Good Space Dash for the Beads
- Date Sun 7th February 2027
- Time 10:30AM CST
- Location Dallas, Texas
- Price $28.29 - $44.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the Good Space Dash for the Beads on Sunday, February 7, 2027, in vibrant Dallas! This annual event celebrates Mardi Gras with a spirited 5K run and a leisurely 1-mile walk, inviting participants of all ages to join in the festivities and "Laissez les bons temps rouler!" As a proud 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Dash for the Beads aims to support local schools by promoting healthy eating and physical activity among children in the community.
Starting at 8 AM, the day kicks off with registration and packet pickup, followed by an exciting schedule that includes a DJ, a fun run at 10:30 AM, and the main 5K race at 11 AM. Participants can look forward to awards recognizing the fastest male and female runners, as well as age-category winners. With over $325,000 in donations awarded to local organizations since 2014, your participation not only promises a fantastic time but also helps promote physical fitness and the arts for Dallas-area kids. Don’t forget to register by January 15, 2026, to secure your festive t-shirt, and join the fun at the Oak Cliff Mardi Gras
Starting at 8 AM, the day kicks off with registration and packet pickup, followed by an exciting schedule that includes a DJ, a fun run at 10:30 AM, and the main 5K race at 11 AM. Participants can look forward to awards recognizing the fastest male and female runners, as well as age-category winners. With over $325,000 in donations awarded to local organizations since 2014, your participation not only promises a fantastic time but also helps promote physical fitness and the arts for Dallas-area kids. Don’t forget to register by January 15, 2026, to secure your festive t-shirt, and join the fun at the Oak Cliff Mardi Gras
Organiser's Description
Dash for the Beads is an annual 5K run along with a 1mile walk that coincides with Mardi Gras so come out and Laissez les bons temps rouler! (To any Mardi Gras rookies that is Cajun for Let the good times roll). Dash for the Beads is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that donates its proceeds to local area schools to help promote healthy eating and physical activity for our grade school children.
All Dash for the Beads activities provide funds for Dallas-area schools and non-profits to promote physical fitness, healthy eating and arts programming.
WE ACCOMPLISH OUR MISSION BY:
Raising funds annually for Oak Cliff schools and non-profits that serve children through The Dash for the Beads 5K and fun run race event, as well as, Last Bag Standing and Friends of the Dash.
Requesting grant proposals annually from Oak Cliff schools and non-profits that offer physical fitness, healthy eating, and arts programming for children.
Carefully reviewing and scoring grant applications to ensure Dash for the Beads is a good steward of raised funds to be distributed.
Awarding grant funds to Oak Cliff schools and non-profits based upon the Grant Review Process.
Diligently following up with Awardees to ensure grant funds are spent as requested and all necessary grant reporting is completed and in order.
HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HAS HELPED
Over $27,000 in FREE entries given to approx. 675 DISD school kids (over the past 3 years).
DONATIONS AWARDED: $325,000 (since 2014)
Donations have been awarded to 34 different organizations (since 2014).
Please sign up ahead of time if you love fun festive t-shirts! T-shirts will be guaranteed to participants registered by January 15, 2026!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
Date: Saturday, February 6th, 2027
Location: Oak Cliff Brewing Co.
Time: TO BE ANNOUNCED!
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP:
Location and Time : TO BE ANNOUNCED!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
EVENT Details for Sunday, February 7, 2027
8am Registration, packet pickup, bars open, etc.
10:00am DJ starts.
10:30am Fun Run/1 mile
11:00am Dash for the Beads 5k
12:45pm Awards announced.
1:00pm Oak Cliff Mardi Gras Parade | DJ ends
AWARDS
Overall:
Fastest Female
Fastest Male
Queen of the Hill
King of the Hill
1st and 2nd for both male and female in the following categories:
Ages:
17 and under
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
All Dash for the Beads activities provide funds for Dallas-area schools and non-profits to promote physical fitness, healthy eating and arts programming.
WE ACCOMPLISH OUR MISSION BY:
Raising funds annually for Oak Cliff schools and non-profits that serve children through The Dash for the Beads 5K and fun run race event, as well as, Last Bag Standing and Friends of the Dash.
Requesting grant proposals annually from Oak Cliff schools and non-profits that offer physical fitness, healthy eating, and arts programming for children.
Carefully reviewing and scoring grant applications to ensure Dash for the Beads is a good steward of raised funds to be distributed.
Awarding grant funds to Oak Cliff schools and non-profits based upon the Grant Review Process.
Diligently following up with Awardees to ensure grant funds are spent as requested and all necessary grant reporting is completed and in order.
HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HAS HELPED
Over $27,000 in FREE entries given to approx. 675 DISD school kids (over the past 3 years).
DONATIONS AWARDED: $325,000 (since 2014)
Donations have been awarded to 34 different organizations (since 2014).
Please sign up ahead of time if you love fun festive t-shirts! T-shirts will be guaranteed to participants registered by January 15, 2026!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
Date: Saturday, February 6th, 2027
Location: Oak Cliff Brewing Co.
Time: TO BE ANNOUNCED!
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP:
Location and Time : TO BE ANNOUNCED!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
EVENT Details for Sunday, February 7, 2027
8am Registration, packet pickup, bars open, etc.
10:00am DJ starts.
10:30am Fun Run/1 mile
11:00am Dash for the Beads 5k
12:45pm Awards announced.
1:00pm Oak Cliff Mardi Gras Parade | DJ ends
AWARDS
Overall:
Fastest Female
Fastest Male
Queen of the Hill
King of the Hill
1st and 2nd for both male and female in the following categories:
Ages:
17 and under
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 7th February 2027 (11:00AM CST)
$44.30
5K Run Registration Includes: Race Participation T-Shirt (size guaranteed before Jan. 15, 2026) 3 mimosa drink tickets (per 21+ registrant) -
1M Fun Run
Incl. $3.29 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 7th February 2027 (10:30AM CST)
$28.29
1M Fun Run Registration Includes: Race Participation T-Shirt (size guaranteed before Jan. 15, 2026) 3 mimosa drink tickets (per 21+ registrant)
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