Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
San Antonio Marathon
San Antonio, United States
December 4, 2026 to December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races in the Great Plains
99 verified events (21 confirmed dates) and 421 races in Great Plains with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events9921 confirmed dates
Competitions421Races & courses
Distances5 - 186 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,910 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Holiday Victory Lap
Spicewood, United States
December 12, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed
80.47 km50 km42.2 km21.1 km+2
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
3M Half Marathon
Austin, United States
January 17, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunRelay
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Austin Marathon
Austin, United States
February 14, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km5 km
City RunFestive
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Statesman Capitol 10K
Austin, United States
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
10 km
City RunRelay+1
Photo: NPS · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Bolder Boulder
Boulder, United States
May 31, 2027Date confirmed
10 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
United Supermarkets Lubbock Marathon
Lubbock, United States
October 24, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Salina Crossroads Marathon
Salina, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | San Antonio Marathon | San Antonio, Texas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Holiday Victory Lap | Spicewood, Texas, US | Road Running | 80.47 km50 km42.2 km21.1 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2027 | 3M Half Marathon | Austin, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2027 | Austin Marathon | Austin, Texas, US | Road Running | 42 km21 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | Statesman Capitol 10K | Austin, Texas, US | Road Running | 10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2027 | Bolder Boulder | Boulder, Colorado, US | Road Running | 10 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2027 | United Supermarkets Lubbock Marathon | Lubbock, Texas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Salina Crossroads Marathon | Salina, Kansas, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Border to Badland Ultra | Comstock, Texas, US | Trail Running | 80.47 km50 km42 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Maah Daah Hey Trail Races | Medora, North Dakota, US | Trail Running | 186 km93 km42 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Leading Ladies' Marathon & Half Marathon | Spearfish, South Dakota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Sangre de Cristo Ultras | Westcliffe, Colorado, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km98.1 km80.47 km49.6 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Great Plains (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 99 public events and 421 individual races, including 21 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include San Antonio, Spicewood, Austin, and Boulder. Notable events in the selection include San Antonio Marathon, Holiday Victory Lap, and 3M Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 186 km, reaching up to +5,910 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Great Plains includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Great Plains?
RunningCompass currently lists 99 verified events with 421 individual races in Great Plains. A total of 21 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include San Antonio Marathon, Holiday Victory Lap, and 3M Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Great Plains?
Events in Great Plains focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 186 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include San Antonio, Spicewood, Austin, and Boulder.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Great Plains?
The most selective courses in Great Plains climb up to +5,910 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Great Plains?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.