46th Toughest 10K in Texas 5K & 1-Mile Run

Come join us for the 46th year of the Toughest 10K in Texas 10K, 5K & 1-Mile Run!  This race is part of the 2026 Centex Race Series, with points for both the 5K and 10K races.

This race is hosted by the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center and is held in conjunction with the Annual Lampasas Spring Ho Festival. Event proceeds go back into the Lampasas community for scholarships and other non-profit donations. Thank you for your participation.

All events start at 7 a.m.  Runners will be staged in the order of their races - 10K, 5K, 1-Mile. *All races are chip timed.

Race Day Registration: Will be available on personal devices (phones) on race morning from 5:30a-6:30am.  Credit card only through RunSignUp!!

Race Packets: Will be available for pickup Friday, July 10th from 4p-6p at the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce. First 200 get a race bag. Runners and guests will be provided the opportunity to view the route and ask questions about the race. Participants are strongly encouraged to get their packet at this time to avoid lines on race day!  However, packets may also be picked up on race morning before 6:30 a.m.

Snacks and water will be available for all participants after the race at the finish. Make sure to stop by the photo tent to commemorate the occasion with a photo! *T-Shirts are not guaranteed past June 26th so, register early. However, there may be some additional for purchase on-site. (Cash or Check)

Parking: Available in the Bozarth Fowler Gym parking lot at the Lampasas Middle School.  

Awards: - Medals will be awarded to the Top (3) runners in each age category (14 age groups for male & female including overall winners) from each race. The ceremony will begin approximately at 7:30 with the 1-mile winners (ribbons awarded) and will continue after with 5k & 10k winners. Awards are based on ages as of 1/1/2026 per Cen-Tex race series rules for point standings. Medals will NOT be mailed, but can be picked up after race day at the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce. 

BE AWARE!!: Parts of the race course are open to vehicular traffic throughout the run. It is VERY important for you to stay alert throughout the race, stay inside cones and obey all race and traffic signage. Jogging strollers and dogs are permitted but must start in the back.

(5) water stops will be placed throughout the course for hydration and basic 1st aid needs/communication to the race coordinator should it be needed.

Races will be held rain or shine; however, if there is severe weather in the area the race start may be delayed or cancelled.  Registration fees are non-refundable.

For more information visit: www.lampasaschamber.org. Visit us on Facebook @LampasasChamber or Email questions to: info@lampasaschamber.org