11th Annual Causeway Run and Walk

Event date: Saturday, September 12, 2026

11th Annual Summer Causeway Run & Walk Registrations Now Open!

Name: 43rd Annual Causeway Run and Walk (Coming Soon)
Start: 2027-04-10T06:30:00-05:00
End: 2027-04-10T09:00:00-05:00
Location: Port Isabel Event and Cultural Center

Get ready for one of the most scenic and exciting races on the Texas coast! The 11th Annual Summer Causeway Run & Walk returns on Saturday, September 12, 2026, bringing runners and walkers together for an unforgettable sunrise experience across the iconic Queen Isabella Causeway.

📍 Start Line: Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center
🏁 Finish Line: Beach Waterpark, South Padre Island

Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a fitness challenge, or simply looking for a fun morning with family and friends, this event offers something for everyone. Participants will enjoy breathtaking views of the Laguna Madre Bay, a vibrant race-day atmosphere, and the unique opportunity to cross the Causeway as the sun rises over the Gulf Coast.

Register Online:

https://portisabelchamberofcommerce.redpodium.com/11th-annual-summer-causeway-run-and-walk

👥 Group discounts available for teams of 10 or more! Exclusive discounts for students, Active duty military, and Veterans!
📧 Email: admin@portisabel.org / portisabelchamber@gmail.com
📞 Call: (956) 943-2262

Let’s run, walk, and make memories as we conquer the Causeway together!
Who are YOU bringing along?

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43rd Annual Causeway Run and Walk

Saturday, April 10, 2027

43rd Annual Causeway Run & Walk (coming soon)

Set Your Alarms: April 10, 2027!

Mark your calendars for one of the most anticipated events in the Rio Grande Valley—the 43rd Annual Causeway Run & Walk, happening Saturday, April 10, 2027!

Get ready to experience an unforgettable sunrise journey across the legendary Queen Isabella Causeway, connecting Port Isabel to South Padre Island. This iconic race brings together runners, walkers, families, and visitors for a morning filled with energy, coastal views, and community pride.

📍 Race Day Route

🏁 Start Line: Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center
🏁 Finish Line: Beach Waterpark, South Padre Island

Participants will take on a scenic coastal course featuring sunrise views over the Laguna Madre and an electric atmosphere from start to finish.

🏃 Race Options

10K Chip-Timed Run
5K Community Run / Walk

From competitive runners to casual walkers, this event is designed for all fitness levels and all ages.

🌟 Why You’ll Want to Be There

✨ Sunrise over the Causeway like nowhere else
✨ Thousands of participants creating an unbeatable atmosphere
✨ A true coastal Texas tradition
✨ A celebration of fitness, community, and island life

🎉 Finish Line Celebration: Beach Waterpark

Your journey ends in the best way possible: at Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island!

Celebrate your accomplishment with:
🍔 Food vendors and local favorites
🎶 Music and post-race celebration energy
🛍️ Sponsor booths and community partners
🎁 Free giveaways and race-day goodies
📸 Photo opportunities at the finish line
📣 Bring your signs, teams, and celebration spirit!

🚨 Important Note

Registration is NOT open yet, but stay tuned!
Details on registration launch, early bird pricing, sponsorship opportunities, and volunteer sign-ups will be announced soon.

Be ready—this event fills quickly every year!

🌊 Don’t Miss It

This isn’t just a race, it’s a tradition.

Set your alarms. Mark your calendars. We’ll see you at sunrise.

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Family Friendly

Our famous: Shrimp Cook-off Festival!

Saturday, November 7, 2026

🦐 33rd Annual Shrimp Cook Off & Seafood Festival – Coming This Fall! 🎉

Save the Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Get ready for a shrimp-tastic day of food, fun, and flavor at our Famous Shrimp Cook Off & Seafood Festival—a beloved Gulf Coast tradition you won’t want to miss!

🎶 Live Music & Performances
Enjoy an upbeat mix of live bands and fantastic performances by local school groups—all adding to the festive atmosphere!

🍤 Tasty Competitions
Local cooking teams will compete to impress the judges (and you!) with their best Gulf shrimp dishes. From spicy to savory, there’s something for every seafood lover.

🏆 YOU be the judge!
Make your voice (and tastebuds) count in the People’s Choice Award—your vote helps crown the tastiest dish of the day!

🎊 Bring the whole family for:

Incredible local seafood
Artisan vendors & community booths
Kids’ activities
Cold drinks and sweet treats

📍 Location: Sutherlands (Port Isabel)
🕘 Time: Gates open at 11 AM

💥 Want to compete or become a vendor?
Email: admin@portisabel.org
Phone: (956) 943-2262

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October 2026
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Coastal Lighting

October 15 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CDT

Coastal Lighting 414 E. Queen Isabella BLVD, Port Isabel, TX, United States

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April 2027
43rd Annual Causeway Run and Walk (Coming Soon)

April 10, 2027 @ 6:30 am - 9:00 am CDT

Port Isabel Event and Cultural Center 309 Railroad St., Port Isabel, TX, United States

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11th Annual Causeway Run and Walk

11th Annual Summer Causeway Run & Walk Registrations Now Open!

Register Online:

43rd Annual Causeway Run and Walk

43rd Annual Causeway Run & Walk (coming soon)

Set Your Alarms: April 10, 2027!

📍 Race Day Route

🏃 Race Options

🌟 Why You’ll Want to Be There

🎉 Finish Line Celebration: Beach Waterpark

🚨 Important Note

🌊 Don’t Miss It

Our famous: Shrimp Cook-off Festival!

🦐 33rd Annual Shrimp Cook Off & Seafood Festival – Coming This Fall! 🎉

Upcoming Events

43rd Annual Causeway Run and Walk (Coming Soon)

October 2026

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Coastal Lighting

April 2027

43rd Annual Causeway Run and Walk (Coming Soon)

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