Badass Texas Half-Marathon

MAY
24
2026
Read all about the Badass Texas Half-Marathon on 24 May 2026 in Waco.
Sun 24 May 2026
13 miles 6 miles 3 miles

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Event overview

Badass Texas is a race weekend in Waco, Texas on May 23-24, 2026, centered at Heritage Square (311 Austin Ave). The event includes in-person races and a virtual option. Courses run along the Brazos River and through Cameron Park and East Brazos Park. The in-person finish and festival area are at Heritage Square; a post-race pool party is held at the Even Hotel.

Race details and logistics

Distances offered:

  • Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 10K (6.2 miles)
  • 5K (3.1 miles)
  • Virtual Race (run anytime within event window)

The 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon routes are USATF certified. The half marathon course provides hydration, gels, and restrooms on course. Event amenities include a tech muscle shirt, finisher medal, custom bib, bag check, free parking, and VIP parking for purchase. A free beer garden is available for those 21 and over. Pace groups are provided for the half at a range of finish-times from 1:45 to 3:45. Awards are given 1st-3rd overall male and female, 1st overall masters male and female, and top 3 in multiple age groups; awards must be claimed in person. Packet pickup is scheduled at multiple locations in Fort Worth, Dallas/Southlake, Plano, and Waco in the days before the race. A free shakeout run and an expo take place the day before race day. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Central Texas is a featured charity partner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half-Marathon
6 mi
10k
3 mi

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