- Half
Irving Oktoberfest
Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon
HALF MARATHON, 10k, 5k FAST AND FLAT USATF CERTIFIED RACE BENEFITING IRVING SCHOOLS FOUNDATION TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY IRVING…
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2027 edition
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Countdown
334
days to 2 Oct 2027
- Distance
- Half Marathon
- Course
- Flat
- Climb
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- Entry
- $79.99
About
The race
HALF MARATHON FAST AND FLAT USATF CERTIFIED RACE BENEFITING IRVING SCHOOLS FOUNDATION TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY IRVING, TX OCTOBER 2, 2027 The annual Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon benefiting the Irving Schools Foundation will be at Toyota Music Factory in Irving, TX, centrally located in Dallas Fort Worth minutes from the DFW airport! Believe it or not, Oktoberfest isn’t just about beer; it’s about the millions of people who gather together over shared passions and interests in an environment where they can meet new people, relax, and have a great time. In addition to forming an integral part of German culture for many generations, Oktoberfest celebrates warmth, friendliness, and good cheer which can be summed up in one word: gemütlichkeit. Be a part of the annual Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon and enjoy the scenic streets of downtown Las Colinas in Irving, Texas! Race day perks include FREE professional race photos, gender-specific performance event shirt, custom event bib, chip-timed race, live tracking and course maps w/ GPS Progress Alerts, age group awards, team challenge awards, convenient parking, and more. The post-race party on The Plaza includes live German entertainment, food, Beer (21+), and giveaways. Join the team challenge for the chance to win the Fastest Team Trophy, Most-Participation Team Trophy, or Best Dressed Team Trophy! Founded in 2012. Our mission is to keep the community engaged year-round by not only motivating, encouraging…
Location
Irving, TX, United States
North America · typically 22°C (71°F) on race day
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Pro tips
Racing it
- 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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
In Irving
Race-Day Roads
Streets in Las Colinas around Toyota Music Factory close for the race, so spectators should arrive early, park once and walk to their spots instead of driving between them.
Watching Spots
The Mandalay Canal walkways and the Las Colinas Urban Center give spectators several vantage points, all within walking distance of the Toyota Music Factory finish area.
Where to Recover
Las Colinas is a planned district of canals and public art set between Dallas and Fort Worth. An easy stroll along the canal loosens up race-tired legs the next day.
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