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Texas Heat
- Date
- Saturday, August 14, 2027
Aug 14 Saturday, 2027
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When and where is Texas Heat?
Texas Heat is on Saturday, August 14, 2027 in Waxahachie, Texas. The first event starts at 4:30 AM local time. Distances: 1 Mile, 5K and 8K. Current entry fees run $15 to $25 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Aug 14, 2027.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volunteer Then Run | — | Aug 14, 2027, 4:30 AM | $25.00 until Aug 13, 2027 | Opens Aug 1, 2027 · Closes Aug 13, 2027 |
| Texas Heat 5 Miler | 5 Miles | Aug 14, 2027, 6:00 AM | $25.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Oct 30, 2026 · Closes Aug 14, 2027 |
| Texas Heat 5K | 3.1 Miles | Aug 14, 2027, 6:00 AM | $25.00 until Feb 27, 2027 | Opens Oct 30, 2026 · Closes Aug 14, 2027 |
| Texas Heat 1 Miler | 1 Miles | Aug 14, 2027, 6:00 AM | $15.00 until Apr 29, 2027 | Opens Oct 30, 2026 · Closes Aug 14, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Texas Heat
Beat the Texas heat and run a 5K or 5 Miler in Waxahachie, Texas on August 15th. Featuring a NEW location in 2026, come out and test your mental and physical endurance. Participants receive a gender specific shirt. Finishers receive a medal.
Packet Pick-Up
Friday, August 13th, 12:00-6:00pm, Racquet and Jog, 308 N College St, Waxahachie, TX
Race Day, Saturday, August 14th, 6:00-7:00am near the Start Line
Race Day Schedule
- Packet Pick-up, August 14th, 6:00-7:00am, Near Start Line
- Warm Up at 6:40
- Course Instructions 6:50
- National Anthem at 6:55
- All events start at 7:00am
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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