BMW Dallas Marathon

Dallas , United States 11 - Dec 13
Dallas Texas is Texas' oldest marathon,[citation needed] having been held every year since 1971. The marathon begins and ends in Downtown Dallas and runs around White Rock Lake. The race weekend also includes a 5K, a 10K, a half marathon, a 2-person half marathon relay, a 5-person full marathon relay, and a 50K ultramarathon. Dallas Marathon results can be used to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Since naming it a primary beneficiary in 1997, the Dallas Marathon has donated more than $3.8 million to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.

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12 Dec 2026
13 Dec 2026
26.2mi
610ft
600ft

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BMW Dallas Marathon - Find your perfect running pace 26.2 mi

Curious what pace you need for each section of the course to reach your target time based on the elevation profile of the race? Try our pace calculator and discover different scenarios to optimize your BMW Dallas Marathon race tactics.
Calculated running time 03:30:58
0 km
22 m
4.33 min/km
1 km
102 m
5.12 min/km
2 km
83 m
4.47 min/km
3 km
11 m
4.23 min/km
4 km
26 m
4.32 min/km
FAQ - BMW Dallas Marathon 26.2 mi

BMW Dallas Marathon - When will it be held?
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BMW Dallas Marathon takes place between 11 Dec 2026 and 13 Dec 2026
BMW Dallas Marathon - where is the venue?
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BMW Dallas Marathon takes place in Dallas, United States
BMW Dallas Marathon - How many different courses can I choose from?
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BMW Dallas Marathon: There are a total of 3 courses
BMW Dallas Marathon - What is the shortest and longest course?
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The shortest distance available is 3.1 km, and the longest on is 26.2 km
BMW Dallas Marathon - When should I start training?
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Although there is no general rule for the minimum preparation time, we recommend at least 12 weeks of training for a race like BMW Dallas Marathon
BMW Dallas Marathon - Is there a training plan to help me prepare?
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