Lake Benbrook Half Marathon & 5K

Cox Running Club is proud to bring back one of the most historic running events in the DFW Metroplex! After several years of lower participation, we seriously considered retiring this event. However, we believe some traditions are worth fighting for. Instead of canceling, we have decided to challenge ourselves, rebuild the race, and bring new energy to one of the oldest and most meaningful running events in North Texas. The Lake Benbrook Half Marathon is recognized as the oldest half marathon in the DFW Metroplex, and we are excited to continue that legacy on Saturday, January 23, 2027.

For 2027, we are not only bringing back the Half Marathon and 5K, but we are also adding a brand-new 10K distance. Whether you are training for a spring race, looking for a scenic winter run, or simply want to be part of a long-standing DFW running tradition, this event is for you. The race will start at Dutch Branch Park in Benbrook, Texas, and feature scenic routes along beautiful Lake Benbrook. All finishers in the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K will receive a custom finisher medal.

Event Details & Schedule

Location: Dutch Branch Park, 1891 Winscott Rd, Benbrook, TX 76126

Event Date: Saturday, January 23, 2027

Race Distances:

• Half Marathon – 13.1 Miles
• 10K – 6.2 Miles
• 5K – 3.1 Miles

Route maps: TBD

Race Day Schedule

• 6:30 AM – Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
• 7:45 AM – Half Marathon Start
• 8:00 AM – 10K Start
• 8:10 AM – 5K Start
• 9:15 AM – 5K Awards
• 9:45 AM – 10K Awards
• 10:30 AM – Half Marathon Awards

Race day packet pickup begins at 6:30 AM at the race site.

Registration Fees

5K Run/Walk

• Early Bird through December 1: $35
• Pre-Registration December 2 – December 31: $40
• Pre-Registration January 1 – January 22: $45
• Race Day Registration: $50

10K Run/Walk

• Early Bird through December 1: $45
• Pre-Registration December 2 – December 31: $50
• Pre-Registration January 1 – January 22: $55
• Race Day Registration: $60

Half Marathon

• Early Bird through December 1: $75
• Pre-Registration December 2 – December 31: $80
• Pre-Registration January 1 – January 22: $85
• Race Day Registration: $90

Shirts

Participants will receive a men’s/unisex long-sleeve technical event shirt. Shirt sizes are guaranteed only for participants registered by January 15, 2027. After this date, shirts and sizes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Finisher Medals

All finishers in the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K will receive a custom finisher medal.

Packet Pickup

• Early packet pickup: TBA
• Race day packet pickup will begin at 6:30 AM at Dutch Branch Park.

Awards

Awards will be given in each distance to the following: Overall Male & Female, Overall Master Male & Female, Overall Grandmaster Male & Female. Age Group Awards will be given three deep in each race. Age Groups: 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 & Over. Awards may be picked up at the race site on race day. Awards will not be mailed.

Results

This event will be chip-timed by Cox Racing Services. Live results will be available at: www.coxracingservices.com

More Information: Brian Cox, 682-597-9501, [email protected]