Fool's Gold

APR

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2026

Celebrate April 1, 2026 with Fool's Gold in the DFW area, featuring a 5K, a new untimed 1 Mile, a Kid's Dash and a virtual option. Shirts and medals for the 5K and 1 Mile add fun while proceeds benefit local charities.

Wed 1 Apr 2026

Audubon Park, Texas

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event overview

Fool's Gold is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in the DFW, TX 75043 area. The event is organized by Run Different and offers multiple participation options. The exact venue is listed as TBD.

Distances and formats

5K
1 Mile (new, untimed)
Kid's Dash (short 100–200 meter sprint)
Virtual Option (ship kit to participant)

Registration, fees and kit

Entry fees listed are: Kid's Dash $0, 5K $35, 1 Mile $18, Virtual $40. The 5K and 1 Mile fees increase after December 31, 2025. Registration for the Kid's Dash and the Virtual Option closes April 1, 2026. Participation shirts and custom finisher medals are included for the 5K and 1 Mile. Shirt size guarantee requires registration by March 18, 2026. Virtual entries receive their shirt and medal shipped the week of the race.

Awards, volunteers and charity

Age group awards apply to the 5K only and are awarded four deep in male and female divisions from 0-4 through 80+. Overall and masters categories also receive medals. Awards are distributed at the event and will not be shipped. Kid dash participants run free and may purchase a shirt or medal as an add-on. Volunteers receive a code for a free race entry. The organizer donates to local charities; Encounter Church (Fate) will receive 10% of profits and 100% of donations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

1 Mile