🏃 Races in Texas

Get ready to run a timed 5K along Buffalo Bayou, the historic 53-mile waterway that's been around for 18,000 years and is where Houston was born! This welcoming event is perfect for runners, joggers, and walkers of any fitness level, giving you the chance to enjoy fresh air while supporting fellow participants. Finish strong, celebrate your accomplishment, and check out the course map to prepare for race day!

Get ready to celebrate over a decade of running excellence with Edragon Productions at this budget-friendly festival in San Antonio! You'll have the flexibility to choose your own challenge—whether you're tackling a half-marathon or going all-out for a mile—making it perfect for runners of every level. Spots are limited to the first 1,000 participants, so don't miss your chance to be part of this special community event.

Get ready for an action-packed XC mountain bike experience at 29 Pines Ranch in Henderson, TX on August 30th, 2026—the opening event of the TMBRA Texas Cup series hosted by DFW Series. You'll tackle 7 miles of professionally designed trails built by Vanguard Trail Works, complete with over 200 berms, jumps, and an incredible 40-foot fly-over/fly-under feature that make this one of Texas's premier races. Make a weekend of it with onsite camping (no electrical hookups) and bring your paddleboard to cool off in the lake, plus take advantage of pre-registration discounts available until race week!

Join us for a fantastic morning of running, walking, or simply supporting an incredible cause in College Station! We'll kick things off with registration at 7am, with the action starting at 8am—and everyone's welcome to participate however works best for you. Stay tuned for more information as we get closer to race day!

This free race in Waco serves as the target event for the Waco Striders Summer Training Program, featuring chip timing and post-run refreshments (though no shirts or medals—just bragging rights!). You'll need to be a Waco Striders Running Club member to participate, but you can join during registration, and the course runs from Anniversary Park to Baylor Campus via roads, then to MCC Campus on flat trails before returning to Anniversary Park. If you'd prefer to skip the second half, you have the option to run only the first leg to Baylor Campus, and remember that the course will have normal vehicular traffic since it follows the club's standard Saturday group run format.

Get ready to pound the pavement on an actual airport tarmac at this year's 5th Annual Run the Runway happening Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Midland, TX—you can choose between a competitive 5K or a leisurely 1-mile fun run, both starting early in the morning at Midland Airpark. Your entry fee covers a race shirt, finisher medal, and post-race snacks, plus you'll get free admission to Fly Into Fall, an exciting community aviation festival running from 9:00 AM with planes on display, flight simulators, activities for kids, and food vendors. Arrive by 6:00 AM for packet pickup, expect the 1-mile fun run to kick off at 7:15 AM and the 5K at 7:35 AM, with everything finishing up by 9:15 AM.

Get ready for this year's 8th Annual Corazon De Ninos Run happening in El Paso on August 23, 2026 at 8:00 a.m., featuring both a 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk option! You can pick up your race packet on August 21st (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.) or August 22nd at National Furniture Liquidators on Gateway Boulevard East, and the first 3,000 registrants will receive a dri-fit shirt and bag (sizes are first-come, first-served with no exchanges available). The race offers fantastic prizes including finisher medals for all 5K and 1 Mile participants, special medals for age group and overall winners, team awards, and a drawing with $1,400 in total prizes for all participants, with age group categories ranging from 11 and under through

Lace up and head to Fort Stockton for this 5k tribute celebrating the life of Eddie Vela, a 15-year-old whose memory will live on through this special event. Whether you prefer to run or walk, you'll have the opportunity to connect with others, swap stories, and keep Eddie's spirit alive in the community. Come be part of this meaningful gathering happening in 2026!

Head out for an early morning run choosing from 10k, 5k, or 1k distances, then celebrate with brews at Katy Beer Garden in Katy, Texas—everyone gets an event shirt and medal, plus the 10k and 5k runners compete for age group awards. After your run, relax with friends while enjoying a drink, dancing to the DJ, and snapping photos at our photo booth. Walkers, dogs, and strollers are all welcome!

Join this meaningful 5K and 10K event at Veterans Memorial Park in Beeville to honor Matthew "Adam" Jimenez, with the 10K kicking off at 8:00 AM and the 5K beginning at 8:20 AM. The first 100 participants to register will receive a guaranteed shirt and medal (available on a first-come, first-served basis, though sizes aren't guaranteed), and a portion of proceeds will support a scholarship fund dedicated to this remarkable young man. Come be part of a wonderful community gathering for an important cause!

Join us for the Annual Kevin Napier Invitational, a fantastic running event taking place right here in Houston, TX! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to challenge yourself and be part of our running community.

Join us for the 6th Annual City of Edinburg Triathlon on August 16th, 2026 at Edinburg Parks & Recreation (315 Mark S Peña Dr.), starting at 7:30 a.m. Choose your challenge: the 12 & Under division features a 100-meter swim, 4.5-mile bike, and 1-mile run, while the Recreational division (13+) and Competitive division follow the same distances with the Competitive option doubling the swim to 200 meters and the run to 2 miles plus extending the bike to 9 miles. All finishers earn a medal, competitive divisions receive age-group awards for $25, helmets are mandatory, and floatation and snorkeling devices are prohibited—plus register early since spots fill up at 320 participants and shirt sizes are limited!

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Think you have what it takes to survive a zombie apocalypse? At this Edinburg, TX 5K, you'll start with 3 lives and navigate through designated Zombie Zones where undead runners will try to tag you—losing a life each time you're caught. Use the safe areas between zones strategically to make your escape, and you'll earn a custom medal at the finish line regardless of whether you finish as a Survivor, Escapee, or Infected!

Join a fun, self-guided 3-mile run or walk in Dallas this August that celebrates architects from your favorite TV shows—think Mike Brady, Ted Mosby, and Art Vandelay. You'll connect with fellow runners, walkers, and creative types at Community Beer Company while enjoying good company and community vibes. Stick around after for breakfast tacos and two complimentary beers, all included in the $35 registration fee.

Get ready for a fantastic day of racing in San Antonio at Pearsall Park, where you can choose between a half marathon, 10k, or 5k that welcomes runners of all abilities. You'll stay refreshed thanks to aid stations stocked with water, electrolytes, and cooling towels at every mile, plus you'll take home a finisher's medal, turkey leg, race swag, and more. All participants compete for age group awards, half marathon finishers receive a special t-shirt, and the first 100 registrants get an exclusive singlet while others receive a short sleeve shirt.

Get ready to dust off those running shoes and experience the excitement of competitive track and field at Klein Memorial Stadium in Spring, TX! This adult-friendly meet on Saturday, August 15, 2026 welcomes everyone from seasoned athletes to first-timers, offering a variety of events including sprints, middle-distance runs, relays, and field competitions—all in a welcoming, supportive community atmosphere. For just $35, you'll get entry to up to three individual events and the chance to chase personal records while having a blast!

Join this fun 5K fundraiser in Early, TX supporting American Heritage Girls, a faith-based nonprofit program for girls ages 5-18 affiliated with High Mesa Cowboy Church. All fitness levels are welcome, and the event features live bands, vendor booths, and food trucks from 8-11 am, with proceeds going toward scholarships to make the program more accessible to the Brownwood community. Register early by August 3 for the special rate of $35 per person for groups.

Join this Cedar Park, TX running event that combines your love of fitness with post-race bagels, offering 5K, 10K, and half-marathon distances for all ages and abilities. Waves fill up quickly, so sign up soon—you can also choose a virtual option or join the waitlist if your preferred wave is full. This intimate, coordinator-supported group run welcomes runners and walkers of all paces in a relaxed, no-frills environment, with optional timing that you can track via your favorite running app and submit to share your results online.

Join a vibrant community celebration in Killeen, TX where you can run, walk, or ride while enjoying health assessments, live music, nutritious snacks, and exciting giveaways—all designed to inspire healthier living. Hosted by Agape Church of God in Christ Holistic Ministry, this fun event supports the Cereni-Te Supervised Independent Living program, with all proceeds going directly to help the community. Grab your family, friends, and furry companions for a day of fitness and fun!

Head to Fort Worth for a fun community 5K, 10K, or half marathon that celebrates both fitness and fresh bagels—perfect whether you're serious about your pace or just here for the post-run treats. This intimate, capped group run welcomes all abilities and ages (kids under 18 need a guardian) in a low-pressure environment with coordinator support, and you can track your time optionally using your favorite running app or simply enjoy the experience. Waves fill up quickly, so grab your spot soon or consider the virtual option if in-person slots sell out!

Love bagels and running? This Houston-based event offers 5K, 10K, and half-marathon options where you can enjoy a workout followed by delicious bagels with your community. Waves fill up quickly, so sign up soon—you can also choose a virtual option or join the waitlist if needed. All fitness levels and ages (kids welcome with a guardian) are invited to run or walk at your own pace with coordinator support in a low-pressure, welcoming environment.

Ready to pound the pavement and earn some carbs? This San Antonio event lets you choose your distance with a 5K, 10K, or half marathon option, followed by the best part—fresh bagels! It's an inclusive, community-focused run welcoming all ages and fitness levels (walkers too!), with optional timing so you can track your performance however you prefer while enjoying a relaxed, supportive atmosphere with local running clubs.

Join this 5K benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Edinburg Rio Grande Valley on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Edinburg Municipal Park from 7am-11am. You'll enjoy a scenic route through the park while supporting programs that serve over 4,100 youth and teens in the community each year, with finishers receiving a medal and t-shirt (a Fun Run option starting at 7:30 a.m. offers a medal but no shirt or age group awards). All proceeds go directly toward providing quality programming and services to thousands of underserved young people in the area.