

23rd Annual New Year's Eve Loop-the-Lake Run
- Date
- Thursday, December 31, 2026
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When and where is 23rd Annual New Year's Eve Loop-the-Lake Run?
23rd Annual New Year's Eve Loop-the-Lake Run is on Thursday, December 31, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: 15K. The current entry fee is $50 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 31, 2026.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23rd Annual New Year's Eve Loop-the-Lake Run | 9.3 Miles | Dec 31, 2026, 7:00 AM | $50.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Mar 1, 2026 · Closes Dec 31, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About 23rd Annual New Year's Eve Loop-the-Lake Run
This is our 23rd Running of the New Year's Eve Loop-the-Lake Run.
Proceeds benefit the nonprofit, Marathon Kids!
THE RUN:
1. Sign Up! For Dallas's Longest Running Fun Run Around White Rock Lake
2. Lace up your shoes and join us on December 31st at the Filter Building. The run starts at 7 am.
QUICK FACTS:
- All proceeds benefit the nonprofit, Marathon Kids! *See information below about their amazing organization*
- This run is a 15K loop around White Rock Lake.
- You can run or walk any distance you like. This is a celebration!
- You're entered into our raffle of awesome prizes just by signing up!
- Arrive at least 45 minutes early to check in & pick up your swag bag.
WHO ARE WE?
Dallas Loop the Lake Foundation was founded by Don Hunter & Beth Crider in 2004. It started with just a small group of running buddies gathering for a New Year's Eve run. Now, over two decades later, Dallas's longest running Fun Run brings the city's communities together for a festive celebration tradition. Loop-the-Lake Foundation has raised over $240,000 for Marathon Kids.
WHAT IS MARATHON KIDS?
Marathon Kids is a nonprofit organization committed to reversing the youth inactivity trend with proven solutions that support the Whole Child, Whole School, Whole Community. Marathon Kids is an evidence-based physical activity program that uses technology and research-proven methods to help kids adopt an active lifestyle. Kids set goals and are challenged to run, jog, walk or move the equivalent of four (or more!) marathons over the course of a season. Not only is goal-setting being taught, but Marathon Kids is an opportunity for all kids - at any fitness level - to learn how being active every day improves their entire well-being. Learn more: https://marathonkids.org
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