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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $75$85 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 10K Run/Walk | 10K | Nov 1, 20268:10 AM | $55$65 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Nov 1, 20268:10 AM | $40$45 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Half Marathon fee goes up to $85 on Oct 1, 2026.
Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $75, entry is about 15 percent above a typical half marathon in Texas, which costs $65 right now.
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Dallas runs 2:16:45, about 10:26 a mile, based on 11 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:28:09 and men in 2:09:20.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:43 AM, and the Half Marathon starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 500 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
200 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results for DRC's The Half (13.1, 10K & 5K). Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2025 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:36:58 or better, the top quarter in 1:48:58, and half the field in 2:05:56; the last tenth came in after 2:50:38.
At the 2025 10K Run/Walk, the fastest tenth finished in 49:14 or better, the top quarter in 56:05, and half the field in 1:04:19; the last tenth came in after 1:32:25.
At the 2025 5K Run/Walk, the fastest tenth finished in 26:36 or better, the top quarter in 31:25, and half the field in 36:12; the last tenth came in after 55:35.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 1:29:45 |
| 20-29 | 1:37:03 | 1:15:38 |
| 30-39 | 1:47:48 | 1:18:53 |
| 40-49 | 1:42:32 | 1:24:59 |
| 50-59 | 1:50:34 | 1:34:14 |
| 60-69 | 2:08:42 | 1:43:07 |
| 70+ | 2:50:29 | 2:01:35 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Up 34 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 452 to 627 finishers, and the median time dropped from 2:14:37 to 2:05:56.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 627 (+39%) | 2:05:56 | under 1:36:58 | 1:13:21 |
| 2024 | 452 | 2:14:37 | under 1:42:40 | 1:17:15 |
From each year's official results for the Half Marathon; virtual options are left out.
Faster than most Texas half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:48:58, against 2:01:59 in a typical Texas half marathon, so times here run 11 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around November 1 the day usually runs from 56°F at dawn to 75°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 85°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of DRC's The Half (13.1, 10K & 5K) cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Register early to save! Prices increase as race day approaches and the race may sell out. Half Marathon. 03/01/26 to 04/30/26 - $65.00. 05/01/26 to 09/30/26 - $75.00. 10/01/26 to 10/24/26 - $85.00. 10/26/26 to 11/01/26 - $105.00. 10K…
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Parking and travel
Race site parking is limited to volunteers, sponsors, police, and paramedics. We recommend you park at Flag Pole Hill, White Rock Station, or take the DART Rail to White Rock station and walk over, or take a ride share service. There is no…
Shirt and medal
Registration includes a race participant long sleeve shirt and finisher's medal. More swag info and design details to come!
Awards
Awards. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be given in the following categories: Overall Male & Female, Masters Male & Female, and Age Group Winners (age groups are in 10-year increments). Awards will not be mailed. You must be present to…
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Join the Dallas Running Club on Sunday, November 1, 2026, for the 51st annual DRC’s The Half (Half Marathon, 10K & 5K). This beloved Dallas tradition celebrates the scenic trails of our running home, White Rock Lake, while supporting the Tal Morrison Scholarship Fund for local student-athletes. The race starts at Norbuck Park and welcomes runners of all levels.
Why Run The Half?
✔ Multiple distances for runners of all levels
✔ Friendly, community-driven race, organized by runners for runners
✔ Scenic miles around White Rock Lake–one of Dallas’ favorite running routes
✔ Supports Dallas student-athletes through the Tal Morrison Scholarship
Race Start Times
8:00 am – Half Marathon, 8:10 am – 10K & 5K
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