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Beat the Street for Little Feet

Beat the Street for Little Feet

Beat the Street for Little Feet: a flat, community-focused half marathon fundraiser.

Race Date

Jan 23, 2027

Location

Sweetwater, TX

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, January 23, 2027
Location
Sweetwater, Texas
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner FriendlyPR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityLow KeyWell Organized

The Experience

Sweetwater's Beat the Street for Little Feet is more than a race; it's a community tradition celebrating its 15th year in 2027. This flat, looped course winds through the west Texas town, a fundraiser for Cornerstone Christian School scholarships. With negligible elevation gain, it's a pure road course that invites first-timers and veterans alike to chase a fast time.

The early January start (8:00 AM) often brings crisp temps in the upper 30s to low 60s, with a steady 16 mph breeze typical—no rain in the forecast historically. The atmosphere is low-key and local, with participants mostly from the surrounding region. While the field is modest, the cause creates a warm, supportive vibe.

Post-race, runners collect a commemorative T-shirt (guaranteed for early registrants). This isn't a destination race, but for those seeking a welcoming, no-frills half with a flat profile and a meaningful mission, Beat the Street delivers. The steady turnout over the years speaks to its charm.

Race-provided description

Join us for our 15th annual Beat the Street on January 23,2027!! Come celebrate 15 years of Beat the Street for Little Feet benefiting Cornerstone Christian School!  The event includes: a Half Marathon, 10K Run, and 5K Run.  Come spend the morning with us and enjoy great exercise and fun!!    *Participants registering BEFORE 1/8/2027 will be guaranteed a shirt.      More information coming soon!   *Participants must complete the race entered to be eligible for placings and prizes. Start times are as follows:Half Marathon - 8:00 am10K - 8:30 am5K - 9:00 am   Race routes are as follows: Half Marathon - https://www.strava.com/routes/3347227505719464198 10K - https://www.strava.com/routes/3347228455533442302 5K - https://www.strava.com/routes/6426840?fbclid=IwAR3p8uSjZdITlDW5vDvCpAgogoBoBF7NGYFay8COWI07ptujF9A60UsNrtU     *Registration for all events will end at 11:59 PM on 1/22/2027. Day-of registrations will be permitted onsite at the original registration price plus an additional $25 late fee. Please note:  Al…

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, January 23, 2027

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

400 Elm Street, Sweetwater, TX, 79556

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Small Town

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size7/15

~27 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

7 timing sources

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:37:42

Weather10/10

typical high 57°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

35°

Afternoon (High)

52°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

15 mph

Wind

63%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Beat the Street for Little Feet?

The Beat the Street for Little Feet is held on Saturday, January 23, 2027.

Where does the Beat the Street for Little Feet take place?

It takes place in Sweetwater, Texas.

What distances does the Beat the Street for Little Feet offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the Beat the Street for Little Feet course flat and good for a PR?

The Beat the Street for Little Feet is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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