Once Upon A Run 5k
- Date Sun 8th February 2026
- Time 7:30AM CST
- Location Denton, Texas
- Price $14.25 - $38.63
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a magical experience at the Once Upon A Run 5K on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in the charming city of Denton, Texas! This all-female event invites princesses, fairy godmothers, and magical runners of all ages to don their best costumes and join in a whimsical 5K journey. With a focus on fun, friendship, and fitness, participants can run, walk, or twirl their way to the finish line while celebrating strength and sisterhood.
The event also features the Little Princess Run, perfect for your mini-me to shine bright and receive their own official race bib and finisher medal! Participants in the 5K will have the chance to earn awards across multiple age divisions, ensuring recognition for every magical effort. With early packet pickup on February 7 and race day festivities starting at 6 AM, the Once Upon A Run 5K promises an enchanting atmosphere filled with glitter, smiles, and unforgettable memories. Don't miss the chance to sparkle and create some magic miles together!
The event also features the Little Princess Run, perfect for your mini-me to shine bright and receive their own official race bib and finisher medal! Participants in the 5K will have the chance to earn awards across multiple age divisions, ensuring recognition for every magical effort. With early packet pickup on February 7 and race day festivities starting at 6 AM, the Once Upon A Run 5K promises an enchanting atmosphere filled with glitter, smiles, and unforgettable memories. Don't miss the chance to sparkle and create some magic miles together!
Organiser's Description
*THE FIRST 200 SIGNUPS GET A CUSTOM RACE THEMED BIB*
Once Upon a Run 5K Bringing the Magic to DFW!
sparkles Denton, TX | All-Female 5K sparkles
Calling all princesses, fairy godmothers, and magical runners! Get ready to sparkle and stride your way through Once Upon a Run 5K, where we're bringing the magic to DFW in the most enchanting way possible.
Throw on your best princess outfit, sprinkle that glitter, and join us for a fun-filled, all-female 5K in beautiful Denton, Texas. Whether you're running, walking, or twirling your way to the finish line, this race is all about celebrating strength, sisterhood, and a little bit of fairy tale fun.
Costumes encouraged
Magical photo ops
Finisher medals fit for royalty
Fun for all fitness levels
So, gather your fellow queens and princesses, and lets make some magic miles together!
LITTLE PRINCESS RACE- LET YOUR LITTLE ONE SHINE AT THE LITTLE PRINCESS RUN! THIS FUN RUN IS ALL ABOUT CELEBRATING YOUR MINI-MES STRENGTH, SPIRIT, AND SPARKLE. INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION: AN OFFICIAL RACE BIB AND A FINISHER MEDAL. PLEASE NOTE: YOUR LITTLE MUST BE WEARING THEIR BIB TO RECEIVE THEIR MEDAL. _IF YOU WANT YOUR MINI ME TO RUN THE 5K THEY WILL NEED TO BE SIGNED UP UNDER THE 5K REGISTRATION. _
NOW YOUR PRINCESS WILL HAVE SOMETHING SPECIAL TO SHOW OFF ALL HER HARD WORK, JUST LIKE HER MAMA! SPARKLES
_ AWARDS:_
_AGE GROUPS WILL BE AWARDED 3 DEEP IN THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS FOR THE 5K EVENT: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS_
SPARKLES VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! SPARKLES
Help bring the magic to life at Once Upon a Run 5K! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers for water stations, cheer squads, and course support. Dress up, cheer loud, and be part of the fairy tale fun we can't do it without you!
Sign up now ([email protected]) and help us make magic miles happen!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
EARLY PACKET PICK UP: 2/7/26, DENTON FLEET FEET-11-2PM (1400 S. LOOP 288, STE 118, DENTON TEXAS)
PACKET PICK-UP: 6:00AM - 8:00AM (RACE DAY)
LITTLE PRINCESS RUN- 7:30AM-7:40AM
NATIONAL ANTHEM & ANNOUNCEMENTS: 7:45AM
5K START: 8:00AM
COURSE CLOSES: 10:00AM
Once Upon a Run 5K Bringing the Magic to DFW!
sparkles Denton, TX | All-Female 5K sparkles
Calling all princesses, fairy godmothers, and magical runners! Get ready to sparkle and stride your way through Once Upon a Run 5K, where we're bringing the magic to DFW in the most enchanting way possible.
Throw on your best princess outfit, sprinkle that glitter, and join us for a fun-filled, all-female 5K in beautiful Denton, Texas. Whether you're running, walking, or twirling your way to the finish line, this race is all about celebrating strength, sisterhood, and a little bit of fairy tale fun.
Costumes encouraged
Magical photo ops
Finisher medals fit for royalty
Fun for all fitness levels
So, gather your fellow queens and princesses, and lets make some magic miles together!
LITTLE PRINCESS RACE- LET YOUR LITTLE ONE SHINE AT THE LITTLE PRINCESS RUN! THIS FUN RUN IS ALL ABOUT CELEBRATING YOUR MINI-MES STRENGTH, SPIRIT, AND SPARKLE. INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION: AN OFFICIAL RACE BIB AND A FINISHER MEDAL. PLEASE NOTE: YOUR LITTLE MUST BE WEARING THEIR BIB TO RECEIVE THEIR MEDAL. _IF YOU WANT YOUR MINI ME TO RUN THE 5K THEY WILL NEED TO BE SIGNED UP UNDER THE 5K REGISTRATION. _
NOW YOUR PRINCESS WILL HAVE SOMETHING SPECIAL TO SHOW OFF ALL HER HARD WORK, JUST LIKE HER MAMA! SPARKLES
_ AWARDS:_
_AGE GROUPS WILL BE AWARDED 3 DEEP IN THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS FOR THE 5K EVENT: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS_
SPARKLES VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! SPARKLES
Help bring the magic to life at Once Upon a Run 5K! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers for water stations, cheer squads, and course support. Dress up, cheer loud, and be part of the fairy tale fun we can't do it without you!
Sign up now ([email protected]) and help us make magic miles happen!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
EARLY PACKET PICK UP: 2/7/26, DENTON FLEET FEET-11-2PM (1400 S. LOOP 288, STE 118, DENTON TEXAS)
PACKET PICK-UP: 6:00AM - 8:00AM (RACE DAY)
LITTLE PRINCESS RUN- 7:30AM-7:40AM
NATIONAL ANTHEM & ANNOUNCEMENTS: 7:45AM
5K START: 8:00AM
COURSE CLOSES: 10:00AM
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2001 W. Windsor Dr., Denton, 76207, TX, United States
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