What race distances can I run in Tyler?
Tyler has 5K (17), Half Marathon (5). 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 Tyler, Texas
Upcoming running races in and near Tyler, Texas - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
20 upcoming races · 9 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Tyler races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 8, 2026Family Circle Fun Run Tyler, TXFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (34) Tyler, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 29, 2026Overdose Awareness 5k- Strides to Save Tyler, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026East Texas Gold Run Tyler, TXFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Medal Madness 5K, & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (39) Tyler, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Heart of Tyler Hustle: Oktoberfest 5K Tyler, TXFrom $30Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Tyler, TX Tyler, TXFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026The Pink Pursuit Tyler, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Death by 5k Tyler Tyler, TXFrom $170Register Sat, Oct 24, 2026CHRISTUS Health Halloween Hustle 5K & Kids Dash Tyler, TXFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (43) Tyler, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Run for One Tyler, TXFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Run for Royalty Tyler, TXFrom $40Register Thu, Nov 26, 202624th Annual Tyler Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Run Tyler, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (48) Tyler, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Tyler Rudolph Run Tyler, TXFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 26, 2026Holiday 5K & 13.1M at Tyler, TX (52) Tyler, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Take Heart 10K & 5K Tyler, TXFrom $35Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027FRESH 15 Tyler, TXFrom $45Details Sat, Apr 3, 20272027 Tyler Run for Autism - 16th Annual Tyler, TXFrom $25Details
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 Tyler
When is race season in Tyler?
September is the busiest month for races in Tyler, with 4 of the 20, followed by October with 4. 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 Tyler?
10 of the 20 races in Tyler 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 Tyler races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 9 races in Tyler with published results, the typical median finish is around 39:59, 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 Tyler?
Browse Tyler run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Tyler?
Yes, one race around Tyler gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.