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Valentine's, Cupid and sweetheart runs, 2027

Valentine's Day Races in Texas

Texas has 17 upcoming Valentine's Day races on the RunSignup calendar between Feb 1 and Feb 20, 2027, in 13 cities: Cupid's Chase 5Ks, sweetheart runs and couples races. The busiest weekend is Feb 13 with 15 races, and 15 races are on Valentine's weekend (Feb 12 to Feb 14). 2 races on Valentine's Day. San Antonio (3), Austin (2) and Houston (2) host the most. 17 include a 5K, 8 a 10K and 5 a half marathon. Current RunSignup entry fees run $30 to $55.82. Registration is open for 17.

Last updated Nov 12, 2026. Race data from RunSignup, refreshed every morning. Always confirm details on the official race page.

Races
17
Weekend of Feb 13
15
Registration open
17
Host cities
13

Racing in February? In 2027 the Austin Marathon, half and 5K fall on Valentine's Day itself; see our Austin Marathon 2027 guide. Browse 5Ks in Texas and half marathons in Texas. More holiday runs: Halloween races, turkey trots, Veterans Day races, Christmas races, New Year's races, St. Patrick's Day races.

Are there races on Valentine's Day in Texas

Valentine's Day · Sunday, Feb 14

Valentine's Day Races by weekend

Every Texas race on RunSignup with a Valentine's, Cupid, sweetheart, love or heart name between Feb 1 and Feb 20, 2027, grouped by weekend and region. Virtual-only listings aren't included. Fees are the current RunSignup price tier for the cheapest adult in-person entry (or the first tier, if registration hasn't opened), before processing fees. "Couples & costumes" means the organizer's own description mentions couples, partners, costumes or wearing red and pink; "Kids' event" means a kids' race is listed on RunSignup, and "Mentions kids" that the description mentions kids or children.

Weekend of Feb 6

1 race

Dallas–Fort Worth

Weekend of Feb 13

Valentine's weekend 15 races

Austin & Hill Country

Dallas–Fort Worth

Houston & Gulf Coast

San Antonio & South Texas

West Texas & El Paso

Panhandle & Lubbock

Coastal Bend & Rio Grande Valley

Weekend of Feb 20

1 race

East Texas & Piney Woods

Registration links go to RunSignup; Lone Star Strides may earn a referral commission at no cost to you. Races are matched by name, so a February race without a Valentine's name won't be listed here.

What the organizers say about couples, costumes and wearing red

7 races mention couples, partners, costumes or wearing red and pink in their RunSignup description. In the organizers' own words:

Saturday, Feb 6 · Denton

Love Struck Miles 5k & 10k

“Grab your husband, boyfriend, fiancé, partner, or your favorite running buddy and enjoy the miles together.”

Types of valentine's day races in Texas

5Ks and fun runs. 17 of the 17 races include a 5K, and many add a one-mile fun run or kids' dash. See all 5Ks in Texas.

Half marathons and marathons. 5 races include a half marathon or marathon, including Love on the Run Half Marathon (Feb 13, Irving), Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK (Feb 13, Austin), Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH (Feb 13, Fort Worth) and Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON (Feb 13, Houston). Compare them with every half marathon in Texas.

Virtual options. 7 races also offer a virtual entry, handy if you're traveling.

Tips

  • Run it together. If you're running with a partner, agree on the pace before the start. A 5K where you stay together beats one where you finish alone.
  • Dress for February. Mid-February weather in Texas can swing from freezing to warm. Check the forecast the night before and bring a throwaway layer.
  • Pin your bib where it shows. Put it on the outside of any costume or layer so volunteers and timers can see it.
  • Register early. Prices rise in tiers, and shirts or medals are often only guaranteed by a cutoff date. Each race page shows the tiers.
  • New to running? A holiday 5K is a friendly first race. The run-walk method gets you to the finish.

By region

Top cities

San Antonio (3)Austin (2)Houston (2)Amarillo (1)Canyon (1)Corpus Christi (1)Dallas (1)Denton (1)El Paso (1)Fort Worth (1)Irving (1)Lubbock (1)Tyler (1)

FAQ

Are there valentine's day races in Texas?

Texas has 17 upcoming Valentine's Day races on the RunSignup calendar between Feb 1 and Feb 20, 2027, in 13 cities: Cupid's Chase 5Ks, sweetheart runs and couples races. The busiest weekend is Feb 13 with 15 races, and 15 races are on Valentine's weekend (Feb 12 to Feb 14). 2 races on Valentine's Day. San Antonio (3), Austin (2) and Houston (2) host the most. 17 include a 5K, 8 a 10K and 5 a half marathon. Current RunSignup entry fees run $30 to $55.82. Registration is open for 17.

Are there races on Valentine's Day in Texas?

Valentine's Day (Feb 14): 16th Annual Be My Valentine: 5K Run/Walk in San Antonio and Puppy Love 5k Presented by Matthews Media in Canyon. Check the race page for start times.

How much does a Valentine's Day race cost in Texas?

Current RunSignup entry fees for the races on this page run $30 to $55.82, before processing fees, counting each race's cheapest adult in-person entry. Many raise the price in tiers as race day gets closer, so registering early is cheaper. Each race page shows every tier and when it ends.

Are there couples races for Valentine's Day in Texas?

7 races on this page mention couples, partners, costumes or wearing red and pink in the organizer's own listing, including Love Struck Miles 5k & 10k (Feb 6, Denton), Love on the Run Half Marathon (Feb 13, Irving), Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK (Feb 13, Austin), Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH (Feb 13, Fort Worth), Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON (Feb 13, Houston) and Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO (Feb 13, San Antonio). Read each race description for the organizer's details.

Are there Valentine's Day races for kids in Texas?

2 races list a kids' event on RunSignup. In all, 3 races either list a kids' event or mention kids in the description, including Love Struck Miles 5k & 10k (Feb 6, Denton), Love on the Run Half Marathon (Feb 13, Irving) and LoveStruck 5K/10K (Feb 13, Houston). Age rules and whether children need a separate entry vary, so check the race page before you register.

Where are the valentine's day races in Texas?

They're spread across Austin & Hill Country (2), Dallas–Fort Worth (4), Houston & Gulf Coast (2), San Antonio & South Texas (3), West Texas & El Paso (1), Panhandle & Lubbock (3), East Texas & Piney Woods (1) and Coastal Bend & Rio Grande Valley (1).

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