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- Date
- Sunday, January 31, 2027
Jan 31 Sunday, 2027
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When and where is Winter Dragon Race?
Winter Dragon Race is on Sunday, January 31, 2027 in San Antonio, Texas. The first event starts at 8:00 AM local time. Distances: kids run, 5K, 10K and half marathon. Current entry fees run $10 to $80 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Feb 1, 2027.
Winter Dragon Race race guide
The Winter Dragon Race is an E-Dragon Productions half marathon (21K), 10K and 5K at Pearsall Park in San Antonio on Sunday, January 31, 2027, with a Little Dragon King of the Hill run for kids. Last year every finisher got a medal and a chicken fajita meal.
- Venue
- Pearsall Park
- Half start
- 8:00 a.m.
- Events end
- 12:00 p.m.
- Kids run
- Ages 4–12
- Finish (2026)
- Medal, fajita meal
- Prices rise
- After Dec 6
Winter Dragon Race FAQ
When is the Winter Dragon Race?
Sunday, January 31, 2027, at Pearsall Park, 5102 Old Pearsall Rd., San Antonio. The half starts at 8 a.m., the 10K at 8:05, the 5K at 8:10 and the Little Dragon King of the Hill (ages 4–12) at 9:30. Events wrap up by noon.
How much does the Winter Dragon Race cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: The Rise of the Winter Dragon 21k $80 ($85 from December 7); Winter Dragon 10K $55 ($60 from December 7); Winter Dragon 5K $35 ($40 from December 7); Little Dragon king of the hill $10. Prices in parentheses are the next RunSignup tier.
What was the Winter Dragon course like last year?
In 2026 the half was two loops of a new Pearsall Park course and the 10K and 5K one loop each, with some hills.
What do Winter Dragon finishers get?
Last year every finisher got a medal and a chicken fajita meal, with sweet bread, hot chocolate and coffee. Half marathoners got a finisher jacket and 10K and 5K runners a performance shirt.
Who organizes the Winter Dragon Race?
E-Dragon Productions of San Antonio, which also puts on the Texas Tough Half and Dragon Trails.
Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against RunSignup: Winter Dragon Race and E-Dragon Productions. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rise of the Winter Dragon 21k | 13.1 Miles | Jan 31, 2027, 8:00 AM | $80.00 until Dec 6, 2026 | Opens Jan 27, 2026 · Closes Jan 31, 2027 |
| Virtual Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Jan 31, 2027, 8:00 AM | $75.00 until Jan 25, 2027 | Opens Aug 9, 2026 · Closes Feb 1, 2027 |
| Virtual Winter Dragon 10k | 6.2 Miles | Jan 31, 2027, 8:00 AM | $75.00 until Jan 29, 2027 | Opens Dec 24, 2026 · Closes Jan 30, 2027 |
| Virtual 5K | 3.1 Miles | Jan 31, 2027, 8:00 AM | $50.00 until Jan 29, 2027 | Opens Dec 10, 2026 · Closes Jan 30, 2027 |
| Winter Dragon 10K | 6.2 Miles | Jan 31, 2027, 8:05 AM | $55.00 until Dec 6, 2026 | Opens Jan 27, 2026 · Closes Jan 31, 2027 |
| Winter Dragon 5K | 3.1 Miles | Jan 31, 2027, 8:10 AM | $35.00 until Dec 6, 2026 | Opens Jan 27, 2026 · Closes Jan 31, 2027 |
| Little Dragon king of the hill | 400m | Jan 31, 2027, 9:30 AM | $10.00 until Jan 11, 2027 | Opens Feb 3, 2026 · Closes Jan 11, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Winter Dragon Race
The rise of the winter dragon is challenging yet rewarding experience for all ages and levels. All participants will get to enjoy a scenic route at Pearsall park a premier up and coming running area with nice and great dirt roads and beautiful scenic environment. All Half Marathon runners will receive a warm event Hoodie, Finisher Medal and first 100 registered 21K runners will get an Edragon productions Beanie. We will also have Chicken fajita plate for all participants, Hot coffee, Hot Cocoa, Sweat bread and much more.
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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