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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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2025
68–89°F
dry
2024
49–71°F
dry
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45–73°F
dry
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57–68°F
dry
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47–70°F
dry
2020
54–81°F
dry
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50–71°F
dry
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51–58°F
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52–76°F
dry
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71–90°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 17
Rain likely · 59–68°F
Saturday, Oct 17starts near 59°F · 17% chance of rain · wind up to 12 mph
About this race
Big Texas Run
Run Big. Celebrate Texas Style.
5K, 10K, 15K, 15K Relay (3 Person)
Arlington, Texas- Texas Live- Globe Life
Everything's BIGGER in Texas — and race day should be too!
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.
Thousands of runners. Loud finish-line energy. Cold beer. Music. Costumes. Cheer squads. And the official after-party at Texas Live!.
Run big. Celebrate bigger. Welcome to race day — Texas style.
THE SWAG
What Every Runner Gets
Your registration includes a full race day experience.
- 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
All distances receive the same premium race swag and finisher medal, making every runner part of the Big Texas Run experience.
EVENT DETAILS
Big Texas Challenge 15K
One runner. Three loops. Full bragging rights!
Take on the complete 15K challenge by running all 3 loops yourself.
Big Texas Relay
Three runners. Three loops. One team.
Grab two friends and split the 15K relay challenge - each teammate runs 1 loop (5K each).
Distances & Format
- 5K = 1loop
- 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, 1 loop per person
Race Day Fun
- Dress up in your favorite Texas team gear for the costume contest!
- Sign up to volunteer and join our cheer squads!
- Celebrate the Texas-sized afterparty following the race!
5K Interactive Map
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
- 6:00 AM Race Day Packet Pickup
- 8:00 AM 5K,10K/15K,15K relay (Wave Start)
- 8:15 AM Post Race Party
- 9:15 AM Awards
- 9:30 AM Game Day Costume Contest
- 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.
Celebrate your finish with:
- A free beer for every runner 21+
- DJ and music
- Costume Contest
- Runners from all distances celebrating together
- Vendors and race day energy
It's the perfect way to cap off a great morning of running!
AWARDS
Overall Male/Female:
5K, 10K, 15K
Overall Relay Team
15K Relay
Age Groups:
5K, 10K, 15K
*Must be present to claim an award. No awards will be mailed out after the event.
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
Fort Worth Running Company - 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.
VIP runners receive:
- 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:
R egister 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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