McAllen- Let’s Move McAllen! Children kindergarten through eighth grades are invited to participate in the kickoff of the McAllen Kids Marathon.

The event is FREE and children will run/walk their first mile toward their marathon goal, as well as participate in the McAllen ISD Let’s Move! Pep Rally Saturday, Sept. 26 at 8 a.m.

The City of McAllen will also host a grand opening of the McAllen Sports Park, located at 3301 Buddy Owens Blvd.

Miss USA First Runner-up Ylianna Guerra and McAllen Mayor Jim Darling will be the special guest speakers at the kickoff.

Who: City of McAllen, McAllen ISD, The Monitor

What: McAllen Kids Marathon Kickoff and Sports Park Grand Opening

When: Saturday, September 26 at 8 a.m.

Where: McAllen Sports Park, 3301 Buddy Owens Blvd.