BMW Dallas Marathon

Name: BMW Dallas Marathon
Start: 2024-12-13
End: 2024-12-15
Location: Omni Dallas Hotel

Participants come from across the world gather in early December to run Dallas’ largest and Texas’ oldest running marathon. The course highlights Dallas landmarks and popular neighborhoods throughout the 26.2-mile run.

The Omni Dallas Hotel is the official headquarters for the race and it's attached to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas, the location of the race's Health & Fitness Expo.

Event Details

Featured Races

Things To See and Do

Event Details

Dates:

The BMW Marathon takes place in December each year. In 2024, the event will take place Dec. 13-15. The starting time for participants in the Marathon, Half Marathon, the Relays, and 50K Ultra is 8:00 a.m.

Registration & Cost:

Registration fees vary by event. Check the website for more information. The Health & Fitness Expo is free to attend and open to the public.

Getting there:

The Health & Fitness Expo is located at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center, 1309 Canton St. Explore information about aid stations and start/finish lines here.

Featured Races

The BMW Dallas Marathon Festival began in 1971 and features an array of heart-pumping options for all ages and athletes. The BMW Dallas Marathon Festival is an official Boston Marathon qualifier. Running and walking races include:

50K Ultra Marathon
Half Marathon
Shell Energy Relays
10K, 5K, and a 5K Team Challenge
Friday Night Lights Mile
Kids Races

Participate in the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival and journey through our thriving neighborhoods, including the downtown area and Deep Ellum. Check out more ways to run through Dallas with our guide.

a woman bursts through the finish line banner during the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival

Things To See and Do

Anyone can attend the Health & Fitness Expo, which is a two-day event filled with merchandise, information and exhibits related to the running, fitness and health industries.
Cheer on the participants from afar – the Marathon is televised on local channels - or up close: the route takes runners through various Dallas neighborhoods, giving spectators plenty of options.

Downtown Dallas is a continuously growing area with a beautiful arts scene, urban green spaces, fine dining and luxurious shopping.