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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Texas Live! 1650 E Randol Mill Rd, Arlington, TX. 76011, Arlington TX
5K · 15K · 10K
60–79°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Big Texas Run
Run Big. Celebrate Texas Style.
Event Overview
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Location: Texas Live! 1650 E Randol Mill Rd, Arlington, TX 76011
- Distanced: 5K, 10K, 15K, 15K Relay (3 Person)
- URL: Register Here
About the Race
Join us Saturday, October 17, for the 5th Annual Big Texas Run, set in the heart of DFW at the iconic Texas Live! event center in Arlington, TX — just minutes from both Dallas and Fort Worth.
This is not your average road race. It’s a high-energy Texas-style running experience packed with big crowds, big music, big finish-line moments, and an unforgettable post-race party.
Choose Your Challenge
- 5K: 1 loop
- 10K: 2 loops
- Big Texas Challenge 15K: 3 loops completed solo
- Big Texas Relay: grab two friends and split the 15K relay challenge
Whether you’re chasing a PR, racing your friends, rocking your favorite Texas team gear, or just showing up for the atmosphere, the Big Texas Run was built to feel more like a celebration than a typical race.
The Swag
What Every Runner Gets
- Official Big Texas Run short-sleeve tech shirt
- Custom race bib
- Big Texas Finisher Medal
- Free beer at the Texas Live! after-party
- DJ and music at the start/finish line
- Vendor Village and race day festival
- Post-race snacks and refreshments
Event Details
Distances & Format:
- 5K: 1 loop
- 10K: 2 loops
- Big Texas Challenge 15K: 3 loops completed by one runner
- Big Texas 15K Relay: 3 loops total, completed by a 3-person team
Race Day Schedule
- 6:00 AM: Race Day Packet Pickup
- 8:00 AM: 5K, 10K/15K, 15K relay (Wave Start)
- 9:15 AM: Awards
- 11:00 AM: Course Closes
Post-Run Celebration
Texas Live! After-Party: When the race ends, the celebration begins. All runners are invited to the official Big Texas Run after-party at Texas Live!, one of the most iconic sports and entertainment venues in Texas.
- A free beer for every runner 21+
- DJ and music
- Runners from all distances celebrating together
- Vendors and race day energy
Awards
Overall Male/Female: 5K, 10K, 15K
Overall Relay Team: 15K Relay
Age Groups: 5K, 10K, 15K
Packet Pickup
Thursday, October 15: Mountain Sports, 10AM - 6PM, 2025 W Pioneer Pkwy, Pantego, TX 76013
Friday, October 16: Ft Worth Running Company, 10AM - 4PM, 3000 S Hulen St #158, Fort Worth, TX 76109
Saturday, October 17: Race Day, 6:00AM - 7:55AM, Texas Live! 1650 E Randol Mill Rd, Arlington, TX. 76011
VIP Experience
Upgrade your race day with the Big Texas VIP Experience.
- Premium race day parking
- Two beer tickets (instead of one)
- VIP race day perks - VIP bag, Special designated check-in
*Limited VIP spots available.
Offers and Discounts
Friends and Family Bundle: Register 4 or more in one transaction and get $5 OFF each person. Save $20 or more!
*Discounts will be automatically applied at the end of your transaction.
Check out the website for more information.
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