From the Organizer
The Events:
- Dad Duty Carry - Be it groceries or kids, dad has to be ready to pick up the slack, limit the trips, and carry it all.
- Dad Jokes - Bring your own joke or funny story to break the other dad's serious face.
- 100m Skip or Frog Jumps - Skipping feels pretty silly, but so does jumping over another man.
- Water Balloon Accuracy - A little movement goes a long way. Move faster to not get hit.
- Dad Hold This Test - Grip strength is real strength.
- 1 v 1 Tug of War - Don't bring out some cleats, but let's see those dad biceps in action.
Equipment + Refreshments + Awards for each category
Family are welcome to join, but don't let the crew stop you from participating in the Highland Park Dad Games 2026.
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/20
High
91°
Low
77°
Conditions
Chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
51%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About San Antonio, TX
Population
1,458,954
as of 2023
City Elevation
781 ft
Nearest Airport
SAT
San Antonio International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at DAD GAMES, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
More Running races near San Antonio, TX
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Less than a mile away
Brack Alumni Dash 5k and 5K Relay
1K · 5K · From $20 · 400 Eagleland Dr
2 miles away
E-Dragon Run Festival
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2 miles away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the DAD GAMES?
- DAD GAMES is a running race held in San Antonio, Texas on June 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the DAD GAMES?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas at 901 Rigsby Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the DAD GAMES?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
DAD GAMES
Jun 20, 2026