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DFW Airport 5K on the Runway

Saturday, October 5, 2024 DFW Airport, TX 75261 US Directions

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General Public Registration

7:30AM CDT
Open to ages 18+.
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DFW Airport Board Employee Registration

7:30AM CDT
Open to ages 18+.
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Retired DFW Airport Employee Registration

7:30AM CDT
Open to ages 18+.

Place

2200 W. Airfield Drive
DFW Airport, TX US 75261

Description

Your Chance to Run Where Planes Soar at DFW

You are invited to join the 5K on the Runway, an exclusive 5K run celebrating DFW Airport’s 50th anniversary. This is a rare opportunity for 2,500 lucky runners to take to the runway as we celebrate our Golden Anniversary and 50 years of connecting the world. Participants will receive a commemorative medal and t-shirt for DFW’s historic 5K.


Join 2,500 fellow runners on October 5th, 2024, as we stride across the runway of the world’s 3rd busiest airport for an unforgettable run. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration. To learn more about DFW Airports 50th Anniversary visit www.DFW50.com.

Know Before You Go

-Conditioning: While this 5K is designed to be inclusive and welcoming for everyone, regardless of experience level, we encourage participants to ensure they are physically conditioned to complete the course comfortably.

-Spectators: For safety and security, only those who are registered to participate as a runners/walker will be allowed at the event and there will not be an area for spectators.

-Strollers: Baby joggers and strollers are not allowed at the event.

-Age Limit: All participants must be at least 18 years old.

-Pets: This is not a pet-friendly event, so please do not bring your fur baby.  

-Packet Pickup: Participants must pick up their race packet in advance of the event. Location options are provided during registration and in the email confirmation that you will receive once you register. 

-Arrival Time: The 5K starts promptly at 7:30 a.m.; however, doors open 6:30 a.m. Please note that only those with a bib will have access to the airfield. 

-Run or Walk: You can run or walk the 3.1-mile course and the time limit to complete the 3.1 miles is 70 minutes.

-Parking: Parking is available at the old Thryv campus at DFW Airport, the address is: 2200 W. Airfield Drive, Dallas, TX 75261

-Refund Policy: Refunds are not allowed for this race. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen operational circumstances, the 5K may be canceled for the safety of all participants. 

-Participant Transfer: Transferring your registration to another participant is not allowed for this race.

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