Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon
Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon offers a festive, family-friendly run with a fast course and lively post-race celebration.
Race Date
May 15, 2027
Location
Irving, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 15, 2027
- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles, 10K, 5K, VIP Area Access, Spectator Pass
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 3,733
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon in Irving, Texas, aims to celebrate Latin cultures with a festive atmosphere. This USATF-certified, chip-timed event, first run in 2002 and now in its 6th edition, typically sees around 1,100 to 1,200 finishers, drawing participants from about 18 states.
The course is described as flat and fast, with a net elevation drop and minimal start/finish separation, making it a potential PR course. Runners will experience a loop through the Las Colinas area, though some reviews mention it can be narrow and exposed to the sun. The race benefits the Irving Schools Foundation, contributing to local educational initiatives.
While some reviews highlight organizational challenges like packet pickup lines and race start delays, others praise the professional execution, well-marked course, and friendly atmosphere. The post-race festival at Toyota Music Factory promises free beer, tacos, and live entertainment, with VIP options available. The event also includes team challenges and age group awards.
Race-provided description
13.1, 10K, 5K FUN & FESTIVE USATF CERTIFIED RACE BENEFITING IRVING SCHOOLS FOUNDATION TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY IRVING, TX MAY 15, 2027 The Fiesta de Mayo Half Marathon gives runners the last chance to get moving through scenic downtown Las Colinas before the Texas summer heat! A distance for everyone! New runners and families are welcome to join the 5K. Experienced runners are likely to choose the 10K while advanced runners compete in the main half marathon event. Race day perks include CASH prizes, FREE professional race photos, gender-specific performance event shirt, custom event bib, chip-timed race, live tracking and course maps w/ GPS Progress Alerts, age group awards, team challenge awards, convenient parking, and more. The post-race party on Texas Lottery Plaza includes free beer, tacos, live entertainment, and much more! VIP upgrades for indoor brunch buffet, additional beverages, and more! Join the team challenge for the chance to win the Fastest Team Trophy, Most-Participation Team Trophy, or Best Dressed Team Trophy! The Irving Marathon Running Series benefits the Irving Schools Foundation. Each event brings people from all over the world together for a great cause by providing meals for children, school supplies, scholarships, and more. A scholarship is given by IMRS to ISF at each event totaling eight scholarships a year! Official Race Website:http://www.irvingmarathon.com/fiestademayohalf
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, May 15, 2027
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Shirt Size
Start Location
316 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX, 75039
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
TX22029LAB
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
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Quality Score
Standout646 years running
~1,478 finishers a year
growing or steady
10% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources
runners from 18 states
winner 1:12:43
typical high 85°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
68°
Afternoon (High)
85°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3,733 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
3,733
Median time
2:19:43
Latest turnout
1,130
States
34
Turnout by year
2021–2026
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Frequently asked
When is the Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon?
The Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon is held on Saturday, May 15, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Irving, Texas.
What distances does the Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles, 10K, 5K, VIP Area Access, Spectator Pass.
Is the Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3,733 runners who have completed the Fiesta De Mayo Half Marathon.
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