Mark your calendars now for the 21st Annual Fort Worth Marathon Festival to be held Saturday & Sunday, November 13th & 14th of 2027.  Entry includes a USATF-certified (BQ eligible) course that is fast and flat, race shirt, personalized bib, and finisher medal. And the best post-race party in Trinity Park with food, craft beer, and music (Sunday). Are you ready to put your running fitness and skills to the test and qualify for the Boston Marathon? Look no further than the Fort Worth Marathon! Our course is certified by the USA Track & Field Association, ensuring that you are running on a legitimate and accurate course. The fast course along the Trinity River, Overton Park, and Colonial area provides a scenic and enjoyable route for all participants. 

21st Annual Fort Worth Marathon Festival

November 13–14, 2027 | Fort Worth, Texas

Join us for the 21st Annual Fort Worth Marathon Festival on Saturday and Sunday, November 13–14, 2027!

After celebrating our milestone 20th Anniversary in 2026, we're excited to return for another incredible weekend of running in Fort Worth.

Whether you're chasing a Boston Marathon qualifying time, running your first half marathon, or participating in the 5K or 10K, the Fort Worth Marathon Festival offers something for runners of all ages and abilities.

Our fast, flat, and scenic courses take participants through some of Fort Worth's most beautiful areas, including the Trinity River, Overton Park, and Colonial neighborhoods.

The Marathon and Half Marathon courses are USATF-certified, and the Marathon course is Boston Marathon qualifying eligible.

EVENT LOCATION

Farrington Field

1501 University Drive

Fort Worth, TX 76107

Start and finish activities will remain at Farrington Field.

2027 RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2027

10K – 7:30 AM

5K – 8:00 AM

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2027

Marathon – 7:00 AM

Half Marathon – 7:00 AM

Please arrive early and allow plenty of time for parking, packet pickup, and getting to your starting area.

All start times are subject to change.

IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR 2027

The 2026 event marked the final year of our 20-Mile Race. Beginning in 2027, the Fort Worth Marathon Festival will feature four distances:

• Marathon (26.2 Miles)

• Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)

• 10K (6.2 Miles)

• 5K (3.1 Miles)

We appreciate everyone who participated in the 20-Mile Race over the years and helped make it a memorable part of our event.

2027 CUSTOM RACE SHIRTS

All registered participants will receive a custom Fort Worth Marathon Festival race shirt.

For 2027, all participant shirts will be SHORT-SLEEVE ONLY.

Saturday – 5K & 10K

Participants registered for Saturday's races will receive a short-sleeve shirt offered in:

• Men's/Unisex Sizes Only

Women's fitted shirts will not be offered for Saturday's 5K and 10K events.

Sunday – Marathon & Half Marathon

Participants registered for the Marathon and Half Marathon will have two short-sleeve shirt options:

• Men's/Unisex Short-Sleeve Shirt

• Women's Short-Sleeve Shirt

Participants will select their preferred shirt style and size during registration.

IMPORTANT SHIRT INFORMATION

Shirt styles and sizes are subject to availability. Register early to secure your preferred shirt option and size.

Preferred sizes are not guaranteed for late registrations.

Additional race shirts may be available for purchase during race weekend, while supplies last.

POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS & CELEBRATION

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13 – 5K & 10K

Participants in Saturday's 5K and 10K events will enjoy complimentary post-race refreshments after crossing the finish line.

Refreshments will include:

• Fresh fruit

• Chips

• Soft drinks

• Water

PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO post-race party and NO beer or craft beer served during Saturday's events.

Saturday's races will feature a more traditional finish-line experience, with refreshments available for participants after completing their race.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14 – MARATHON & HALF MARATHON

THE OFFICIAL FORT WORTH MARATHON POST-RACE PARTY!

Our Sunday Marathon and Half Marathon participants will enjoy the official Fort Worth Marathon post-race celebration in Trinity Park!

After crossing the finish line, join us as we celebrate your accomplishments with fellow runners, friends, and family.

Sunday's post-race celebration will feature:

• Post-race refreshments

• Water and soft drinks

• Beer and craft beer for participants age 21 and older

• A festive atmosphere celebrating our Marathon and Half Marathon finishers

IMPORTANT: The official post-race party, including all beer and craft beer offerings, is exclusively for Sunday's Marathon and Half Marathon events.

There will be no beer service or official post-race party on Saturday.

WHAT YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES

All four race distances include:

• Fast, flat, and scenic race courses

• Custom short-sleeve race shirt

• Commemorative finisher medal or award

• Professional chip timing by Cox Racing Services

• Race results

• Post-race refreshments

Additional Sunday Race Benefits:

• USATF-certified Marathon and Half Marathon courses

• Boston Marathon qualifying eligible Marathon course

• Official Fort Worth Marathon post-race party in Trinity Park

• Beer and craft beer offerings for participants age 21 and older

AWARDS

Overall and age-group awards will be presented for all four race distances.

Overall Awards

• Overall Male and Female

• Overall Masters Male and Female

Age Group Awards

Age-group awards will be presented three deep in the following divisions:

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+

PACKET PICKUP

The official 2027 packet pickup schedule, including dates, times, and locations, will be announced as race weekend approaches.

REGISTER EARLY!

The Fort Worth Marathon Festival continues to grow, and registration is subject to event capacity limits.

Register early for the best available pricing, preferred shirt selection, and to secure your place at the starting line.

21st Annual Fort Worth Marathon Festival

November 13–14, 2027

Two Days. Four Distances. One Incredible Fort Worth Running Experience!

We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!