Brighten your winter racing calendar on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Sam Houston Trail Park (101 I‑635, Irving, TX), as Run Different presents the festive Holiday Showdown. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or the spirited Kid’s Dash for young runners. More than a race, it’s a celebration wrapped in holiday cheer—with medals, music, and memories.
🎁 What to Expect
After navigating the holiday shopping rush, this event offers a jolly escape with flat, paved trails and scenic greenways. The main races kick off at 7:00 AM CST (Half Marathon), followed by the 10K at 7:05 AM and the 5K at 7:15 AM, all wrapping up by 11:15 AM CST. The Kid’s Dash leads off at 6:45 AM, giving younger runners their exclusive moment.
Runners are rewarded with beautiful custom holiday medals, event-themed shirts (shirt cutoff 11/23), and podium awards for age group, overall winners, masters (40+), and grand masters (60+), all distributed on-site—no mail-away hassles. Kids receive participation shirts and can add a medal if desired.
❄️ What Makes It Special
With an estimated 200–500 participants per race, Holiday Showdown balances festive fun with well-organized logistics. Run Different fosters community presence, holiday spirit, and racing excellence in equal measure. The flat course, affordable pricing, and holiday-themed swag make this race a seasonal standout in DFW.
