Fort Worth Marathon Festival
November 7–8, 2026
Celebrate 20 years of running at the 20th Annual Fort Worth Marathon Festival!
Join us for an unforgettable race weekend featuring a fast, flat, USATF-certified (BQ eligible) course—perfect for chasing a Boston Marathon qualifying time or setting a personal best. Enjoy a scenic route along the Trinity River, through Overton Park and the Colonial area, and finish it off with the best post-race party in Trinity Park featuring food, craft beer, and live music.
Location
Farrington Field
1501 University Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Event Lineup
Sunday – November 8, 2026
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Marathon – 6:00 AM | $119
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20-Mile Race – 7:30 AM | $109
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Half Marathon – 7:30 AM | $99
Saturday – November 7, 2026
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10K – 7:30 AM | $49
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5K – 7:45 AM | $44
Registration Deadline Before Next Price Increase:
May 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM CDT
Race Weekend Schedule (Subject to Change)
Saturday – November 7
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7:30 AM – 10K Start
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7:45 AM – 5K Start
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9:00 AM – 5K Awards
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9:30 AM – 10K Awards
Sunday – November 8
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6:00 AM – Marathon Walkers Start (Walkers only; runners start at 7:30 AM)
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7:30 AM – Marathon, Half Marathon & 20-Mile Start
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10:00 AM – Half Marathon Awards
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10:45 AM – 20-Mile Awards
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11:30 AM – Marathon Awards
What You Get
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USATF-certified (BQ eligible) course
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Fast & flat race course
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Custom race shirt
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Personalized bib
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Finisher medal or belt buckle
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Post-race party with food, beer, and music
Race Swag
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6” Belt Buckle – Marathon / Half / 20-Mile finishers
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3” Medal – 5K & 10K finishers
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Personalized Bib (register by October 14, 2026)
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Custom Race Shirt
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NEW for 2026: tank/singlet, short sleeve, or long sleeve
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Sizes not guaranteed after October 15 or for race day pickup
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Different shirts for Saturday & Sunday races
Packet Pickup Schedule
You must pick up your packet before race day unless traveling from out of town or registering on race day.
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Tuesday, Nov 4 (11 AM – 6 PM): The Runner – Arlington, 3535 W Pioneer Pkwy, Pantego, TX 76013
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Wednesday, Nov 5 (11 AM – 6 PM): Luke's Locker – Dallas, 3046 Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75205
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Thursday, Nov 6 (12 PM – 6 PM): Bear Creek Running Co, 121 Rufe Snow Dr #103, Keller, TX 76248
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Friday, Nov 7 (11 AM – 6 PM): Fleet Feet, 2600 West 7th St #107, Fort Worth, TX 76107
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Saturday, Nov 8 (11 AM – 6 PM): Luke’s Locker – Clearfork, 5255 Monahans Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76109
Race Day Pickup:
Routes
The Marathon & Half Marathon courses are USATF Certified.
The Marathon is a Boston Qualifier.
Certification Files:
Refunds, Transfers & Policies
Deferrals
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Available through October 15 (admin fee applies)
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After October 15, registration becomes a donation to the One Step Foundation
Race Distance Changes
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Through Sept 30: $10 + price difference
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Oct 1 – Nov 6 (6 PM): $15 + price difference
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At Packet Pickup: $15 + price difference
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Race changes only (no refunds, transfers, or deferrals at pickup)
Awards
Overall Awards
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Male & Female
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Masters Male & Female
Age Group Awards (3 deep)
12 & Under, 13–15, 16–18, 19–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49,
50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80+
Applies to all race distances.
Results & Awards Pickup
Awards Pickup:
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At the event site OR starting Tuesday, Nov 10 at Luke’s Locker (Fort Worth)
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Pickup deadline: November 30
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Awards will not be mailed
Finisher Recognition
All participants in the Marathon, Half Marathon, 20-Mile, 10K, and 5K will receive a finisher medal or buckle.
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