What race distances can I run in Waco?
Waco has 5K (16), 10K (4), 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 Waco, Texas
Upcoming running races in and near Waco, 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 · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Waco races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Wed, Sep 16, 2026Jacob's Ladder Challenge Waco, TXFreeDetails Sat, Oct 10, 2026Running With The Bulls Waco, TXFrom $25Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Waco, TX Waco, TXFrom $45Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Waco Waco, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Waco Run Tour - CASA Color Run Waco, TXFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Chupacabra Trail Run Waco, TXFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Mt. McLane 5K and Fun Run Waco, TXFrom $15Register Sat, Nov 14, 2026H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede Waco, TXFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede Waco, TXFrom $25Details Sun, Nov 15, 2026Turkey Shuffle - Waco Waco, TXFrom $25Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Poultry in Motion; Waco Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K and 1K Run/Walk Waco, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Waco Run Tour - Frosty 5K Waco, TXFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K Waco, TXFrom $30Details Sun, Jan 17, 2027Bigfoot Classic - Waco Waco, TXFrom $30Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027Rodeo Stampede - Waco Waco, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Mardi Gras Madness - Waco Waco, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Unbound Now's Light Up The Dark 5K Waco, TXFrom $40Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Waco Sports Corporate Cup Waco, TXFreeDetails Sun, Apr 4, 2027Spring Fling - Waco Waco, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Waco Waco, TXFrom $30Details
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 Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Waco
When is race season in Waco?
October is the busiest month for races in Waco, with 6 of the 20, followed by November 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 Waco?
9 of the 20 races in Waco 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 Waco races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 races in Waco with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:56, 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 Waco?
Browse Waco run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Waco?
Yes, 2 races around Waco get you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race, and 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.