Too Hot To Handle
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Event overview
Too Hot To Handle is a Run Project race held on September 12, 2026, in Dallas, TX. The event uses USATF certified courses around White Rock Lake and the start/finish venue is Norbuck Park, 200 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218. Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Virtual Run
Race details
Registered participants receive event swag including a custom tech tank, custom finisher medal, and a custom bib. The in-person event includes a beer garden for participants over 21, an after party, hydration and gels on the half marathon course, and a bag check. Pace groups for the half marathon are provided by Run Project Pacers: 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, and 3:45. Awards are given 1st-3rd overall male and female, 1st overall masters male and female, and top three in multiple age groups; awards must be claimed in person.
Registration, virtual run, and logistics
Discounts of $5 apply automatically for groups of four or more, participants ages 8 and under, and participants 65 and over; these $5 discounts do not apply to Virtual Runs. Virtual runners receive a custom tech shirt, finisher medal, and customizable bib, and may upload results between July 11, 2026 and October 17, 2026; virtual packets ship starting the week of July 13, 2026. Packet pickup is scheduled at local running stores and Norbuck Park in the days before the event. The event lists local charity partners including Friends of Dallas Animal Services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.