Kudos to the Competitor Group for another well-organized event. As a Tour Pass Unlimited member, I…read moredecided to make Dallas one of my stops this year. I flew in on Friday and headed to the convention center for the expo. Packet pickup on Friday was a breeze (it was on Saturday, too, when I returned with my running partner, but more crowded). This expo seemed smaller than some of the others and some of my fave vendors were absent (Sparkly Soul, ProCompression, Nuun), but plenty of local vendors, which is great for those who live in North Texas. 5K On Saturday, I participated in the inaugural 5K, which was organized in Fair Park. 2 of the 3 miles were through the park, but one mile was on an out and back on a road leading to one of the entrances (not so interesting). Even with this short distance, there was a water stop, which is nice. Finish line was well-staffed with volunteers handing out medals, bananas, water, etc. A live band was playing at the end, too. Corrals were self-seeded based on estimated pace (6/7/8/9/10 minute miles).Compared to other 5Ks, RNR definitely offers more amenities. Half Marathon Sunday was part two for those of us doing the remix challenge (running the Saturday and Sunday events). For the longer events, RNR seeds corrals based on estimated finish time, though they are not enforced. This was obvious over the first few miles when we encountered plenty of walkers (which for people with my corral would not involve much walking). 2015 brought a new course, but since I'd never run this one before, I can't compare. It was continuously hilly, and heavily on concrete streets (which I really felt later in the race), many of which were in poor condition, which meant I spent a lot of the race looking down to avoid tripping hazards. For a RNR event, this course seemed to be light on the entertainment. There were a handful of bands, which were really good, but then long stretches with no music and a few spots where there were speakers hooked up to a sound system. Kudos to the volunteers along the course and at the finish line. You are so appreciated!! As far as scenery, I loved running over the new bridge and near the turtle creek park. We finished at the American Airlines Center. Crowd support was great when we came across it, but again, long stretches without. Not my favorite event, but always well organized by the Competitor Group.

This was my 5th year running this race. The series has races all over the world and this is one…read morestop of many. I will be running RnR San Diego in June and totally looking forward to it! It's a great way to see the city. This race is always very organized with bag/gear check, and the volunteers and spectators are always awesome. The expo where you pick up your race packet was stocked with swag and goodies. I love getting my drawstring bag every year as well as the dri fit shirt. The medal was great this year too! It's a pricey race but you do get a bang for your buck so it's worth it. My only issue with the shirts would be that they would make them more gender specific. Other than that I very much enjoy this race and will definitely be back next year! Up next San Diego!!

Easy to find parking. That's a plus, even though I do feel $20 per car is a little bit pricey…read more I went to take my son to watch Jiu Jitsu World League and we have to pay entrance fees too. But there are a lot of attendants available, especially the lobby area. Restroom was not really clean but it could be because of the crowd at that time of the day, not necessarily a reflection of the venue. But there are restrooms spread out all over the facility. So that's a smart move. The hockey and ice-skating area are still there. Good crowd is always present there.

Came to see Greg Gutfeld and the line to get into the parking garage was horrible and Frisco PD…read moreshould have been posted to direct traffic as their was grid lock in major traffic intersections.

For sure one of my favorite local holiday races! I try and run this one every year. It's about $30…read moreto sign up and benefits local charity. Make sure you get there at least an hour early for parking...and yes I do mean at least an hour. It seems as if everyone in the metroplex runs this race. But oh so worth it! Walk, run or bring your doggies. DRESS UP! Be festive and have fun with it. You will not be disappointed.

HILAAAAAAAAAAAAARIOUS! Costumes and Decor...PIMP! However they need better food choices. That…read morewas not cool. But I really did not care. I was sweating and laughing and was with some freaking awesome people.

It was great parking can be difficult due to the direction the event supplies. They say to take an…read moreexit that is closed. Last year the events Expo was better than this year's but still nice. I definitely love their jackets this year it was classic. Really enjoyed the DJ

This is one of my favorite 5Ks and it has become an annual run that I do with a friend…read more This run is well organized and is the case with most runs, the earlier you sign up the lower the registration fee. This race has some of the best swag each year which usually consists of a light-weight jacket which is perfect for 'winter' in the Dallas area. As for packet pickup, it is usually the Thursday and Friday before that Saturday morning race day. It is always in the same location at Fair Park and upon arrival, prepare to pay $10 to park. While this might seem a bit expense since the packet pickup only takes 15 minutes or so, it goes towards reducing the need for paying a parking fee on race day. One can actually stay longer that ~15 minutes as there are quite a few vendors in the packet pickup area. My issue with the vendors is most are setup to do a 'hard-sale' on their product which is never fun. Products tend to include windows for the house, electric companies, girl scout cookies along with a few health/fitness products. Ultimately, I'd like to see them have more products associated with health/fitness and fewer of the unrelated products. That said, the sponsorship helps keep costs down for the runners so we get what we get. In addition to the in-person packet pickup, the alternative is to have your packet and swag mailed which costs $25. On the morning of the run, entrance into the parking lots can move a little slow but they do a great job of keeping things moving to ensure people make it into Fair Park for the run. That said, be sure to arrive early as the parking lots are located ~1 mile from the actual start line for the run. While it's a bit of an inconvenience, it makes for an opportunity to warm up the body before starting the run. In addition to driving to the race, DART is always an option and the Fair Park station is much closer to the start line than the parking lot. The Dallas run is always in February, which makes for cooler temps on the day of the run. That said, once the run starts you will quickly warm up and completely forget about the cooler temp. The route of the run is not the greatest but it has improved over the years. Having participated in this run for many years, it's quite interesting to see the changes that are taking place in this area. From road improvements to fewer homeless camps to new businesses along the route, it's good to see that the city of Dallas is investing in this community. Once you cross the finish line and pick up your medal, head to the main area where you can turn in your ticket for a nice chocolatey treat. This treat includes a cup of hot chocolate, chocolate fondue, a banana and other treats for dipping. It always makes for a nice reward at the end of run in the cooler temps. Overall, this is a fun run and is one I will continue to participate in. NOTE: the Hot Chocolate Run Series is held in 16 other cities throughout the year and they also offer a virtual option. Go to their website (https://hotchocolate15k.com/cities/) to find a nearby location along with the dates, etc.

The Dallas Marathon Health & Fitness Expo is located in Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention center in…read moreDecember for the BWM Dallas Marathon, Half, and Friday night lights offering tons of freebies in an all-around fun environment! I arrived early in the morning to beat all the foot traffic and was able to snag all the goodies without waiting in long massive lines. I would say the longest line I waited in was for the glass BMW water bottle and it was totally worth it! The expo was well organized and had ample staff to assist you in any possible way you needed. The packet BIB pickup was completed in seconds as to where you simply go to the packet pick up and tell the staff your name and they easily locate your BIB number and hand it to you along with your shirt. They also supply a clear bag for race day for all your belongings that you don't want to bring with you on the run you can check in and they will hold it for you. As for the vendors they had everything from the latest and newest shoes to gels and clothing items and much more. This Expo was truly one of the best I have ever attended due to the organization and the friendly staff that made this happen for all the runners in the community!

This is one of my favorite marathon packet pick up expos I go to all year. It's very organized,…read morethere's a ton of runner swag and free samples, and you could pretty much stay in there all day (although, if you're running 26.2 the very next day I do not recommend it). Often times they will sell runner essentials at a discounted rate, and you can pick up your energy gels/last minute race stuff like socks, etc there. Plenty of parking at the convention center and it's easy to get in and out. A+ on a job well done, Dallas Marathon!

Good soccer complex located on Richland College's campus. There are 10 fields with 6 having lights…read morefor night games. All are well kept. This is where the classic soccer league is hosted.

FIX THE FIELDS! I…read moredon't understand why these fields can't be fixed with all the money that is poured in from the families playing soccer. It happens every season where if it rains on a Wednesday or Thursday, most likely, the whole weekend is canceled. That is ridiculous! What needs to be done to get the fields fixed?

I went and played it was the best I had. A fun experience and is the best to go and play soccerread more

Nicely maintained community sports complex right in the heart of Rowlett. I was really impressed…read morewhen I came here for a soccer game. You would never know it is next to a landfill.

Yes, it's located near the landfill and does at times have a nappy, backed up sewage or poo smell…read more It's not often where it's a major issue but I understand where people are coming from on the smell. My son plays every week when the season starts and I've only smelled that awful poo, literally, once. If dogs are strolling around up here and lay a mound of poo, I imagine you can get a whiff of that too. Hopefully dog owners bring a baggie for picking that up because stepping in it would not be cool. Lots of kids out here too, playing on the grass. I enjoy watching my son play baseball here or when he has practice. Concession stand is open during games as well as a snow cone truck parked on site for an ice cold treat. There's a mini playground area that's great for the littles. Basketball court, soccer and baseball fields, trail for exercise/stroll. It's well kept & well lit.