MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 Dallas Fort Worth
About the race
Join our annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day run to honor the legacy of Dr. King and his enduring commitment to justice, equality, and peace.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages are welcome, and you can run or walk. Under-18s must run with a guardian.
There is no equipment or setup needed. Coordinators are on hand to support you in a warm, stress-free setting.
What you get
Swag bag
- Running T-shirt, shipped to the address you register with (US only)
- Finisher's towel or giveaway
- Finisher's medal
- Digital training pack
When will I get my swag?
Your shirt arrives at your mailing address the week of your race. Last-minute registrations (two weeks before the race or later) should note that shipping takes time, so the shirt will likely arrive after the run. You may wear any appropriate shirt to run.
Race overview and waves
Runs sell out quickly. Waves close as soon as they fill. If waves are sold out, you can sign up for the virtual run option or join the wait list.
Wave times
Waves fill on a first come, first served basis. Email [email protected] to request your desired wave time.
- Wave A: 7:30 AM
- Wave B: 8:00 AM
- Wave C: 8:30 AM
Late runners may run upon arrival. Coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave.
Packet pickup and race bibs
There is no packet pickup. Swag ships directly to your address, so provide your full, correct US mailing address, including apartment number, and check the spelling. Race bibs are provided on race day.
Race updates
We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Virtual run option
The virtual run includes a training pack with digital tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place you choose, using any tracking device (optional).
After you finish, submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal.
Charity initiatives
Every mile you log after the race, we will donate $1 to one of the charities we work with. Fundraising is optional.
Timing
Timing is optional. You may track your time on an app such as Strava, RunKeeper or Nike Run, then submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
No timing chips are used. This is a stress-free run to support you in achieving your goals.
The course
Location
Fort Worth, TX, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Fort Worth
Fort Worth is a city in Texas, USA, and the county seat of Tarrant County. It is the second-largest city in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and the fourth-most populous in Texas. Summers are hot and humid, so spring and autumn are the best seasons to race.
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