 2027)
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
$REGISTRATION PRICING: Special for 5K & 1 Mile Walk (Nov. 10-30, 2027)
$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, 2027
$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 + 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 Aages 5-70+ (Timed Chipped) $40 – 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-70+ $20 – 1 Mile Walk + Processing Fees for Ages 5-12 (Medal Only)
JUST A REMINDER: If you register after the DEADLINE, Saturday, March 6, 2027, you will not be guaranteed your T-Shirt size
Important Notice: Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an Adult while participating in the 5K and 1 Mile. Please ensure that the supervising Adult is also registered for the event. Thanks for your support and understanding.
EVENT SCHEDULE: (Subject to Change)
6:00-7:00 a.m. Day of Registration 7:15 a.m. National Anthem & Prayer 7:30 a.m. 1 Mile Walk 8:00 a.m. 5K Run/Walk Mascot Dash: 9:45 a.m. (Mascots Only Event)
Award Ceremony Immediately following the MASCOT DASH
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE – ALL PARTICIPANTS
All runners and walkers must be registered by 7:00 a.m. on race day. Shirts and finisher medals are NOT guaranteed for race-day registrations.
Shirt Deadline: Saturday, March 6, 2027, after this date, sizes & shirts will not be guaranteed.
👕 SHIRTS: The first 275 registered participants who sign up by Saturday, March 6, 2027, will receive an event shirt. T-Shirt sizes are NOT GUARANTEED after March 6, 2027.
🏅 FINISHER MEDALS
The first 300 finishers to start and cross the finish line in their registered distance (5K or 1 Mile Walk) will earn a finisher medal.
RACE DAY: ARRIVAL TIME & CLOSURES for the safety of all participants, volunteers, spectators, officials and you: The main entrance to the Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds will NOT be open to vehicles on race day, as it is part of the race route. 🚗 Please use the Lions Club Entrance for parking. 🛣️ Amphion Road will be part of the race route and will be opened to vehicle traffic from 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Use caution if a vehicle approaches. ⛔ Once the race begins, no vehicles will be allowed to enter the event site. ➡️ Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking, and be prepared to walk to the starting line.
📞 CONTACT INFORMATION
Diana G. Leal 📱 Phone: (830)399-9151 📧 Email: tricityroadwarriors@gmail.com
PACKET PICK-UP & LATE REGISTRATION
📍 Location: Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds 9199 N. State Highway 16 Poteet, TX 78065
Friday, April 2, 2027 🕓 Packet Pick-Up & Registration: 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 3, 2027 🕕 Day of Registration & Day of Packet Pick-Up: 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. ⚠️ Event-day packet pick-up will be available, but participants are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for parking and lines. All participants must pick up their packet before the 1 Mile Walk begins at 7:30 a.m.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can participate in the 1 Mile Walk? Ages 5–70+. Children under 5 must be accompanied by one parent or guardian along the course (required).
Are strollers allowed? Yes. Strollers are allowed. Please be cautious of other participants when passing. ➡️ For everyone’s safety, all runners and walkers with strollers must line up behind the runners at the start.
Are pets allowed? Yes, if they are: Always kept on a leash Cleaned up after your pets. Wearing current tags and vaccinations (especially rabies)
🏆 AWARDS
Awards will be presented after the Mascot Dash (time TBD).
💝 DONATIONS
Donations are welcome! Suggested amounts: $200 / $100 / $75 / $50 / $25 / $10 You may also enter a custom amount.
Donation options: ° Name | ° Anonymous | ° Other
🕒 RESULTS
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