"Miles for Moms" Fun Run & 5K

About the Event

The "Miles for Moms" Fun Run & 5K is a community-focused athletic event scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Whitesboro, Texas. This Mother's Day weekend tradition serves as a fundraiser for the Whitesboro High School Cross Country Program, with organization and support provided by the Whitesboro Area Chamber of Commerce. The event is designed to be inclusive, featuring both a competitive 5K and a 1 mile Fun Run, with a specific category for mothers running with strollers. The race proceeds directly benefit local student-athletes by providing resources for their training and competition seasons.

Race Category	Start Time	Awards & Recognition
5K Run/Walk	8:00 AM CDT	Overall M/F gift baskets; Medals for top 3 in 9 age groups
5K Mom w/Stroller	8:00 AM CDT	Special awards for the 3 fastest participants
1M Fun Run	8:00 AM CDT	Participation focused; includes event T-shirt

Whitesboro is a historic town in Grayson County, Texas, located approximately 70 miles north of Dallas, with a population of about 4,000 residents. Known as a hub for the horse industry and agriculture, the town maintains a tight-knit, rural-suburban feel. The demographic profile is approximately 88% White, 7% Hispanic, and 3% Multi-racial, with a community that places a high value on supporting local school athletics and youth programs. The median household income is roughly $61,000 CAD. The race takes place at 111 West Main Street, the heart of Whitesboro's historic downtown, which offers a charming backdrop of local storefronts and community landmarks for the runners.

All participants in the 5K receive an event T-shirt and a swag bag filled with items from local sponsors, while 1 mile Fun Runners receive a commemorative shirt. The race is a "rain or shine" event, emphasizing the resilience of the cross country program it supports. Age group awards for the 5K are extensive, ranging from "12 & Under" to "80+," ensuring that runners of all generations are recognized for their effort. For those interested in studying the terrain, the course map is available via Plotaroute. Tina Newman at the Whitesboro Area Chamber of Commerce serves as the primary contact for registration inquiries, which remain open through May 8 on the Race Roster platform.

Races Offered

1M Fun Run

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 1mi

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$23.61

5K

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$39.73

5K - Mom w/Stroller

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$39.73

Whitesboro Cross Country Runners

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$28.99

Weather Overview

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

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 17.7° / 27.8°

wb_sunny 17.3° / 28.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.2 /

water_drop 74.0%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 17.7° / 27.8°

wb_sunny 17.3° / 28.2°

air 12.2 km/h

water_drop 74.0%

About Whitesboro

Learn more about the host city, Whitesboro.

Whitesboro is a city in Grayson County, Texas, United States. The population was 4,074 at the 2020 census. Whitesboro is named for its founder, Ambrose B. White.