Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32)
Temple, TX's Ninja race series offers a fast, flat course with a focus on community and fun.
Race Date
Aug 8, 2026
Location
Temple, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location
- Temple, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, Texas, provides a straightforward racing experience on a certified, flat course. This event, first held in 2025, is designed for runners seeking a no-frills race focused on performance and community.
The out-and-back course is designed for speed, with minimal elevation changes, making it a prime candidate for personal bests. Runners can expect a clear, well-marked path, with a generous 3.5-hour time limit for the half marathon, welcoming participants of all paces.
While specific details on field size and draw are limited for this newer event, the series emphasizes community engagement with awards for best costumes and series points. Runners receive a finisher medal and a race shirt, contributing to a satisfying race-day reward.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2866799296 The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. Half Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5423011888 The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. View Race Information on US Road Running
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
2205 Curtis B Elliot Dr,, Temple, TX, 76501
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
1 year running
~1 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 2:52:02
typical high 98°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
78°
Afternoon (High)
98°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.0"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
57%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1
Median time
2:52:02
Latest turnout
1
States
1
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32)?
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32) is held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32) take place?
It takes place in Temple, Texas.
What distances does the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32) course flat and good for a PR?
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1 runners who have completed the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (32).
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