What race distances can I run in Plano?
Plano has 5K (10). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Plano, Texas
Upcoming running races in and near Plano, Texas - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
13 upcoming races · 10 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Plano races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 15, 2026Run Fest Plano, TXFrom $48Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Plano Pacers 3x3K Relay + FREE Kids 1K Plano, TXFrom $15Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026MISSION:POSSIBLE Body Fit 5K Run & 1Mile Fun Walk Plano, TXFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Plano Pacers Fall Fling 5M/2M (and Free Kids 1K) Plano, TXFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Superhero Run 5k and Fun Run - Walk, Run, Wheelchair/Handcycle Roll Plano, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Run/Walk for a Hunger Free World Plano, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Plano Pacers Boo Scoot 5K/10K and Free Kids 1K Plano, TXFrom $15Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Patriots Run 5K Plano, TXFrom $25Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Plano Turkey Trot 5K Plano, TXFrom $13Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Plano Pacers Turkey Run Off - 5K/15K and Free Kid's 1K Plano, TXFrom $15Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Gingerbread Lane 5K & 10K Dallas Plano, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 26, 2026Plano Pacers Holiday Hustle 3K/8K + Free Kids 1K Plano, TXFrom $15Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Hope Run For Hunger 5K 2027 Plano, TXFrom $55Details
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 Plano
When is race season in Plano?
October is the busiest month for races in Plano, with 3 of the 13, followed by November with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Plano?
3 of the 13 races in Plano already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Plano races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 10 races in Plano with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:13, 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.
Where can I train for a race in Plano?
Browse Plano run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.