Looking for a fun, family-friendly 5K in Denton this summer?
Join Health Services of North Texas (HSNT) for the inaugural Stride n’ Thrive 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at North Lakes Park in Denton, Texas. This exciting community event celebrates National Health Center Week and brings together runners, walkers, families, local businesses, healthcare partners, and community members for a morning focused on wellness, connection, and giving back.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing a personal record, a parent looking for a family activity, or someone who simply wants to support access to healthcare in North Texas, Stride n’ Thrive welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels.
Event Details
Stride n’ Thrive 5K & Fun Run
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location: North Lakes Park, 2001 W. Windsor Drive, Denton, TX 76207
Fun Run/Walk Start: 8:00 a.m.
5K Start: 8:30 a.m.
Race Village Opens: 7:00 a.m.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route through North Lakes Park, one of Denton’s most beloved outdoor spaces, featuring tree-lined trails, open green spaces, and a welcoming atmosphere for runners and walkers alike.
Register here
Why Participate?
The Stride n’ Thrive 5K is more than a race. It is a community celebration of health and wellness.
Participants can enjoy:
- Timed 5K race and family-friendly fun run
- Race Village featuring community organizations and local partners
- Music, activities, and wellness resources
- Awards and recognition for participants
- Opportunities to connect with healthcare providers and community leaders
- A chance to support affordable healthcare in North Texas
Every registration helps strengthen access to healthcare services for local individuals and families. Proceeds support Health Services of North Texas and its mission of providing quality, compassionate healthcare regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Supporting Health Services of North Texas
For more than 38 years, Health Services of North Texas has served as a trusted healthcare home for North Texas families. HSNT provides:
- Primary and preventive healthcare
- Pediatric care
- Women’s health and prenatal care
- Behavioral health services
- HIV prevention, testing, and treatment
- Community outreach and health education
Funds raised through the Stride n’ Thrive 5K help expand access to affordable healthcare, support uninsured and underinsured patients, strengthen pediatric and behavioral health programs, and increase community health education efforts throughout Denton County and beyond.
National Health Center Week Celebration
Stride n’ Thrive is part of National Health Center Week, an annual nationwide celebration recognizing the vital role community health centers play in improving health outcomes and increasing access to care.
The event reflects HSNT’s commitment to helping people live healthier lives through prevention, education, and compassionate healthcare services.
Register Today
Registration is now open for both the 5K and Fun Run/Walk.
Whether you’re running, walking, volunteering, sponsoring, or cheering from the sidelines, we invite you to be part of this exciting new Denton tradition.
Register here
Sponsor or Volunteer
Businesses, organizations, and community groups are invited to sponsor, volunteer, or participate in the Race Village.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit:
https://givebutter.com/stride-n-thrive-sponsorship
To learn more about volunteer opportunities, visit:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/TX/Denton/StrideNThrive5K
Together, we can build a healthier, stronger North Texas, one step at a time.