Running Races in Texas
Texas has 1,109 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. That is the 2nd-highest event count for running of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in September through November, quietest in March, May, and June. No single city dominates the calendar. San Antonio leads with 133 races, followed by Houston (93), Fort Worth (74), and Dallas (51). The remaining 68% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Texas
Oct (218) · Sep (179) · Nov (164) · Aug (146) · Dec (118) · Jul (98) · Jan (51) · Feb (48) · Mar (28) · Apr (28) · May (21) · Jun (10)
Notable Texas events
- Chevron Houston Marathon — Houston, January 17 — full marathon (Boston-qualifier course)
Showing 24 of 1,109
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Jim Omohundro Courage Memorial Sundown Rundown 5k Run & 1 mile walk
July 17, 2026
El Paso, TX
Running
Shark Week 5K, 10K - Austin, TX
Pflugerville, TX
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Shark Week 5K, 10K - Austin, TX
July 18, 2026
Pflugerville, TX
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CRC Hell's Half Acre Half Marathon & 5K
Fort Worth, TX
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CRC Hell's Half Acre Half Marathon & 5K
July 18, 2026
Fort Worth, TX
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2yrs with Urban Run Club SATX - Fun Run/Walk Celebration!
July 18, 2026
San Antonio, TX
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Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.