Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon course.

The half marathon course for 2027 (2 Oct 2027): flat.

Half Marathon

Distance
21.1
kilometers
Climb
—
not published
Descent
—
not published
Profile
Flat
PB territory
Layout
—
Road
Time limit
—
not published
Start
07:30
local time

Racing it

Pro tips

  1. 01

    Even Effort, Fast Finish

    The course is flat and USATF certified, so there are no climbs to break your rhythm. Settle into goal pace early and let the flat streets carry you to a fast time.

    From the elevation profile

  2. 02

    Warm October Morning

    The start is 07:30 and typical race-day temperature is 21.9C, so race the early miles in the coolest part of the day and don't overdress — it warms from there.

    From the start time, temperature

  3. 03

    Be Findable on Course

    Live tracking with GPS progress alerts plus free professional race photos are part of the day. Send the tracking link to your spectators so they catch you instead of guessing.

    From the description

  4. 04

    Run It as a Team

    The team challenge awards fastest, most-participation and best-dressed team trophies, so a big roster and matching outfits are both real strategies for the podium.

    From the description

  5. 05

    Plan to Stay Awhile

    The post-race party on The Plaza at Toyota Music Factory has live German entertainment, food, beer for 21+ and giveaways, so don't rush off once you finish.

    From the description

Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.

Course on the 2027 race page Dates and entry Race-day weather

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