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McAllen, Texas — Palm Valley Animal Society (PVAS) and Endurance Splits are teaming up for the 5th Annual Give a Bark 5K on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Fireman’s Park in McAllen. The starting horn sounds at 7:00 AM. Runners, walkers, families, strollers, and well-behaved leashed dogs are all welcome. Get your New Year’s resolutions started early while supporting lifesaving programs for pets across the Rio Grande Valley. Register here: https://givebutter.com/giveabark26
Event highlights
- Professionally timed 5K by Endurance Splits
- Refreshers provided by Starbucks
- Breakfast provided by University Draft House
- The FIRST 5K of the year in McAllen
Event shirts
Register by November 30, 2025 to guarantee an event shirt. After that date, shirts will be available for purchase on race day while supplies last.
Packet pickup
Race packets will be available at the Laurie P. Andrews Center (home of PVAS) in Edinburg. Pickup dates and times will be announced soon.
Sponsorship opportunities and goodies
Local businesses and community partners can join the starting lineup of sponsors and connect with an active, pet-loving audience. Packages may include:
• Logo on race shirts
• Branding on the start and finish arch and select course signage
• On-site booth space in the finish festival area
• Name recognition in press materials, email blasts, and race announcements
• Social media thank-you posts and listing on the PVAS website
• Insert or coupon in runner packets
• Complimentary race entries for staff or clients
• Stage mentions and award-presentation opportunities
For sponsorship information, contact Alejandro Garcia, Events Coordinator, at alejandro@pvastx.org
