BMW Dallas Marathon Festival
Dallas, Texas, United States
Dec 11-13, 2026 - Friday to Sunday
5k, 10k, 50k, Half-marathon, Marathon, Ultra, Relay
Race Report
Inside look at what it's like to run the BMW Dallas Marathon.
2023 BMW Dallas Marathon Festival Recap
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Race Information
The Dallas Marathon is a nonprofit organization with a focus on promoting health and physical fitness through running events and related activities. Established in 1971, the history of the organization encompasses tremendous growth and produces what has become Dallas’ largest and Texas’ longest running marathon, the BMW Dallas Marathon, as well as several other weekend event options including a Half Marathon, Half Marathon Walk, 50K Ultra Marathon, 2-person half marathon relay, 5-person marathon relay, 10K, 5K, a 5K Team Challenge, 5K Walk, the Friday Night Lights Mile and various Kids Races.
Running the marathon in Dallas highlights the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods, entertainment districts, and iconic Dallas landmarks. Tens of thousands of spectators join in BMW Dallas Marathon Day – the second Sunday of December – lining the streets and neighborhoods to cheer on participants in a race that is recognized as the official marathon of the City of Dallas.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 10,000+
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: Yes
Kids Run: Yes
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