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Running Races in Texas

Every upcoming running race in Texas, all 1,000 of them. 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and marathons with dates, pricing, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

1,000 upcoming races · 367 with finish-time stats

By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Texas races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Races by City in Texas

Soonest Races in Texas

1,000 total

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Racing in Texas

Which Texas cities have the most races?

San Antonio (119), Houston (101), Fort Worth (73), Dallas (37) have the most upcoming races in Texas. If you are willing to travel an hour or two, those give you the widest choice of dates and distances.

What race distances can I run in Texas?

Texas has 5K (851), 10K (399), Half Marathon (293), Marathon (37), Ultra (15). Pick a distance to narrow the list to races you would actually enter.

When is race season in Texas?

October is the busiest month for races in Texas, with 229 of the 1000, followed by September with 180. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Are Texas races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 367 races in Texas with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:03, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Are there trail races in Texas?

Yes, 53 races around Texas get you off the pavement: 38 are trail races, and 15 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.