Oct
18
Sunday, October 18, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About this event
The Day of the Dead Half Marathon celebrates Dia de los Muertos with a festive, chip-timed race around scenic Marine Creek Lake in Fort Worth. Runners pick their distance - a Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) or the full Half Marathon (13.1 miles) - all starting at 8:00 AM. Aid stations line the route, and a lively post-race rally tent brings live music and Mexican treats. There's a pre-race costume contest judged on creativity, authenticity and overall impact, so many runners come decked out in colorful Day-of-the-Dead attire. Everyone earns custom medals and t-shirts, and the race goes on rain, shine, hot or cold. A colorful, family-friendly fall race with a strong festival vibe.
Event highlights
- Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon
- Dia de los Muertos theme and costume contest
- Chip-timed with custom medals and shirts
- Aid stations and post-race rally tent
- Live music and Mexican treats
- Scenic Marine Creek Lake course
Good to know
- Admission note
- Paid registration; fees range $15-$90 by distance
- Audience
- Runners and walkers of all ages, costumes encouraged
Event information is submitted by organizers and shown as provided. Please confirm details with the organizer before attending, times, prices, and locations can change.
$15-$90 depending on distance (Kids Dash $15, 1 Mile $25, 5K/Quarter $38, Half $62)
$$$budget-friendly
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Organizer
Bigfoot Running Company