Galveston Island Shrimp Festival 5K
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Event overview
The 5k Fun Run is part of the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival and is presented by Moody National Bank. The run is scheduled for September 27, 2025, at Saengerfest Park in the Historic Downtown Strand District of Galveston, TX. The event distance is 5K.
What is included and other details
Two registration options are listed: a 5k only entry and a 5k plus Gumbo Stroll combo. Included items for both options include 5k registration, an exclusive event t-shirt for the first 300 runners, a participation medal for the first 250 runners, and four free beers available at the Pacifico Airstream. The combo option also includes a Gumbo Stroll tasting cup. Shirt sizes are only guaranteed if registered by 9/10/25.
The day-of timeline includes registration/packet pickup, warm-up activities, the race start, and post-run activities. A runner’s happy hour and packet pickup are scheduled the day before, with a free libation offered. A portion of proceeds goes to the Justin Hughes Fund at the University of Texas Medical Branch, which supports medical students experiencing depression. Events will take place rain or shine; there are no cancellations or refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.