Event Description
Step into the circle for Walk the Circle 5K on Saturday, October 10th at Oyster Creek Park in Sugar Land! Gather your family, friends, and community for a morning of running, walking, and coming together for a cause that goes beyond the finish line.
Hosted by The Fineprint Guide, Walk the Circle 5K is dedicated to raising funds for essential diabetes medical devices and promoting diabetes awareness throughout our community. Registration opens at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 9:00 AM along the scenic trails of Oyster Creek Park.
After crossing the finish line, stick around for food vendors, health and educational booths, community organizations, and diabetes resources. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, every step helps expand access to diabetes care for underserved individuals and families.
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Event Location
Oyster Creek Park
4033 State Highway 6 South
Sugar Land, TX 77479 US
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Your donation helps provide essential diabetes medical devices and supplies to underserved individuals and families in our community.
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Course Map & Parking
5K Course Map
Walk the Circle 5K follows a 5K route along the existing trails at Oyster Creek Park. The course begins near the park's main parking lot and in front of the park's amphitheatre. The route will be marked with directional signage and led by volunteer runners to help guide participants throughout the route.
Please remember that Oyster Creek Park is a public park, and the trails may remain accessible to other park visitors during the event. Participants should stay on the designated route, follow event signage and volunteer directions, and remain aware of their surroundings.
Event Parking
Free public parking is available at in Oyster Creek's main parking lot. Please note: parking is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so participants are strongly encouraged to carpool and arrive early.
Registration/check-in opens at 8:00 AM, with the 5K beginning at 9:00 AM. Please allow plenty of time to park, check in, and make your way to the start area before the event begins!
Event Information
LOCATION
Oyster Creek Park
4033 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX 77478
The 5K will utilize the existing trails at Oyster Creek Park, with event activities, vendors, and community booths centered around the Amphitheater area. Please refer to the 5K Course Map for the designated route and start/finish location.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Saturday, October 10, 2026
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8:00 AM |
Participant registration/check-in opens |
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8:50 AM |
Opening announcements and safety briefing |
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9:00 AM |
Walk the Circle 5K begins |
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10:00 AM |
Most participants expected to finish |
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10:00-10:30 AM |
Post-race activities, food vendors, educational booths, and community resources |
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10:30 AM |
Event concludes |
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Walk the Circle 5K is a family-friendly community run/walk open to participants of varying ages and experience levels. Participants may run, jog, or walk the 5K course.
The event is centered around community participation rather than competitive racing. Participants should be courteous to other runners, walkers, park visitors, and volunteers throughout the event.
EVENT DAY CHECK-IN
Participant check-in will open at 8:00 AM at the registration booth at the front of Oyster Creek Park. Registered participants should check in upon arrival before proceeding to the start area.
Any additional event-day instructions will be communicated to registered participants prior to October 10.
PARKING
Participants will utilize the existing public parking available at Oyster Creek Park. Parking is limited, so carpooling is highly encouraged.
Please allow additional time for parking and arrival. Accessible parking will remain available for individuals who need it.
WHAT TO BRING
Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable athletic clothing and appropriate walking/running shoes, bring water as desired, and dress according to the weather forecast.
There will be no gear check, so please leave valuables at home or securely stored before participating.
START & FINISH
The 5K will begin promptly at 9:00 AM and follow the designated route through the existing Oyster Creek Park trail system. The start and finish locations will be clearly identified with event signage.
Please review the Course Map before race day and follow all directional signage and volunteer instructions throughout the 5K.
WATER STATIONS
Water will be available at designated locations, including the start/finish area and a water station along the 5K course.
Participants are also welcome to bring their own reusable water bottle.
POST-RACE ACTIVITIES
The event doesn't end at the finish line! After completing the 5K, participants are encouraged to stay until 10:30 AM to visit our food vendors, diabetes education and health booths, community organizations, and event partners.
Walk the Circle 5K is designed to raise funds for diabetes medical devices while creating an opportunity for the community to learn about diabetes awareness, prevention, management, and available resources.
FOOD & REFRESHMENTS
Food and beverages will be available for purchase from participating food vendors. Offerings may include pre-packaged foods, bottled beverages, and delicious baked goods.
Participants with food allergies, dietary restrictions, or other dietary needs should review product information and consult individual vendors regarding ingredients before purchasing or consuming food.
COURSE ETIQUETTE
Please be considerate of fellow participants and other park users. Walkers and participants moving at a slower pace should keep to the right when practical, allowing faster participants to safely pass on the left.
Follow event signage and volunteer directions, remain aware of your surroundings, and avoid blocking the trail. If using headphones, keep the volume low enough to hear volunteers, announcements, and others around you.
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE & SAFETY
First-aid resources and event personnel will be available on-site. A designated representative with CPR training will be present, and event organizers will have access to first-aid supplies.
WEATHER
Walk the Circle 5K is an outdoor event. Event organizers will monitor weather conditions and communicate any necessary delays, modifications, or cancellations to registered participants.
Participant safety will take priority in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions.
About Our Cause
Diabetes affects how the body regulates blood sugar and, without effective management, can lead to serious complications involving the heart, kidneys, eyes, and nerves. Tools like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), insulin, and other diabetes technologies can be essential for safely managing the condition, yet cost and access remain significant barriers for many underserved families.
Walk the Circle takes its name from the Blue Circle, the global symbol of diabetes awareness, representing the community coming together around diabetes. Through the 5K, we aim to raise awareness while expanding access to the medical resources individuals need to manage diabetes and live healthier lives.
About The Fineprint Guide
The Fineprint Guide is a youth-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to expand access to essential medical and assistive devices for underserved individuals and families throughout the Greater Houston community.
Through community fundraisers, charitable initiatives, and local partnerships, we turn community involvement into tangible healthcare resources for those who may otherwise struggle to access them. From donating AAC devices to supporting health and sanitation initiatives, our work is driven by the belief that essential healthcare resources should be within everyone's reach.
