Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Galveston

The Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Galveston takes place in Galveston, Texas, on October 9, 2027, with a mass start at 7:00 a.m. for the half marathon (13.1 miles / 21.1 km), the quarter marathon (6.55 miles / 10.5 km), the 5K and the 1-mile run. The event is based at Stewart Beach and follows a course showcasing Texas green spaces and coastline, with aid stations spread along the route.

Running by the sea means dealing with wind and humidity: on any out-and-back stretch, one direction is into a headwind and drags down your average pace, so it pays to run by effort rather than by pace per mile. The 7:00 a.m. start helps avoid the hottest part of the day. Once across the line, the morning continues with a costume contest in the spirit of Día de los Muertos, age-group awards, live music and Mexican food.