Saturday Events
10K (6.2M), 5K (3.1M), 5K Team, 5K Walk (3.1M) & 100M Dash
Presented by CBS Texas
Start your race weekend off by joining us on Saturday, December 13th! Saturday’s events will include a 10K, a 5K, a 5-person 5K Team Challenge and a 100-meter dash for kids! Part of the BMW Dallas Marathon weekend of events, all Saturday events will start & finish in Downtown Dallas, providing great views of the city. Whether a shakeout run for Sunday or to experience the joy of participating in marathon weekend at a shorter distance, these events are the perfect way to start the weekend off right.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
10K: 8:00 AM
5K / 5K Team: 8:10 AM
5K Walk: 8:15 AM
Kid's 100M Dash: 10:00 AM
Oncor Kid's Race: 11:00 AM
Participant Benefits
- Donation to Scottish Rite for Children
- ASICS Tri-Blend Short-Sleeve participant shirt
- Personalized race bib (*if registered by October 31st)
- High-energy start and finish line experience
- Flat & fast course through the heart of downtown Dallas
- Course entertainment to help motivate you along the way
- Finishers medallion for all finishers (see additional custom option below)
- Overall awards for top male & female finishers (5K and 10K)
- Admission to the Post-Race Party featuring music, food, beverages and complimentary beer (participants 21+)
Events
(All events start/finish at Dallas City Hall Plaza)
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10K (6.2M) (8:00am)
This 6.2-mile course offers great city views through Downtown Dallas and Deep Ellum before returning home! -
5K / 5K Team (3.1M) (8:10am)
This fast 3.1 mile course takes you through the heart of Downtown and into Deep Ellum with minimal turns before heading for the finish!The 5K Team event will be the cumulative time of the 5 runners with 3 divisions to enter: all female team, all male team and a co-ed team (must have at least 2 female or 2 male runners). Please note, the team captain will need to pick up all of the team’s participant shirts at the Health & Fitness Expo on Friday, 12/13.
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5K Walk (3.1M) (8:15am)
We are excited to offer a 5K walking event which will start separately from the 5K run. Walkers will get to enjoy the same 5K course in a more relaxed environment! -
Kid’s 100M Dash (10:00am)
Kid’s ages 5 and under are welcome to participate in our 100-meter dash free of charge with a registered adult. Please be sure to select add-on option during registration! -
Oncor Kid’s Race (2-Mile Run or Walk) (11:00am)
All DISD students are able to participate free of charge thanks to our partner Oncor! Registration forms will be made available at your school starting in September. For additional questions, please reach out to us at info@dallasmarathon.com.
Course Map
The BMW Dallas Marathon reserves the right to change the course as needed prior to race date.
Rules and Time Limit
In accordance with the guidelines issued by USA Track & Field and Wheelchair Sports USA, only runners, walkers and wheelchair participants will be allowed on the course. See the official rules for a complete list of course guidelines. The time limit is 1 hour for the 5K and 2 hours for the 10K (20-minute per mile pace or better).
Choctaw Runners Lounge
Upgrade Your Race Weekend - Limited Space Available
Single-day options include Saturday, December 13th (6:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) and Sunday, December 14th (6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) Parking is NOT included but can be purchased separately during registration as space allows.
VIP amenities include:
- Heated Private Tent Access Near the Start/Finish Line
- Private Gear Check
- Pre-Race Snacks & Beverages
- Post-Race Brunch
- Climate-Controlled Restrooms
Special thanks to:
| Event | May 1 - May 31 |
|---|---|
| Saturday Only (12/13) | $44 |
| Sunday Only (12/14) | $89 |
Choctaw Runners Lounge passes can be added during registration or by clicking HERE.
iTAB – Medal Personalization ($15)
Personalize your commemorative BMW Dallas Marathon medal with an iTAB Ribbon Hanger, engraved with your name and finish time. Add iTAB to your registration and your iTAB will be mailed to you shortly after race day.
The iTab can be purchased during registration or by clicking HERE.
Awards
Awards are given to top finishers in 8 categories for each event
Pricing
| Event | May 1 - May 31 |
|---|---|
| 10K (13 and older) | $59 |
| 10K (12 and under) | $10 |
| 5K Team Challenge (5 Participants) | $219 |
| 5K (13 and older) - Run or Walk | $49 |
| 5K (12 and under) | $10 |
| Kid's 100M Dash (5 and under) | Free |
*Packet pick-up for the Saturday Events will take place at the Health & Fitness Expo on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
**Transfers are available through October 31, 2025 by visiting your Race Roster dashboard and clicking on the TRANSFER button on the right of the page. Note, there is a $15 transfer fee and you will be responsible for paying the difference between the original registration price of the event at the time of transfer. For questions and/or assistance with a transfer, please reach out to us at info@dallasmarathon.com.