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5K FOR LIFE

Overview

5K · Walk

Apr 18, 2026 · Grand Prairie, Texas, US

Listed May 30, 2023

Cause DrivenTexas5KFunFestive SeasonalEasygoing

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At a glance (AI-assisted text)

Join the 4th Annual 5K For Life in Grand Prairie, a family-friendly run/walk supporting the vital work of the Pregnancy Resource Center.

The vibe (AI-assisted text)

This event radiates a heartwarming, community-focused energy, centered around making a tangible difference. It's a gathering where families, new runners, and seasoned participants come together to support a meaningful cause. Expect a supportive atmosphere, less about competitive times and more about collective impact and celebration, with local vendors adding to the festive feel.

Best for (AI-assisted text)

This 5K is perfect for families looking for an active outing, new runners seeking a welcoming first race, or anyone passionate about supporting the Grand Prairie Pregnancy Resource Center. It's an ideal choice if you want your miles to contribute directly to a community cause.

Race day (AI-assisted text)

Race day at Mike Lewis Park will likely start with a friendly packet pickup, followed by a community gathering as the event opens at 8:00 AM. The 9:00 AM race start will see a mix of runners, walkers, and strollers, all moving at their own pace. You can expect a relaxed, encouraging vibe on the course, with a celebratory finish line where participants can connect with local vendors and reflect on the positive impact of their involvement.

Personality (AI-assisted text)

The 5K For Life has a compassionate and uplifting personality, driven by its mission to support families. It's an event that feels less like a race and more like a community celebration of life and support. The social texture is inclusive and encouraging, fostering a sense of shared purpose among all participants.

Weather snapshot (AI-assisted text)

Running in Grand Prairie, TX in mid-April typically means mild to warm temperatures, often in the 60s or 70s Fahrenheit, with a chance of humidity. It's generally pleasant for a morning race, but runners should be prepared for potential sunshine and hydrate well.

Terrain & course feel (AI-assisted text)

Given its location in Mike Lewis Park, the course is likely to be on paved paths or well-maintained park trails. For a 5K welcoming all paces, expect a relatively flat and accessible route, suitable for running, walking, or strolling.

Signals we noticed (from listing text, AI-assisted)

  • 4th Annual mentioned
  • Pregnancy Resource Center named as beneficiary
  • Fundraising event mentioned
  • Run, Walk, or Stroll encouraged
  • New runners and families welcome
  • Local vendors mentioned
  • T-shirt cutoff mentioned
  • Virtual 5K option

This section is produced with AI from the listing we have on file—think of it as a quick orientation, not a rulebook. Organizers can update start times, courses, policies, and perks at any time, so when something really matters, please lean on their official race page for the latest. We don’t independently verify every detail against live organizer updates; we’re here to help you get a feel for the event and decide if you want to dig deeper.

Original listingRegistration & details — Full description from sourceExpand the official listing text (unchanged)
🏃‍♀️Run, Walk, or Stroll with us at our 4th Annual 5K For Life at Mike Lewis Park, Grand Prairie!  Come & make a difference in the community.  New runners and families are welcome to join the 5K.  Our vision for this annual 5k is to inspire our community to lock arms with the Grand Prairie Pregnancy Resource Center and promote awareness and support. We will have local vendors from our region with us to come and celebrate!
✨This event is a yearly fundraising resource providing essential funds for ongoing projects and campaigns. 

Who We Are: The Pregnancy Resource Center of Grand Prairie is a non-profit organization that has been a pillar within our community for over 30 years—impacting over 45,000 families! 

What We Do: We offer FREE practical assistance, resources, education, and care for moms, dads, and families facing unexpected pregnancies. 

We would be honored if you would join us for our 4th Annual 5k For Life! 

📅 Race Day: April 18, 2026
📍 Location: Mike Lewis Park, Grand Prairie, TX
⏰ Event opens: 8:00 AM
🏁 Race starts: 9:00 AM

T-shirt cutoff April 1st
 

The first 200 registrants will receive a party bag!

 

Pre-Packet Pickup Location:
Just Love Coffee
1020 Mayfield Rd Ste 600
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
 
Date: Thursday April 16th
 
From: 3 pm-6 pm
 
Race Day Packet Pickup:
Mike Lewis Park (race site) 2410 N Carrier Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 From: 6:30 a.m.- 7:30 a.m.
 
VOLUNTEER WITH US
 
-Aid station (Super High Priority): Provide water to participants as they pass by. Keep the course clean for runners by picking up discarded cups, bottles, and trash and placing them in the provided trash cans.
 
-Course Monitor ( Super High Priority): Help maintain a safe course by redirecting traffic away from participants and guiding participants in the right direction. 
 
Contact: cpcgplife@sbcglobal.net if you or anyone you know wishes to volunteer. Great way to rack up community hours/credits.
Feel free to bring pom poms, horns, music, instruments, signs, etc. to encourage and cheer on runners. Bonus for creative
costumes!

 

🥈AWARDS
Male and Female Overall
Top 3 Male and Female for the following:
1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.
10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 +

 

 
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation Policy: All Lace Up Running events proceed rain, shine, or snow, or cold.  For that reason, we have a strict no-refund policy.
In the event of extreme weather, the start time of this event may be delayed by up to half an hour. Past this time, the event course may be shortened or altered to protect the participants.
If conditions turn into lightning, ice, or become unsafe, the event may be cancelled. Event changes and cancellations are at the discretion of the Race Director. 
We always strive to produce a full and safe sporting event, but sometimes the weather conditions can affect those plans. 
A lot of hours, days, and even months go into planning a sporting event, and we do so with the best intentions. Unfortunately, no one can control the weather, and race directors are not the exceptions.
Our goal is to always produce a full event as scheduled and only modify these plans due to safety concerns, some of which can be caused by weather conditions. 
Thank you for your understanding of these policies, and we appreciate your participation.
If you are unable to participate in the event, or the event is canceled, you can still receive your packet, shirt, and medal, and you simply run the race on your own time on your own course. See our virtual race information for complete details.
 
 
 

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