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17th Annual Buffalo Stampede 
5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run!

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A group of racers on the track of the Buffalo Stampede.

Race Details

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Location

3232 Briarcrest Dr.

Bryan, TX

Date and Time

October 18, 2025

5K Race starts at 7:30 AM

1 Mile Fun Run starts at 7:45 AM

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Two runners on the track of the Buffalo Stampede Half Marathon and 5k Race.

Join us for the 17th Annual
Buffalo Stampede 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run!

These live Chrono timed races use
disposable bib tags on USATF
Certified courses benefitting the
Brazos Valley Museum of Natural
History. All Sports Timing is
conducting the race, and race results
will be available at
www.allsportstiming.com.

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A group of runners taking off from the starting line as the Buffalo Stampede Half-Marathon and 5k Race starts.
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REGISTER for our race!

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NOTE: Online registration will end at 5 pm on October 17, although paper registrations will still be

accepted on Race Day, October 18. The following rates apply to the 2024 Buffalo Stampede.

5K Registration fee

February 28 - August 18

Paper: $35

Online: $30

August 19 - October 6

Paper: $40

Online: $35

October 7 - October 17

Paper: $45

Online: $40

Race Day

Paper: $50

1 Mile Fun Run Registration Fee

February 28 - August 18

Paper: $25

Online: $20

August 19 - October 6

Paper: $30

Online: $25

October 7 - October 17

Paper: $35

Online: $30

Race Day

Paper: $40

Course Details and Amenities

The 5K course is gently rolling, scenic, relatively flat, fast, and takes you through open country and past neighborhoods and parks. It has a downhill finish, and offers you a great chance for a PR and a tune-up for other races. Courses are out and back and offer a safe route well marked by Area Wide Protective.Two Cheer Stations will be along the route to encourage runners. The first 2 cheer stations to sign up will be chosen and receive a cash prize!  The Course closes at 9am.


Celebrity Starter

Each year the Museum partners with a local celebrity to kick off the Stampede. Last year, Buffalo Bill paid us a visit, and past starters included Texas A&M Women's Basketball Coach Gary Blair and Olympic Gold Medalist, Randy Matson. Stay tuned for our surprise announcement later this summer regarding this year’s celebrity starter!
 

Registration & Packet Pick-Up

Runners' packets and late registration will be available on Thursday, October 16, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Friday, October 17, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Museum. Packets may also be picked up on race day beginning at 6:00 am. Race Day registrations will be accepted from 6:00-7:00 am, but prior registration is STRONGLY encouraged. Online registration closes October 17 at 5 pm; paper registration is available through race day. Directions to the Museum are available at: www.brazosvalleymuseum.org. Entry fees are non-refundable; NO exceptions.


Parking and Race Day Access

The entrance to the Brazos Center from Briarcrest will be closed. Visitors must enter the Museum's parking lot from the back of the Target shopping center.


Awards and Age Divisions

Overall male and female finishers in the 5K will receive beautiful unique buffalo sculpture trophies. First, second, and third place awards are given in the 5K for each 10-year age group. Age-group awards are buffalo head trophies for first place and custom buffalo medals for second and third places. Age-groups are: 12 and under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80-85; 86+. 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run finishers will receive unique finisher medals. Age group awards will not be given in the 1 Mile Fun Run.


Awards Ceremony

5K Awards will be presented at 9 am (sooner if all runners are in).

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Cheer Station
Friends and family can create a cheer station to cheer runners on the course! 

  • The course will have 2 Cheer Stations (each including at least 4 people); the first 2 stations to sign up will be chosen and receive $150 each.

  • All cheer station participants will receive free T-shirts, snacks, admission to the Museum, as well as enjoy Boonville Days activities, and more!

  • Cheer Station Information Packets with the team’s course location must be picked up at the Museum on Thursday, October 16, or Friday, October 17, from 10:00 am to 5 pm.

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Interested in forming a cheer station?

Official Race Photos

Photos on the course, at the finish line, and for awards will be taken by Spring Action Photos and may be viewed on their website post-race. Questions? Contact the Spring Action Photos staff at springactionphotos@gmail.com!
 

T-Shirt

 All registrants will receive a T-shirt, however sizes and availability are guaranteed by race day only for registration made on or before October 1. You may also purchase an additional race t-shirt for $18 until October 18 as supplies last. You may call to see if we have extras available after that date. 

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Weather
The event will be held RAIN or SHINE! If the event is canceled due to dangerous weather, entry fees will NOT be refunded.


Course Regulations
No skateboards, bicycles, devices with wheels, or dogs will be allowed on the course with runners. Parents running or walking with children in strollers are welcome.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

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Volunteer

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Looking to help out with the race? 

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Become a Sponsor

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BOONVILLE DAYS

After the race...

Enjoy Boonville Days Texas Heritage Festival of fronteir skills, chuck wagon cooking, arts, and music. Festive Boonville Days activities from 9am-4pm are inside and
outside the Museum. Museum admission is
free during the event!

Two longhorns with their handler during the Boonville Days festival.
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