Tri-County Friendship Foundation Father's Day 5K Run

New Braunfels, Texas. Father's Day weekend. Healthy fathers create healthy families. The Tri‑County Friendship Foundation Father's Day 5K Run takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM at Landa Park (164 Landa Park Dr). Run or walk with your children/family. Awards: fastest father, oldest father, and fastest combined family time. Music, prizes, refreshments. Honor your father on the Fatherhood Wall of Fame — even if you can't attend. Proceeds support men's health and wellness in the community.

Location — Landa Park, New Braunfels, Texas:

• Landa Park is a 51‑acre public park in the heart of New Braunfels, along the Comal River (the shortest river in Texas)
• Known for its spring‑fed swimming pool, miniature train, paddle boats, golf course, and extensive walking trails
• The 5k course will likely use the park's paved trails and surrounding neighborhood streets
• New Braunfels is about 30 miles northeast of San Antonio, 50 miles south of Austin

Father's Day Weekend — Run with Dad, Honor Dad:

• June 20, 2026 is the Saturday before Father's Day (Father's Day is Sunday, June 21)
• Event encourages fathers to run or walk with their children and family members
• Focus on men's health and wellness — regular physical activity reduces risk of heart disease, diabetes, and mental health struggles

Unique Awards — Celebrating Fathers and Families:

• Fastest father — award for the father with the best 5k time
• Oldest father — recognition for the most senior father participating
• Fastest combined family time — add up the times of family members who register together; fastest total wins
• Additional prizes for top finishers in regular age/gender categories (not specified)

Fatherhood Wall of Fame — Honor Your Father:

• Add your father's name to the Fatherhood Wall of Fame — even if you cannot attend the event
• Separate registration option ($25 + fees) — "Add your Father to The Fatherhood Wall of Fame Only (And add additional fathers)"
• Names displayed on a wall at the event, celebrating fathers and father figures
• Great way to honor a late father, a father who lives far away, or simply to show appreciation

What's Included:

• Chip timing (for run categories — walk may be untimed)
• Finisher recognition (medal or certificate — not specified)
• Event shirt (likely included — check with organizer)
• Post‑race refreshments
• Music and entertainment
• Family atmosphere

Charity — Tri‑County Friendship Foundation:

• Fundraising goal: $8,000. Currently raised: $82 (1% of goal).
• Proceeds support men's health and wellness programs, fatherhood initiatives, and community support services in the tri‑county area (Comal, Guadalupe, Hays counties)
• Sponsorship opportunities available — contact Michael Clark

Logistics:

• Parking available at Landa Park and nearby streets (arrive early — limited spaces)
• Bib pickup: race morning at the park (check event website for exact times)
• No refunds? Not specified — check with race director
• No dogs allowed (not specified — but Landa Park has leash laws, check event rules)
• Strollers allowed (start at the back)

Nearby Attractions (post‑race — Father's Day weekend):

• Comal River — tubing, swimming, kayaking (the river is spring‑fed and stays 70‑72°F year‑round)
• Schlitterbahn Waterpark — one of the most famous waterparks in the US
• Gruene Historic District — shopping, dining, live music at Gruene Hall (oldest dance hall in Texas)
• Wurstfest Grounds — annual festival site (October), but open for events year‑round

Sponsorship Opportunities:

• Register as a sponsor directly through the event page
• Various levels likely available — contact Michael Clark for details

Contact: Michael Clark — phone 850‑305‑1821.