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Love on the Run Half Marathon
- Date
- Saturday, February 13, 2027– Monday, February 15, 2027
Feb 13 Saturday, 2027
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When and where is Love on the Run Half Marathon?
Love on the Run Half Marathon is on Saturday, February 13, 2027 through Monday, February 15, 2027 in Irving, Texas. The first event starts at 8:30 AM local time. Distances: 5K, 10K and half marathon. Current entry fees run $20 to $179.99 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Feb 16, 2027.
Love on the Run race guide
Love on the Run is a Valentine’s weekend half marathon, 10K and 5K in Las Colinas, Irving, on Saturday, February 13, 2027, from The Plaza at Toyota Music Factory. The half runs fast and flat up Las Colinas Boulevard and Campion Trail, and the race benefits the Irving Schools Foundation.
- Half start
- 8:30 a.m.
- Start & finish
- Toyota Music Factory
- Course closes
- 12:00 p.m.
- Course
- Fast and flat
- Medal
- Bottle opener
- Pacers
- 1:30 to 3:00
Love on the Run FAQ
When is Love on the Run?
Saturday, February 13, 2027. The half starts at 8:30 a.m., the 10K at 8:45 and the 5K at 8:55, from The Plaza at Toyota Music Factory, 340 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving.
How much does Love on the Run cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: VIP Half Marathon Package $179.99 ($189.99 from November 16); VIP 10k Package $149.99 ($154.99 from November 16); VIP 5k Package $124.99 ($129.99 from November 16); Half Marathon $99.99 ($109.99 from November 16); 10k $69.99 ($74.99 from November 16); 5k $49.99 ($54.99 from November 16). Prices in parentheses are the next RunSignup tier.
What is the Love on the Run course?
The half is fast and flat, up Las Colinas Boulevard and Campion Trail and back; the 10K and 5K go up Las Colinas Boulevard and back. The course closes at noon, with a 3½-hour limit for the half.
What do Love on the Run runners get?
A finisher medal with a bottle opener, a performance shirt, free photos and bag check. The half pays $100, $75 and $50 to the top three men and women, and pacers run 1:30 to 3:00.
Where do you park?
The Urban Towers garage, 222 W. Las Colinas Blvd., $12.99 by card (prepay at parktmf.com). Packet pickup is Friday, February 12, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. at Toyota Music Factory.
Can I transfer or defer my entry?
Entries aren’t refundable. Transferring to another runner is free; switching distance or race, or deferring, costs $30, with deferrals due 30 days before race day. There’s no minimum age, but everyone needs a bib.
Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against RunSignup: Love on the Run and Irving Marathon Running Series FAQ. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP Half Marathon Package | 13.1 Miles | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $179.99 until Nov 15, 2026 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 8, 2027 |
| Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $99.99 until Nov 15, 2026 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 13, 2027 |
| VIP Area Access | — | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $60.00 until Feb 7, 2027 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 14, 2027 |
| Spectator Pass | — | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $20.00 until Feb 13, 2027 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 14, 2027 |
| Half Marathon Elite | 13.1 Miles | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $0.00 until Jan 30, 2027 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Jan 31, 2027 |
| Virtual Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $39.99 until Feb 15, 2027 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 16, 2027 |
| Virtual 10k | 10K | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $39.99 until Feb 15, 2027 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 16, 2027 |
| Virtual 5k | 5K | Feb 13, 2027, 8:30 AM | $39.99 until Feb 15, 2027 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 16, 2027 |
| VIP 10k Package | 10K | Feb 13, 2027, 8:45 AM | $149.99 until Nov 15, 2026 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 8, 2027 |
| 10k | 10K | Feb 13, 2027, 8:45 AM | $69.99 until Nov 15, 2026 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 13, 2027 |
| VIP 5k Package | 5K | Feb 13, 2027, 8:55 AM | $124.99 until Nov 15, 2026 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 8, 2027 |
| 5k | 5K | Feb 13, 2027, 8:55 AM | $49.99 until Nov 15, 2026 | Opens Feb 18, 2026 · Closes Feb 13, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Love on the Run Half Marathon
HALF MARATHON, 10k, 5k
FAST & FLAT
USATF CERTIFIED RACE
BENEFITING IRVING SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY
IRVING, TX
FEBRUARY 13, 2027
Calling all couples, singles, families, and friends! The annual Valentine's Day Run in North Texas is back at Toyota Music Factory in Irving, Texas centrally located in Dallas Fort Worth minutes from the DFW airport!
Celebrate love and wellness this Valentine's Day with your loved ones, family, and friends. Register as a couple or as a group with your friends. Give them the best gift of health and run/walk the 5k, 10k, or half marathon. Get started on your New Year’s resolution with the first run of the year. Come out to celebrate and be part of the Valentine's Day Weekend North Texas Running Tradition. A match-making event. Fast & flat USATF certified routes. Multiple distances available for all fitness levels.
Race day perks include FREE professional race photos, gender-specific performance event shirt, custom event bib, chip-timed race, live tracking and course maps w/ GPS Progress Alerts, age group awards, team challenge awards, convenient parking, and more. The post-race party on The Plaza includes free food, beer, entertainment, and much more!
Join the team challenge for the chance to win the Fastest Team Trophy, Most-Participation Team Trophy, or the Best Dressed Team Trophy!
Founded in 2012. Our mission is to keep the community engaged year-round by not only motivating, encouraging, and rewarding healthy lifestyles; but by creating an incredibly fun and unforgettable experience. Each event brings people from all over the world together for a great cause by providing meals for children, school supplies, scholarships, and more!
Official Race Website: http://www.irvingmarathon.com/love-on-the-run-5k
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