Forerunner 5K & Firewalker Fun Run presented by Grace Church Lake Highlands

Get ready to lace up your shoes for a meaningful and energetic morning at the Forerunner 5K & Firewalker Fun Run, presented by Grace Church Lake Highlands, on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Dallas, TX. This annual event, hosted at Northlake Elementary School, offers a fantastic opportunity to hit your stride while supporting a powerful mission: empowering boys to reach their God-given potential through mentorship. Runners can tackle the USATF certified 5K course, renowned for its fast and flat elevation, making it an ideal race for those chasing a new personal record. Families will also love the Firewalker Fun Run, a free ~1/4 mile course perfect for kids and even strollers, which are welcome to join from the back of the pack.

The race day kicks off with packet pickup and warmups at 8:00 AM, with the Fun Run starting at 9:00 AM and the 5K at 9:15 AM. Beyond the race itself, the Forerunner 5K is celebrated for its vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. Participants can look forward to a lively post-race celebration featuring free food, live music, bounce houses, and face painting, ensuring entertainment for all ages from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. With typical race day conditions in early March presenting comfortable highs around 68F and lows around 48F, and only an 11% chance of precipitation, you can anticipate pleasant running weather for this impactful Dallas road race.