2026 Run The Line Half Marathon
The 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Texarkana, Texas, and Texarkana, Arkansas, a unique bi-state city located on the Texas-Arkansas border. The event begins at the intersection of W. Broad Street and Texas Boulevard in Texarkana, Texas, and concludes at 3rd and Wood Streets in front of the Hopkins Ice House in Texarkana, Arkansas. On this date, Texarkana typically experiences a mild winter climate, with temperatures ranging from a high of 58°F (14°C) to a low of 39°F (4°C). Runners can expect partly cloudy skies with a light breeze, making for favorable running conditions. The course is a single-loop, USATF-certified half marathon that offers a distinctive bi-state experience, crossing the Texas-Arkansas state line multiple times. Participants will run on a combination of coned-off city streets, asphalt trails in two city parks, and a short segment directly on the state line. The route includes water stops, musical entertainment, and volunteer support, with a 4-hour cutoff for safety and timing purposes.
What is the date and location of the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
The 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Texarkana, Texas, and Texarkana, Arkansas. The race starts at the intersection of W. Broad Street and Texas Boulevard in Texarkana, Texas, and finishes at 3rd and Wood Streets in front of the Hopkins Ice House in Texarkana, Arkansas.
What is the terrain type of the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
The 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon features a road event with mixed urban surfaces. The course includes primarily coned-off city streets, approximately four miles on 10-foot-wide asphalt trails winding through two city parks, and a short segment that runs directly on the Texas/Arkansas state line.
What are the key details of the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon course?
The course is a USATF-certified single-loop course (certification AR19015WJT) that offers a distinctive bi-state running experience. Runners begin in Texas, cross into Arkansas, re-enter Texas, and finish in Arkansas. The route traverses residential neighborhoods on city streets with several long inclines, includes approximately four miles of smooth asphalt trails within city parks, and the remainder runs on closed-off urban roads. The course features water stops and restrooms at miles 2.3, 3.5, 5, 6.5, 8, 9.8, and 11. Musical entertainers are stationed along the route, and over 100 volunteers plus police officers provide course support. The race has a 4-hour cutoff, closing at 11:30 a.m. for safety and timing purposes.
What race format options are available for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
Participants can choose from the following race format options:
- →Individual half marathon (13.1 miles) for runners and walkers
- →2-person relay (6.55 miles per leg)
- →4-person relay (approximately 3.27 miles per leg)
What are the age requirements for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
All participants must be at least 13 years old.
What pace groups are available for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
Pace groups are available for the following finish times:
- →1:45
- →2:00
- →2:15
- →2:30
What are the start times for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
The race starts at 7:30 a.m. with wave starts based on estimated mile pace.
What is included in the registration for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
Chip timing is provided, and finishers receive a medal and a post-race meal, which includes burger options and beverages.
What series is the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon part of?
The 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon is part of the Arkansas RRCA Grand Prix Series and the Natural State Running Series.
What is the RaceJoy app integration for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
The RaceJoy app is integrated for live GPS tracking and virtual cheers, allowing participants and supporters to follow the race in real time.
When is packet pickup available for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
Packet pickup is available on Saturday, February 14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Racquet & Jog, and on Sunday morning, February 15, from 6:15 a.m. to 7:10 a.m. at the Bi-State Justice Building.
What is the weather forecast for the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon?
On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Texarkana is expected to have partly cloudy skies with a high of 58°F (14°C) and a low of 39°F (4°C). A light breeze is anticipated, making for favorable running conditions.
What makes the 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon unique?
The 2026 Run The Line Half-Marathon is a true bi-state event, one of few races in the U.S. where participants cross state lines multiple times during a single certified half marathon course. The route begins in Texas, crosses into Arkansas, re-enters Texas, and finishes in Arkansas, offering a distinctive experience for runners and walkers.