Saturday, October 10, 2026
Check-In: 6 p.m. First Race: 6:30 p.m. Location: TAMIU Student Center Rotunda
Run the Zombie Run 5K, the Survival Mode Race, or take on both challenges. Same Price.
One registration gives you access to both races. Complete the traditional 5K, enter Survival Mode, or challenge yourself to finish both.
Speed Wins
A standard, competitive 5K through the TAMIU campus. Despite the event's name, there are no zombies in this race.
The first three men and first three women to cross the finish line will receive awards.
Flags First. Time Second.
Run approximately two miles while zombies attempt to take the three flags attached to your survival belt.
One registration includes entry into both races. Participants may complete one race or challenge themselves to complete both.
$40
Online registration deadline
While supplies last; sizes are not guaranteed
Medals and goodie bags
Registration also includes: Race big, Survival Mode belt with three flags, water stations, and event photography.
Race-day registration will be available. Electronic payment is required on race day; cash will not be accepted. Registration fees are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred or substituted.
| 5:45 p.m. | Check-in and race-day packet pickup begin. |
|---|---|
| 6:15 p.m. | Registration for Zombie Run 5K closes. |
| 6:20 p.m. | Participant instructions and race preparation. |
| 6:30 p.m. | Zombie Run 5k begins. |
| 6:45 p.m. | Awards ceremony for Zombie Run 5k. |
| 7:15 p.m. | Survival Mode Registration ends. |
| 7:30 p.m. | Survival Mode race begins. |
| 8 p.m | Award ceremony for Survival Mode |
| 8:30 p.m. | Event concludes. |
Participants should arrive by 6 p.m. to check in, warm up, and receive race instructions.
Texas A&M International University
5201 University Blvd.
Laredo, TX 78041
Check-in will take place in front of the TAMIU Student Center.
Free parking is available in the Student Center North Parking Lot. Participants may enter campus through Entrance 1 or Entrance 2 from southbound Loop 20.
Early packet pickup will take place at TAMIU Recreational Sports on the evening before the race. Race-day pickup begins at 5:45 p.m. in front of the TAMIU Student Center.
Bring a printed or digital copy of your registration ticket. A photo ID is not ordinarily required but may be requested if staff cannot verify a registration.
Costumes are welcomed and encouraged if they allow clear vision and unrestricted movement. Masks and props are not permitted. Costumes may not block race bibs or Survival Mode flags or create a tripping hazard.
There will be no bag check. Leave valuables at home or secured in your vehicle.
The event will continue during light or moderate rain. It may be delayed, modified, or canceled if lightning, severe weather, or other hazardous conditions make the course unsafe.
Updates will be sent by participant email and posted on Instagram at @txamiu_recsports.
The course includes areas that may not be accessible to all mobility devices. Participants requesting an accommodation should contact TAMIU Recreational Sports before registering so available options can be discussed.
All participants must register and complete the required event waiver. Participants under 18 must have a waiver completed by a parent or legal guardian.
Clarissa Guerrero and TAMIU Recreational Sports
clarissa.guerrero@tamiu.edu | 956.326.3014 | @txamiu_recsports
RecSports Instagram
@txamiu_recsports
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