East Tawakoni Race Across the SSGT McNabb Memorial Bridge

About the Event

The East Tawakoni Race Across the SSGT McNabb Memorial Bridge is a community-focused fundraiser held in East Tawakoni, Texas. Scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, the event features a rare opportunity to run across the two-mile bridge on Highway 276. All registration proceeds are donated to the East Tawakoni Parks & Recreation Fund to enhance local park facilities. The event honors the memory of SSGT McNabb while promoting fitness and community development.

Race Categories and Schedule

The event offers multiple distances to accommodate various ages and physical abilities. For the Victory Dash, accompanying parents or guardians can participate for free, though a separate registration is required if they wish to receive a commemorative shirt and medal.

Category	Participation Type	Start Time
5K Run/Walk	Standard individual/team	8:00 AM CDT
Nautical Mile	Fun Run	Morning (TBD)
Victory Dash	Youth and adaptive participants	Morning (TBD)

Geography and Course Conditions

The race takes place on Highway 276, specifically crossing the SSGT McNabb Memorial Bridge over Lake Tawakoni. This course is known for being exceptionally flat and exposed, providing wide views of the lake. In early May, East Tawakoni typically experiences warm spring weather with average highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Because the race occurs on a long bridge, participants should be prepared for potential wind and full sun exposure. The start line is located at the east end of the two-mile bridge.

Logistics and Parking

There is strictly no parking at the race site or on the bridge itself. All participants must park at the designated lot located at 574 TX Hwy 276, East Tawakoni, TX 75472. Parking signs will be visible to guide drivers. From the parking area, participants can access the staging zone. In the event of inclement weather or cancellation, registration fees are non-refundable and will be processed as a donation to the city's Parks & Recreation fund.

Swag and Registration

While registration remains open until May 8, 2026, race shirts cannot be guaranteed for participants who register after April 29, 2026. Registration for the Victory Dash is free for persons with disabilities ranging from age 8 to adult. For general questions or coordination, participants can contact the event organizer, Regina Chandler, at 903-480-8910.

Races Offered

5K

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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$28.98

Both Races

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 6.4km

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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$39.73

Nautical Mile Fun Run

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 1mi

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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$18.24

Victory Dash - Persons with Disabilities

May 09, 2026

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Distance — Victory Dash - Persons with Disabilities

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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Free

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in East Tawakoni.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 19.2° / 27.6°

wb_sunny 19.4° / 28.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.3 /

water_drop 78.1%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 19.2° / 27.6°

wb_sunny 19.4° / 28.9°

air 12.3 km/h

water_drop 78.1%

About East Tawakoni

Learn more about the host city, East Tawakoni.

East Tawakoni is a city in Rains County, Texas, United States. The population was 824 at the 2020 census. East Tawakoni is located on the east side of Lake Tawakoni, while its twin city West Tawakoni is located on the west side of the lake.