Hotcake Hustle
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Hotcake Hustle : event overview
Hotcake Hustle is a running event set for January 10, 2026, at the Red Tail Pavilion in Plano, TX. Races use trails in Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve. The event offers in-person and virtual options and lists charity partners including Animal Rescue Crusaders of North Texas and Girls on the Run DFW. Post-race amenities include an after-party with food and music, a beer garden for those 21 and older, free parking, and bag check.
Race details
Distances:
- 10K (certified 6.2 miles)
- 5K (certified 3.1 miles)
- Fun Run (approximately 1 mile, untimed)
- Virtual Run
Registered participants receive a long sleeve race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and a race bib. Finishers are offered free pancakes and hot chocolate. Virtual entrants receive similar swag; virtual packets begin shipping the week of January 12, 2026, and virtual results may be uploaded through April 25, 2026. Packet pickup is scheduled January 6–10, 2026 at local running stores in Fort Worth, Southlake, and Plano, with pickup also available at Red Tail Pavilion on race day. Awards are given 1st–3rd overall male and female, 1st overall masters male and female, and top three in standard age groups; awards must be claimed in person. Course maps and an event guide are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.