Mardi Gras Madness - Fort Worth
Updated
Sunday, February 7, 2027, first start 8:55 AM, in Arlington (400 Cravens Park Dr). Distances: 1 mile, 5K, 10K. Entry from $25 to $35; the 5K goes from $35 to $38 after November 24.
Course and race notes
This isn’t just another run - it’s a full-on Mardi Gras party with all the fixings: over-the-top medals, stylish tees, and high-energy staff.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Sunday, February 7
2027 · in 92 days
Start time
8:55 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile5K10K
Price
$25 to $35
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Tue Nov 24 (in 17 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sun Feb 7 (in 92 days)
Opened May 1, 2026
Race day in Arlington
Weather
61° / 39°F
Typical high and low for February 7, with a 23% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Arlington Muni Airport, TX (1.2 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:19 AM – 6:05 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Sunday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
1 public lot or garage within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- Church's Chicken quick bite0.5 mi
- Jack in the Box quick bite0.6 mi
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Sat Feb 6
Where to stay
14 within 3 mi25 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Arlington/Dallas Area
About 5 min drive1.8 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: InTown Suites Extended Stay Arlington TX - Oak Village
About 5 min drive1.8 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: Homewood Suites
About 5 min drive1.8 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: Quality Inn
About 6 min drive1.9 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Fairfield Inn & Suites Dallas Arlington South
About 6 min drive1.9 mi from the start
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