The Best Races - Fort Worth
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Event Overview
The Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026. The event takes place at 3301 Trinity Park Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76107. It is organized by The Best Races.
Distances
Participants can choose from several distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
- Virtual Run (can be completed any time and place)
Event Details
This is described as a smaller, private group run with a participant cap per wave. The event is open to all paces and ages, with participants under 18 requiring a guardian. There is no on-site equipment or setup; it is a pure run with coordinators present for support.
Timing is optional. Participants may track their own time using apps like Strava, RunKeeper, or Nike Run and submit results via an online form. No timing chips are used.
Packet pickup is not required. Race bibs are provided on race day. Participant swag, including a running T-shirt, is shipped directly to the provided US mailing address the week of the race.
Registration & Swag
Registration fees include all mandatory charges. Participants receive a swag bag containing:
- A Running T-Shirt (shipped to US addresses)
- A Finisher's Towel or Giveaway
- A Finisher's Medal
- A Digital Training Pack
- Access to online results and a certificate of completion
- An invitation to join a local running club
An optional upgrade to a technical running shirt is available for an additional fee.
Wave Times
The run features multiple wave starts. Wave times are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The listed wave times are:
- Wave A: 7:30 AM
- Wave B: 8:00 AM
- Wave C: 8:30 AM
Late runners can run upon arrival, with coordinators staying for three hours after the first wave. Participants can email their desired wave time.
Virtual Run & Other Information
The virtual run option includes a digital training pack and allows participants to run anywhere and submit results to receive a medal. The organizer also mentions charity initiatives where they donate for miles logged after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
