Tex Mex Connection is hosting the 35th annual Tex Mex 5k Race for Open Space, one of the top weeknight 5k runs in the region. Wissahickon Trails is proud to be the main beneficiary with over one million dollars raised to support open space, clean water, and public trails. Additionally, thousands of dollars has been donated to the North Wales Police Department, North Penn Volunteer Department, Green Initiatives within North Wales Borough, and Volunteer Medical Emergency Services Lansdale.
Registration and chip timing by Run the Day
COURSE MAP
Fees:
$50 - thru May 5 – includes t-shirt
$55 – starting May 6 thru June 13
$60 - starting June 14
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Fees include:
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Race finish photo; digital download
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Short-sleeve tech t-shirt if registered by May 5
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Tex Mex Connection dinner
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One margarita or one craft beer
All registration fees are non-refundable
Packet Pick-up:
Tex Mex Connection, 201 E Walnut St, North Wales, PA 19454
Look for the big white tent!
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Tuesday, June 24 - 4pm-7pm
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Wednesday, June 25 - 12pm-6:55pm
Party Under the Stars:
Green Ribbon Champions: Click here for fundraising info
At Wissahickon Trails, we recognize the power of nature. Taking care of the land and water locally provides a place where people benefit when nature thrives. Your donation makes it possible for everyone to enjoy what Wissahickon Trails has to offer.
Runners who donate or raise $150 get seating in the VIP Green Ribbon Tent
- Tex Mex Connection buffet dinner
- Frozen margarita bar and craft beer
- Photo booth
- Private port-a-potties
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Teams of 10 raising a minimum of $1,500 get a reserved table under the tent
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Individuals raising a minimum of $150 get open seating under the tent
All fundraising goals are separate from the race registration fees.
All donations are tax deductible & non-refundable.
Sponsors: Click here for sponsor info
Become a sponsor for one of the longest running and most popular weeknight runs in the region with exposure to 1300 runners and 125 volunteers. Join the broad, loyal community that has supported this event for decades - runners, North Wales neighborhood, Tex Mex Connection customers, and the Wissahickon Trails community.
Volunteers:
Not a runner? No problem! Volunteers make this event run! There are a variety of volunteer opportunities before and during the event. Find the right one for you using our SignUpGenius form. All volunteers receive a Tex Mex dinner, one margarita or one craft beer (21+), and a $10 gift certificate to Tex Mex Connection. Contact Alex McWhorter, alex@wissahickontrails.org, with any questions. Volunteer sign-ups coming soon!
