2026 Heartbreaker

The 2026 Heartbreaker is scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 550 N. Murphy Rd in Murphy, Texas. Taking place on Valentine's Day, this road running event features a flat, paved course with options for a Kid's Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. Participants can expect a community-focused atmosphere with gun-timed races suitable for all ages and abilities. Weather in Murphy during mid-February typically averages highs in the mid-50s°F and lows in the mid-30s°F, though conditions can vary; layering is recommended for the early morning start times.

What is the event schedule and start times?

• →6:30–8:00 AM: Check-in
• →7:30 AM: National Anthem & Announcements
• →7:50 AM: Kid’s Dash
• →8:00 AM: Half Marathon start
• →8:05 AM: 10K start
• →8:15 AM: 5K & 1 Mile start
• →9:00 AM: Awards Ceremony
• →12:15 PM: Course closes

What distances are available for this event?

• →Kid’s Dash: Free 100–200 meter sprint (starts at 7:50 AM)
• →1 Mile: Untimed fun run/walk (starts at 8:15 AM)
• →5K: One 3.1-mile road loop (starts at 8:15 AM)
• →10K: Two 5K loops (starts at 8:05 AM)
• →Half Marathon: Four 5K loops (starts at 8:00 AM)

How much does registration cost?

• →Kid’s Dash: Free (optional shirt/medal add-on available)
• →1 Mile: $20 (includes shirt and medal)
• →5K: $38 (includes shirt and medal)
• →10K: $45 (includes shirt and medal)
• →Half Marathon: $68 (includes shirt and medal)
• →Note: Prices increase after February 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST.

What is included with registration?

• →Event-themed t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by January 31, 2026)
• →Custom finisher medal (for 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon participants)
• →Gun-timed race on a closed, paved road course
• →Age group and overall awards eligibility for 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
• →Access to the post-race awards ceremony

What are the course details and terrain?

• →The course is a flat, paved road loop located in central Murphy.
• →5K consists of a single 3.1-mile loop.
• →10K consists of two 5K loops.
• →Half Marathon consists of four 5K loops.
• →The terrain is ideal for beginners and competitive runners seeking fast times.
• →The event is gun-timed; runners are encouraged to start near the front if competing.

Are there awards or prizes?

• →Age Group Awards: Top 4 in each division (0–4, 5–9, ..., 80+) for 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon.
• →Overall Awards: Overall Male/Female, Masters (40+), and Grand Masters (60+).
• →Awards are distributed on-site only after results are posted.

What is the virtual participation option?

• →A virtual option is available for all distances.
• →Virtual registrants receive their shirt and medal via mail during race week.
• →Virtual participants are not eligible for age group or overall awards.

How does the event support charitable causes?

• →Run Different donates a portion of proceeds to:

• American Heart Association: 25% of profits + 100% of direct donations.

• Encounter Church (Fate, TX): 10% of profits + 100% of direct donations.

Are volunteer opportunities available?

• →Volunteers are needed on race day for various roles.
• →As a thank-you, volunteers receive a free race entry for future Run Different events.