Hyer Faster Stronger 5K and 1K Fun Run

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Hyer Faster Stronger 5K and 1K Fun and 1K Fun Run!  This event is hosted by the Hyer Preschool Association which connects and supports families with young children who will attend Hyer Elementary.  Funds raised buy this race will direct support future programs at Hyer.  

The event includes a 5K race through University Park, as well as a 1K fun run for young children and is a capped off with a post-race celebration at Smith Park.  This is a great event for all levels of runners and walkers and will be a great morning for the whole family.  

Event Timeline:

May 4 7:30 AM CDT – Race Day Registration Opens
May 4 9:00 AM CDT – 5K Start
May 4 9:00 AM CDT – Food Trucks and Bounce Houses Open
May 4 9:45 AM CDT – Kids Warmup
May 4 10:00 AM CDT – 1K Start
May 4 10:15 AM CDT – Awards Ceremony
May 4 12:00 PM CDT – Post Race Party Ends
Start/Finish Line Location: 4000 Greenbrier, Smith Park, University Park, TX

Registration: Opens in March after Spring Break

5K Run/Walk: Open to all ages (recommended 8+); Strollers welcome but must line up last; children in strollers do not need to be registered

1K Kids Race: (10 and under); Parents are welcome to race with smaller children but need not register

Pricing:  

5K: $40/person (price increases to $50 on race day)
1K: $25/person (price increases to $30 on race day)

Parking: There is no designated parking area for the race, as the event takes place through a residential neighborhood. If you are local to UP, please walk, do not drive, to the race start in Smith Park. For those commuting to the race, you will not be able to turn east onto Caruth or Greenbrier from Preston Road. Please park on the street anywhere south of Greenbrier Drive (NOT on Greenbrier), or on the streets north of Caruth between Preston and Pickwick.

Other Details:

-5K Run chip timed
-Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to participate. Strollers are permitted, but for the safety of all participants, inline skates, bikes, and scooters are not permitted.
-500+ expected number of attendees, targeting families from the Park Cities and surrounding neighborhoods
-All registrants will receive t-shirt and bib. Packet pickup dates and times TBD.
-Race route is entirely residential through beautiful University Park
=Post-Race Party at Smith Park features awards, food trucks, and kids party zone