DRC's The Half (13.1, 10K & 5K)

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

Packet Pickup

You may pick-up packets for others, with some sort of confirmation they requested it (i.e. email, text, etc.)

Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00–6:00 pm and Saturday, October 31, 2026, 12:00–6:00 pm at Luke's Locker, 3046 Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75205

Sunday, November 2, 2025, 6:00–7:45 am (race morning) at Norbuck Park 200 N. Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218

Be part of the fun as a volunteer!

This race could never happen without our incredible volunteers. Opportunities are available before, during, and after the race. Sign up as an individual, gather a group, or volunteer as a family. Multiple roles are welcome as long as times don’t overlap. 

Sign up to volunteer →

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 receive your award. Arrangements for pickup at a future Dallas Running Club race may be made.

Race Day Logistics and Course Safety

• There is no race day registration.

• Bag check will be available on race day from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm.

• Race shirt size exchange will be available at the packet pickup tent after the start of the race.

• Strollers are permitted. For safety, please start at the back and keep to the right while on the course.

• Dogs/animals are not allowed to run the course. 

No Refund Policy

Refunds are not allowed for this race. If you cannot attend, you may transfer your entry to a friend or consider your entry fee a donation to the Dallas Running Club and the Tal Morrison Scholarship Fund.

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

03/01/26 to 04/30/26  -  $45.00
05/01/26 to 09/30/26  -  $55.00 
10/01/26 to 10/24/26  -  $65.00
10/26/26 to 11/01/26 -   $75.00

5K

03/01/26 to 04/30/26  -  $35.00
05/01/26 to 09/30/26  -  $40.00
10/01/26 to 10/24/26  -  $45.00
10/26/26 to 11/02/26 -   $50.00

Discount for DRC members is applied at checkout. Membership must be active on the race date.

Registration includes a race participant long sleeve shirt and finisher's medal. More swag info and design details to come!

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 shuttle service.