9TH Annual
9th Annual Garland Guzzler 0.5K Run is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Garland, TX, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
THE GARLAND GUZZLER 0.5K RACE IS ON THE HORIZON!
Lace up those sneakers, stretch out those muscles for all 0.5 kilometers of glory, and get ready to conquer the most hilariously grueling race of the year!
Now in its NINTH epic year, the Garland Guzzler 0.5K is charging full speed ahead!
This challenging race will be coupled with an event full of music, games, and activities for the whole family. So as we like to say around here, "Come for the race, Stay for the party!"
So what are you waiting for?
Register now and let the countdown to glory begin!
ROUTE
We're Circling the Garland City Square!
520 W State St, Garland, TX 75040
SWAG
Don’t worry; we have you covered!
Whether you're in it for the fun or just the free stuff, this is one event you don’t want to miss.
Guzzler participants will get custom race medals, race t-shirts, and some fun goodies too, so the only thing likely to be lagging is your race time.
REGISTER
Now, you may be thinking, this sounds like a blast, but how do I sign up?
Registration information and pricing can be found at the top. Select the SIGN-UP button to register. Do not miss out! Space is limited!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Richardson, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
245,298
as of 2023
City Elevation
558 ft
Nearest Airport
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 13 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 9th Annual Garland Guzzler 0.5K Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
72
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Garland than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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9th Annual Garland Guzzler 0.5K Run
Oct 3, 2026