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Event Description
Join us for the inaugural Stride n’ Thrive 5K on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in Denton, Texas, as we celebrate National Health Center Week.
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is all about bringing our community together in support of better health for all. Proceeds from the race benefit Health Services of North Texas (HSNT), helping provide quality, compassionate care to thousands of individuals and families across our region.
Expect a fun, welcoming atmosphere with a Race Village, community partners, and opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate. All fitness levels are encouraged.
Event Information
A Scenic Community Run Through North Lakes Park
The Stride n’ Thrive 5K course takes participants through one of Denton’s beloved park spaces featuring tree-lined trails, open green spaces, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere for runners and walkers of all experience levels.
The race start and finish line will be located at:
North Lakes Park
2001 W Windsor Dr
Denton, TX 76207
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Packet Pick Up Schedule
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Zera Coffee
420 E. McKinney St.
Denton, TX 76201
To help make race morning as smooth as possible, all participants are encouraged to pick up their race packet before event day.
Your race packet will include your:
- Race bib (with timing chip)
- Event T-shirt (for participants registered by the guaranteed T-shirt deadline)
- Participant information and event details
- Any additional race materials
Group Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick-up for teams, sponsors, and organizations is available. If one person will be picking up packets on behalf of your group, please ensure they have the names of all participants included in the pickup.
Can't Make It?
If you're unable to attend packet pick-up on Friday, race-day packet pick-up will be available beginning at 6:30 AM at North Lakes Park. Please arrive early to allow enough time before the race begins.
We look forward to seeing you on race day!
Race Day Schedule
7:00 AM – Event Village Opens
Check-in, vendors, music, sponsor booths, and community activities begin.
8:00 AM – Stride n’ Thrive Fun Run/Walk Begins
Runners and walkers take off from the starting line.
8:30 AM - Stride n' Thrive 5K Begins
Runners and walkers take off from the starting line.
9:00 AM – Post-Race Celebration
Refreshments, music, photo opportunities, and community festivities begin.
9:30 AM – Awards Ceremony
Recognition for top finishers and participating teams.
11:00 AM – Event Concludes
Volunteers Wanted!
Interested in supporting one of Denton’s newest community wellness events?
Stride n’ Thrive is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help with race day operations, packet pickup, hydration stations, community activities, and participant support.
Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals, schools, businesses, and community groups.
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Raising Money for Patient Care!
$210
Raised of $5,000
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Event Location
North Lakes Park
2001 W Windsor Drive
Denton, TX 76207 US
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