In 172 days · Sun, Dec 13, 2026
When
Sunday, December 13th, 2026
Where
Pace Bend Park, Spicewood TX
Distances
Marathon · Ultra · Half · 10K
About this race
Holiday Victory Lap
Boston Qualifying Marathon
Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K
Date and Time: December 13th at 9:30 AM
Location: Pace Bend Park, Spicewood, TX
Race Categories:
- 50K: Full ultra marathon experience
- Marathon: Boston qualifying marathon
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles of running bliss
- 10K: A scenic 6.2 miles
- 5K: Short but sweet
A winter running celebration with stunning lake views and Boston Marathon qualification potential!
BQ Alert
Boston Qualifier Alert! This is a USATF-certified marathon course: Certification code: TX25015LAB. Course specifically designed with Boston qualification in mind! Our 1.64-mile loop format allows runners to master the course with each lap, creating the perfect opportunity to strategically pace your way to a BQ time.
Course Highlights
- Strategic Loop Design: 1.64 miles per loop (16 loops for full marathon, 8 for half)
- 100% Paved Surface: Smooth, consistent running conditions for optimal performance
- Minimal Elevation: Balanced terrain to reduce fatigue
- Perfect Pacing Opportunity: Learn the course quickly and optimize your speed
- Personal Aid Station: Customize your nutrition every 1.64 miles
Course Details
The paved course features moderate climbs and gentle descents. This balanced profile prevents the quad fatigue of excessive downhill courses while providing enough variety to engage different muscle groups.
- Holiday Victory Ultra: 50M & 50K
- Star of Texas Marathon: Including Half Marathon
- Holiday Victory 10K:
- Holiday Victory 5K:
Boston Qualification Advantage
Our unique loop course format offers strategic benefits for Boston hopefuls! The marathon course is USATF-certified and a Boston Marathon qualifier — designed to help runners achieve qualifying times.
By your third lap, you'll know exactly where to push and where to conserve energy.
Event Features
- Professional Chip Timing: Accurate splits and finish times for all participants
- Frequent Split Times: Track your progress every lap
- Spectator-Friendly Format: Supporters can cheer multiple times
- Finisher Recognition: Challenge coin and medal for all finishers
- Part of Winter Series: Advent Run to New Year Challenge
Pace Requirements
The Star of Texas Marathon Challenge:
- 9:45 AM: Complete at least 3 loops (4.65 miles)
- 10:30 AM: Complete at least 6 loops (9.3 miles)
- 11:15 AM: Complete at least 9 loops (13.95 miles)
- 12:00 PM: Complete at least 12 loops (18.6 miles)
- 12:30 PM: Complete at least 15 loops (23.25 miles)
- 1:00 PM: Complete all loops (26.2 miles)
Join us at Pace Bend Park on December 13th for a unique loop course experience with Boston Qualifier potential!
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