Old Settlers Run 5k
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Old Settlers Run 5k "Kickin’ Up Dust Since 1903" : event details
The Old Settlers Run 5K takes place in Quitman, Texas, on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The listed event location is 518 S Main St, Quitman, TX 75783. The entry fee is $45. Registration closes on November 1, 2025.
Course, atmosphere and awards
The course is described as winding past shady streets and historic landmarks. Neighbors may offer encouragement from porches, and children are noted to use cowbells along the route. The event is held as part of a festival and is scheduled on the festival’s final day. Awards include categories named Fastest Pioneer and Quickest Settler, as well as more playful recognitions such as Best Bonnet Jogger and Most Authentic Overalls. The organizer specifies that horses, wagons, and oxen are not allowed on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.