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CATCH THE WAVE PINEAPPLE RUN
CATCH THE WAVE PINEAPPLE VIRTUAL RUN (This selection includes shipping. Only select if you are not within the local area to pick up your packet at pre-race pick up.
WE ARE A TIMED EVENT!
BIG NEWS, PINEAPPLE CREW!
We’re turning up the excitement this year — the Pineapple Run is officially becoming a TIMED EVENT!
That means:
Official race timing
Overall 1st, 2nd & 3rd place awards
NEW category placements so MORE runners have a chance to shine
All the same fun, purpose, and community spirit you love
Whether you’re chasing a PR, running for fun, or supporting our mission to end distracted driving, this year just got even more exciting.
Get ready… it’s time to RUN WITH PURPOSE AND COMPETE WITH HEART.
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Description
The Peyton Irwin Foundation Pineapple Run
Join us for our 8th annual run/walk celebrating Peyton's memory and supporting an important cause. The Pineapple Run brings together our community to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving while honoring a life cut short.
Event Details
Choose your distance and pace:
- 5K run or walk
- 1-mile run or walk
Every participant receives a commemorative t-shirt, exclusive swag bag, and finisher medal. Your time will be officially tracked, and all levels and ages are welcome.
Where Your Support Goes
All proceeds directly support the Peyton Irwin Foundation's mission to educate the public about distracted driving and provide scholarships to deserving students.
Why We Run: Peyton's Story
On March 29, 2019, Peyton Irwin was traveling to San Antonio, Texas to support her Alma Mater Drill Team at a state competition. A distracted driver texting on his phone failed to see Peyton's stopped vehicle and struck it at approximately 60 miles per hour, resulting in the tragic loss of Peyton and three other passengers.
This preventable tragedy underscores the critical importance of keeping our attention on the road. By participating in the Pineapple Run, you're helping us spread awareness and prevent similar tragedies in our community.
Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration
Packet Pickup:
Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 2503 Lake Rd. Huntsville, TX. 77340 enter at the back of the building (look for the flags)
- If you are not local and unable to pick up your packet Friday evening - packet pickup will be available at 7:00 AM on race day. Check in @ the PRE-REGISTERED table.
- Race Day Registration will be available. Cash or check will be accepted at the REGISTRATION table. You can also register on-line with a credit card that evening to avoid the late registration crowd!
NOTE: **t-shirt size is not guaranteed after March 28, 2026
Race Route
This isn’t your typical “set it and forget it” course—it’s a race that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
You’ll charge across a football field, cruise through a soccer field, and then dive into the woods where the fun really begins. Smooth, well-maintained trails wind beneath the trees, offering great footing and just enough variety to keep things interesting without slowing you down.
The route takes you past a picturesque little lake and through shaded stretches that feel made for racing—cool, calm, and scenic. It’s a course that invites you to open up your stride while still soaking in the surroundings.
Families will love the approachable terrain and beautiful setting, while seasoned runners will appreciate a course that rewards focus, rhythm, and smart pacing. It’s not just about logging miles—it’s about enjoying every one of them.
Fast or steady. Competitive or casual.
This course brings the energy, the scenery, and the smiles.
Toe the line, feel the buzz, and get ready for a race that’s as fun to run as it is to remember. 🏃♀️🌲🏁
Race Rules
- Baby joggers and strollers are allowed in the 5K | 1-Mile, but please assemble at the back of the pack at the start of the race.
- Participants must stay on the official course at all times.
- Above all, have FUN!
2026 Pineapple Run - Event Agenda
2026 Pineapple Run - Event Agenda
🏃♂️ Race Day Schedule
7:00 AM – Race Day Check-in & Packet Pickup Opens
8:00 AM – Opening Ceremony & Welcome
8:30 AM – TIMED 5K Run/Walk Start
8:31 AM – 1-Mile Fun Run Start
Post-Race Festivities – Driving Safety Expo
Let the Fun Begin!
🚗 Driving Safety Booths & Interactive Demos
🚓 Police Department and SWAT Vehicles
🚒 Fire Trucks
🚑 EMS Display
🏎️ Classic Cars, Jeeps & Motorcycles Showcase
🌭 Concessions
🍧 Sno Cone Truck
11:30 AM – Event Wrap-Up & Thank You!
Race Contact Info
SPECIAL INFORMATION
We have a VIRTUAL option available for those who live too far away to attend the live run. PLEASE ONLY CHOOSE VIRTUAL if you are not local to our area as this option contains shipping fees.
GUARANTEE your t-shirt size by signing up before ..... March 22, 2026
Directions
The START and FINISH will be at Kate Barr Ross at the soccer fields. Follow the signs when you turn into the park.
Race Participant Survey
Please complete the following survey to help us better understand your race experience.
