About The Honor Connor Run
SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST A RACE, the 2026 Honor Connor 5k and Smile Mile is a full-fledged celebration. Known as the happiest race in DFW, more than 1000 runners join this high-energy event that celebrates the life of Connor Kelly Gage, a 15-year old freshman who lost his life to a preventable lake drowning in 2012. This USATF-certified, family-friendly race features a flat, scenic course that winds its way around a beautiful lake and the enchanting homes in Hometown, North Richland Hills, TX. The run benefits The LV Project, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to drowning prevention and living buoyantly. You'll find lots of miles. And even more smiles. Join us!
Event Info
May 16, 2026 | NRH, TX
Courses and prices:
- Course name: 5k, Distance: 5K, Prices: $30.00 - $35.00 - $45.00
- Course name: Smile Mile (1 Mile), Distance: 1 Miles, Prices: $25.00 - $30.00 - $40.00
- Course name: Virtual Runner, Distance: 5K, Prices: $45.00
Race location
Birdville FAAC (Fine Arts & Athletics Complex)
9200 Mid Cities Blvd
North Richland Hills, TX 76180 US
Benefiting The LV Project, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to drowning prevention, and helping people be buoyant on water, and in life.