Crisp 60 Degree Weather and Sunshine Welcomes Runners, Walkers, Families, and Supporters to Friday and Saturday’s BMW Dallas Marathon Festival Events

December 16, 2024

(DALLAS) December 16, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Nearly 11,000 runners showed up at the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival to participate in the Friday Night Lights event, followed by Saturday’s EIGHT K, 5K, 5K Team, 5K Walk, 100M Dash, and the Oncor Kid’s Race – which promotes family health and wellness in the community.

For the 53^rd year, the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival weekend is drawing thousands of participants and spectators worldwide. Revelers come from near and far to cheer on runners and walkers participating in the official marathon of the City of Dallas and Texas’ longest-running marathon.

“It’s always our goal to have a great lineup of family-inclusive races that create a challenging and fun experience for everyone,” said Jason Schuchard, President of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival. “These events bring together runners of all ages and abilities, creating an electric atmosphere that truly embodies the spirit of our community. It’s incredible to see the excitement and camaraderie as participants cross the finish line.”

EIGHT K Winners

Hudson Hamilton, 19, of Fort Worth, Texas, took first place for men and Tate Alvarez, 33, of Grapevine, Texas for women in the EIGHT K.

EIGHT K Wheelchair Winner

Ryan Davis, 14, of Waskom, Texas placed first for men in the EIGHT K Wheelchair division.

5K Winners

Jack Matherly, 25, of Eugene, Oregon, placed first for men in the 5K. Katie McCune, 26, of Springfield, Missouri, took first place among the women running the 5K.

Kids’ Races

Nearly 4,000 kids of all ages took part in the marathon’s annual line-up of family races, including the 100M Dash and the Oncor Kid’s Race. To kick off the Oncor Race, Ashley Mahon sang the National Anthem, and Debbie Dennis, Senior Vice President, Chief Customer Officer and Chief HR Officer of Oncor, gave a special message to the kids before they sprinted off.

“Today is really special, this is our tenth year to be a presenting sponsor of this race and it is so amazing to bring fun and fitness to Dallas kids,” Dennis said. “These kids are our future customers and they’re making a commitment to healthy lifestyles and it means so much to us.”

Friday Night Lights Mile

The BMW Dallas Marathon Festival hosted its fifth annual Friday Night Lights Mile event yesterday evening, a two-lap Grand Prix style race around Dallas City Hall Plaza. More than 700 participants took part in this fun event that offered eight different heats for seniors, kids, elite runners, walkers, and even those in costume.

Friday Night Lights Mile Winners

Beginner/First Time Miler (Open Age Range)

(Male) Frankie Cornell, 29, of Dallas, Texas

(Female) Kayla Valadez, 10, of Dallas, Texas

Walkers/Costume (Open Age Range)
(Male) Walker Ray, 11, of Heath, Texas

(Female) Kristine Wright, 28, of Denton, Texas

Youth (5-18)
(Male) Chance Anderson, 14, of Dallas, Texas

(Female) Annabelle Angeles, 13, of Murphy, Texas

Senior (50 and Older)
(Male) Charles Clark, 52, of Corpus Christi, Texas

(Female) Rosenda Vasquez, 55, of Frisco, Texas

Masters (Ages 40-49)
(Male) Marshall Goldsmith, 40, of Memphis, Tennessee

(Female) Dawn Grunnagle, 47, of Dallas, Texas

Young Masters (30-39)
(Male) Jeffery Killan 39, of Arlington, Texas

(Female) Tessa Bache-Wiig, 33, of Dallas, Texas

Young Adults (19-29)
(Male) William Kariampuzha, 24, of Tyler, Texas

(Female) Lauren Feely, 26, of Chicago, Illinois

Elite (Open Age Range: RRCA Texas State One Mile Championship)
(Male) Kevin Kirk, 25, of Ogden, Utah

(Female) Jordan Lacsamana, 17, of Dallas, Texas

Sunday, December 14, 2024

Tomorrow, the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival will host the Half, Half Marathon, Full, Ultra Marathon (50K), and Shell Energy Relays starting at 8:00 a.m.

About The Dallas White Rock Marathon

The Dallas White Rock Marathon (DWRM) is a nonprofit organization with a focus on promoting health and physical fitness through running events and related activities. The organization is comprised of volunteer board members and a full-time staff with various backgrounds and running experiences that help carry out the mission of the DWRM as well as support the growth and impact of the DWRM portfolio of events in the Dallas-Fort Worth community. Dating back to 1971, the organization hosts year-round events culminating with Dallas’ largest and Texas’ longest running marathon: the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival. Now in its 53rd running, the marquee event, with 12 running and walking events for all ages, will attract runners from across the globe and hundreds of thousands of spectators to Dallas’ largest single-day sporting event. The BMW Dallas Marathon Festival course highlights iconic Dallas landmarks and is recognized as the official marathon of the City of Dallas. Since naming a primary beneficiary in 1997, DWRM has donated more than $4.5 million to Scottish Rite for Children. For more information, visit www.dallasmarathon.com.

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