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

• Marathon – 6:00 AM | $119

• 20-Mile Race – 7:30 AM | $109

• Half Marathon – 7:30 AM | $99

Saturday – November 7, 2026

• 10K – 7:30 AM | $49

• 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

• 7:30 AM – 10K Start

• 7:45 AM – 5K Start

• 9:00 AM – 5K Awards

• 9:30 AM – 10K Awards

Sunday – November 8

• 6:00 AM – Marathon Walkers Start (Walkers only; runners start at 7:30 AM)

• 7:30 AM – Marathon, Half Marathon & 20-Mile Start

• 10:00 AM – Half Marathon Awards

• 10:45 AM – 20-Mile Awards

• 11:30 AM – Marathon Awards

What You Get

• USATF-certified (BQ eligible) course

• Fast & flat race course

• Custom race shirt

• Personalized bib

• Finisher medal or belt buckle

• Post-race party with food, beer, and music

Race Swag

• 6” Belt Buckle – Marathon / Half / 20-Mile finishers

• 3” Medal – 5K & 10K finishers

• Personalized Bib (register by October 14, 2026)

• Custom Race Shirt

  • NEW for 2026: tank/singlet, short sleeve, or long sleeve

  • Sizes not guaranteed after October 15 or for race day pickup

  • 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.

• Tuesday, Nov 4 (11 AM – 6 PM): The Runner – Arlington, 3535 W Pioneer Pkwy, Pantego, TX 76013

• Wednesday, Nov 5 (11 AM – 6 PM): Luke's Locker – Dallas, 3046 Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75205

• Thursday, Nov 6 (12 PM – 6 PM): Bear Creek Running Co, 121 Rufe Snow Dr #103, Keller, TX 76248

• Friday, Nov 7 (11 AM – 6 PM): Fleet Feet, 2600 West 7th St #107, Fort Worth, TX 76107

• Saturday, Nov 8 (11 AM – 6 PM): Luke’s Locker – Clearfork, 5255 Monahans Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Race Day Pickup:

• 6:00–7:00 AM at race site

• Out-of-town runners & race day registrants only

• Please arrive early

Routes

• Full Marathon – CLICK HERE

• Half Marathon – CLICK HERE

• 20-Mile – CLICK HERE

• 10K – CLICK HERE

• 5K – CLICK HERE

The Marathon & Half Marathon courses are USATF Certified.
The Marathon is a Boston Qualifier.

Certification Files:

• TX24040LAB – Fort Worth Marathon

• TX24041LAB – Fort Worth Half Marathon

Refunds, Transfers & Policies

• No refunds or transfers under any circumstances.

Deferrals

• Available through October 15 (admin fee applies)

• After October 15, registration becomes a donation to the One Step Foundation

Race Distance Changes

• Through Sept 30: $10 + price difference

• Oct 1 – Nov 6 (6 PM): $15 + price difference

• At Packet Pickup: $15 + price difference

• Race changes only (no refunds, transfers, or deferrals at pickup)

Awards

Overall Awards

• Male & Female

• 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

• Chip-timed by Cox Racing Services

• Live results: www.coxracingservices.com

Awards Pickup:

• At the event site OR starting Tuesday, Nov 10 at Luke’s Locker (Fort Worth)

• Pickup deadline: November 30

• 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.

Get Involved

Want to volunteer?

• Email: fortworthmarathon@gmail.com

• Phone: 682-552-9555

Stay Connected

• Like our Facebook page & RSVP to the event for updates

• Join our Strava Club

• Follow us on Instagram

Register now to be part of Fort Worth’s premier running tradition!