Embrace a heartwarming start to your Valentine's Day by joining the 11th Annual Run for Riverside 5K on February 14, 2026, in scenic Kerrville, TX. This beloved 5K run and walk offers participants a unique opportunity to connect with nature and contribute to a vital community resource. The course winds along a new, paved trail, tracing the beautiful Guadalupe River with ample shade to keep you comfortable. Enjoy an out-and-back route that promises picturesque views and refreshing water stops along the way.

More than just a race, the Run for Riverside 5K is the biggest fundraiser for the Riverside Nature Center, a non-profit dedicated to environmental stewardship and community education. Every stride you take helps support their mission, from maintaining acres of native plants and trees to providing river trail access and educational programs. The event prides itself on a welcoming atmosphere, even encouraging strollers and dogs on leashes to join in the fun. Typical race day conditions in mid-February offer pleasant weather, with highs around 64F and lows around 38F, and only a 5% chance of precipitation, ensuring ideal running conditions.

Following your finish, celebrate your accomplishment with refreshments, music, awards for top performers, and even a chance to win door prizes. Registered participants are guaranteed a commemorative race t-shirt if signed up by February 1st, adding a tangible memory to this impactful experience. The Run for Riverside 5K begins and ends at the Riverside Nature Center, located at 150 Francisco Lemos St., making for an accessible and charming race headquarters. Come experience the beauty of Kerrville and support a wonderful cause.