Couples Connect 5K

Inaugural Couples Connect 5K – Valentine’s Day 2026

We’re excited to announce the very first Couples Connect 5K, happening on Valentine’s Day 2026! This brand-new event is all about celebrating love, health, and connection in a fun and active way.

• Date: February 14, 2026
• Location: 2960 Epic Place, Grand Prairie, TX
• Event Focus: Celebrate love, health, and connection
• Participation: For singles and couples alike!

Event Highlights

Whether you’re running with your partner, walking with your spouse, showing up with a friend, or joining solo—this race is for everyone. Don’t have a partner? No worries—you may just meet them here! The Couples Connect 5K is designed to bring people together.

• Scenic Course: A beautiful route to enjoy
• Festive Atmosphere: Celebrating Valentine’s in style
• Themed Race Swag: Unique items to remember the event
• Post-Race Activities: Music, sweet treats, and connections

Couples, This One’s for You!

Think you and your partner have what it takes to cross the finish line together? The fastest overall couple in the Couples Connect 5K will win a one-night hotel stay at the Homewood Suite by Hilton Grand Prairie at Epic Central.

• Reward: One-night hotel stay for fastest couple
• Registration: Must sign up as a "Team" to qualify
• Challenge: Gather your running shoes and partner!
• Top Duo: Who will come out on top?

Registration Reminder

"Lock in your race T-shirt—register before February 1, 2026!"

Refund/Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy: All Lace Up Running events proceed rain or shine or snow or cold. For that reason, we have a strict no refund policy.

• Extreme Weather: Start time may be delayed
• Cours Changes: May be altered for safety
• Cancellation: Possible if conditions become unsafe
• Participant Safety: Always our priority

Our goal is to always produce a full event as scheduled and only modify these plans due to safety concerns caused by weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding of these policies and we appreciate your participation.

Virtual Race Option

If you are unable to participate in the event, or the event is canceled, you can still receive your packet, shirt, and medal and you simply run the race on your own time on your own course. See our virtual race information for complete details.

More Information

Join us for this exciting first annual Couples Connect 5K—because nothing says Valentine’s Day like crossing the finish line together!

For more details, visit our race page.