Running
10K
10 km
Start: Sep 7, 03:30 AM
Registration: 0.00 USD
22nd Annual Purple Monkey Fun Run
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Road runs in United States, Alvin
Distances
Running
5K
5 km
Start: Sep 7, 03:30 AM
Registration: 0.00 USD
Running
1K Kids Run
1 km
Start: Sep 7, 03:00 AM
Registration: 0.00 USD
About
A family-friendly fun run with 1K, 5K, and 10K options, featuring live music, on-course entertainment, raffle prizes, finisher medals, and popsicles for kids. All proceeds support college scholarships for graduating Alvin ISD seniors.
Pacers
Pacers will be available for the 5K and 10K at the 2026 Purple Monkey Fun Run (Renntag), with target times aligned to start waves. Expect motivated pacers supporting runners at a steady pace — check with event staff at the start corrals for assigned pacer groups and times.
Results
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Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Alvin
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan62°47°
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Feb66°51°
↑ 07:01
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Mar71°57°
↑ 07:31
↓ 19:30
Apr77°63°
↑ 06:55
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May83°70°
↑ 06:29
↓ 20:07
Jun88°76°
↑ 06:22
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Jul89°77°
↑ 06:32
↓ 20:23
Aug90°77°
↑ 06:50
↓ 20:02
Sep86°73°
↑ 07:07
↓ 19:27
Oct80°65°
↑ 07:23
↓ 18:51
Nov71°57°
↑ 06:46
↓ 17:27
Dec65°50°
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What's included in entry
- Finisher medal
- Raffle entry
- On-course entertainment
- Popsicle for kids run
Prices & signup
- 1K Kids Run0.00 USD
- 5K0.00 USD
- 10K0.00 USD
FAQ
When and where is the race day?
Race day is September 5, 2026. 1K starts at 7:00 AM, 5K & 10K start at 7:30 AM at Alvin High School Memorial Stadium (1300 W Dumble St, Alvin, TX 77511).
How much does it cost to register?
Registration fees vary by tier: Early-bird (before Aug 1), General (Aug 2–Sep 2), and Race-day (Sep 5) — see the registration page for current pricing.
What’s included in the entry fee?
All runners receive a finisher’s medal. The event also provides on-course entertainment, raffle prizes, and popsicles for kids.
Where can I pick up my packet?
Packet pickup is at the Alvin Recreation Center (3201 TX-35, Alvin, TX 77511): Thursday, Sep 3, 4:00–7:00 PM and Friday, Sep 4, 8:00–11:00 AM.
Is there parking available?
Parking is available at Alvin High School Memorial Stadium. Additional lots are available near the Recreation Center.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:07:19 AM
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