Trinity River Hop 5K & 10K (Fort Worth)
Course HighlightsThe Trinity River Hop takes place on the Trinity Trails — Fort Worth's crown jewel trail network running along the Trinity River — starting and finishing at Gateway Park's Fort Woof parking lot. The 5K course completes one loop while the 10K runs two, taking runners past the Gateway Circle, around the soccer fields, and out onto the Trinity Trails toward the Randoll Mill Pedestrian Bridge. The 2026 edition is the first to include a half marathon and full
Run the Alamo Half Marathon & Marathon
Course HighlightsRun the Alamo delivers the most historically rich running experience in Texas. The sunrise start at Hemisfair — marked by a live cannon blast and multiple musket volleys — immediately signals that this is no ordinary race. The Boston Qualifier-certified course runs literally past the Alamo on Houston Street, winds through the San Pedro Cultural Park, passes the iconic San Fernando Cathedral, meanders through the tree-lined King William Historic District, and visits the World Heritage Spanish colonial Missions before
BMW Dallas Marathon — 10K & 5K Saturday
Course HighlightsThe Saturday BMW Dallas Marathon 10K and 5K both start and finish at Dallas City Hall Plaza, taking runners through the heart of downtown Dallas with views of the distinctive Dallas skyline. The Saturday courses are designed to showcase the energy of downtown Dallas while offering a distance accessible to runners of all levels. The Friday Night Lights 1-Mile Race at 7:00 PM Friday, December 11 adds a unique under-the-lights experience to the festival, with floodlights, cheering spectators, and
Spurs Austin International Half Marathon
Course HighlightsThe Spurs Austin International Half Marathon is engineered for speed. The point-to-point course begins at Stonelake Blvd in north Austin and descends roughly 300 feet over 13.1 miles — through the Domain shopping district, down MoPac, into the 38th Street corridor, and through the University of Texas neighborhood — before finishing at the Texas State Capitol. The nearly unbroken net downhill profile makes this one of the fastest half marathon courses in the South, and it has hosted numerous
San Antonio Marathon & Half Marathon
Course HighlightsThe San Antonio Marathon course is a genuine tour of the city's soul. Starting near downtown's Main Plaza and the San Fernando Cathedral, runners pass the historic Alamo and wind along the cypress-lined River Walk. The route then moves through the leafy King William and Southtown districts, up the St. Mary's Strip, into Brackenridge Park and through Alamo Heights and Olmos Park, before returning down Broadway to finish at Hemisfair beside the Tower of the Americas. The course is
Bayou City Classic 10K
Course HighlightsThe Bayou City Classic 10K starts on Smith Street in downtown Houston and finishes along McKinney Street near City Hall, weaving through the heart of the city past Hermann Square — one of Houston's most beloved public spaces adjacent to City Hall. The USATF-certified 10K course and the companion 5K Fun Run both begin and finish near City Hall, keeping the entire event centered in a walkable, spectator-friendly downtown area. Hermann Square serves as the vibrant post-race gathering zone.Race
Aramco Houston Half Marathon
Course HighlightsThe Aramco Houston Half Marathon shares the same flat, fast streets as the Chevron Houston Marathon, beginning downtown and sweeping through Houston's most iconic neighborhoods. The course is USATF-certified and renowned for its pancake-flat profile — with virtually no elevation change, it's regularly cited as one of the fastest half marathon courses in the United States and has hosted American record attempts. Partner hotels are within walking distance of the Expo, start line, and finish line, making race morning
BMW Dallas Marathon
Course HighlightsThe BMW Dallas Marathon begins and ends at Dallas City Hall Plaza at the corner of Marilla St. and S. Akard St. in downtown Dallas. The course winds through the city's most vibrant neighborhoods — including Deep Ellum, Uptown, Knox-Henderson, and Lakewood — with iconic views of the Dallas skyline and some of the city's most celebrated murals and architecture. The 50K Ultra adds an additional loop for the most ambitious competitors. Tens of thousands of spectators line the
Austin Distance Challenge
Series OverviewThe Austin Distance Challenge is the ultimate Texas running journey — a structured five-race series that takes runners from the Daisy Dash 10K in October all the way to the Austin Marathon or Half Marathon in February. Organized by the Austin Runners Club for nearly three decades, the series attracts runners of every level who want accountability, community, and a goal to chase through Austin's best racing season. The 2025–26 series spans October 18, 2025 through February 15, 2026;
Run For The Water 10-Miler & 5K
Course HighlightsThe Run For The Water course begins in downtown Austin and heads west through Tarrytown and the rolling hills of West Austin before finishing flat and fast back near the lakefront. The 10-miler earns its reputation with genuine elevation challenges in the middle miles — a beloved 600-meter Hill Challenge section pits runners in a sprint up a notable incline, with winners crowned in a dedicated ceremony. The 5K and Kids K offer equally scenic routes accessible to all