DRC's The Half
The Dallas Running Club's 51st annual half marathon starts at Norbuck Park and runs the flat certified trails around White Rock Lake in east Dallas.
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Quick facts
- 51st annual running of the Dallas Running Club's flagship half marathon.
- USATF certified course starting at Norbuck Park and circling White Rock Lake.
- Recent half fields have run roughly 450 to 630 finishers.
- Entry supports the Tal Morrison Scholarship Fund for Dallas student-athletes.
2026 DRC's The Half registration
Registration for the 2026 DRC's The Half runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the DRC's The Half
This is the Dallas Running Club's flagship road race and reaches its 51st annual running in 2026. It is run by club volunteers and supports the Tal Morrison Scholarship Fund for local student-athletes. Recent half fields have run between roughly 450 and 630 finishers.
Course
The half starts and finishes at Norbuck Park on North Buckner Boulevard and circles White Rock Lake, one of the flattest and fastest running routes in Dallas. The course is USATF certified and mostly paved lakeside trail and park road. The half goes off at 8:00 a.m. with the 10K and 5K following ten minutes later, and the course stays open until noon.
Race-day weather
Early November in Dallas is usually the best running weather of the year. Expect low 50s at the 8:00 a.m. start with cool lake air, though a warm front can push the later miles into the 70s.
Past DRC's The Half dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
DRC's The Half FAQ
When is the DRC's The Half?
The 2026 DRC's The Half is on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
How do I register for the DRC's The Half?
Register for the DRC's The Half through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/drcs-the-half/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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