Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
Fort Worth Marathon offers a fast, certified course along the Trinity River, ideal for PRs.
Race Date
Nov 7, 2026
Location
Fort Worth, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 20 Miles, 10K, 5K
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 7,097
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Fort Worth Marathon, first run in 2008 and now in its 18th edition, provides a certified course designed for speed. Runners can aim for personal bests and Boston Marathon qualifying times on this predominantly flat route.
The course winds through scenic areas along the Trinity River, Overton Park, and the Colonial neighborhood, offering a blend of urban and natural beauty. While the course is designed for speed, the net drop and start/finish separation suggest a point-to-point design, though it's noted as a loop in some contexts.
With a growing field that recently saw around 835 finishers, the event attracts runners aiming for competitive times, as indicated by a typical winning time of approximately 66:55. Runners can expect a well-organized event focused on delivering a strong race experience.
Race-provided description
Ready to test your running fitness and aim for a Boston Marathon qualifier? The Fort Worth Marathon is the perfect place to do it! Our course is officially certified by the USA Track & Field Association, guaranteeing an accurate and qualifying route. Run fast and take in the beautiful scenery along the Trinity River, Overton Park, and the Colonial area—it's a course designed for both speed and enjoyment.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Start Time
1:30 PM
Giveaway
Sunday's Shirt
Start Location
1501 University Dr, Fort Worth, TX, 76107
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.13 m
Separation
1.7%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
TX24041LAB · Fort Worth Half Marathon 2024
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
4 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Standout7018 years running
~560 finishers a year
growing or steady
9% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:06:55
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
55°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7,097 finishers actually crossed the line across 18 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
7,097
Median time
2:11:37
Latest turnout
835
States
22
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
About the Organizer
Frequently asked
When is the Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K?
The Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K is held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 1:30 PM.
Where does the Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K take place?
It takes place in Fort Worth, Texas.
What distances does the Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 20 Miles, 10K, 5K.
Is the Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7,097 runners who have completed the Fort Worth Marathon, 20 Mile Race, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K.
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