The Badass Texas is an annual running event held in Waco, Texas, known for its scenic yet challenging course that showcases the city's landmarks, riverfront views, and natural beauty. The race features three distance options: a Half Marathon (13.1 miles), 10K (6.2 miles), and 5K (3.1 miles), making it accessible to runners of all levels. Participants traverse routes along the Brazos River, Cameron Park, and East Brazos Park, tackling some tough hills that add to the challenge. The event starts and finishes at Heritage Square in downtown Waco, creating a lively atmosphere with strong community support. Organized by Run Project, the race offers well-stocked aid stations, pace groups, a custom finisher medal, and a post-race celebration featuring live music, a beer garden, and a vibrant Texas-style party.
Races
Half Marathon
10km
5km
The Badass Texas Half Marathon takes runners on a scenic yet challenging journey through Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. With demanding hills, stunning views of the Brazos River, and iconic landmarks like Cameron Park, this race lives up to its name.
The Badass Texas 10K offers runners a scenic and moderately challenging route through Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. With picturesque views of the Brazos River and the energy of a lively race-day atmosphere, this event is perfect for runners of all levels.
The Badass Texas 5K is a fun and scenic race for all fitness levels, taking place in Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. Runners will enjoy a vibrant course with river views, followed by a lively after-party at Heritage Square Downtown.
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FAQs
What is the Badass Texas?
How long is the Badass Texas?
Where does the Badass Texas take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Badass Texas?
How can I prepare for the Badass Texas?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas Half Marathon takes runners on a scenic yet challenging journey through Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. With demanding hills, stunning views of the Brazos River, and iconic landmarks like Cameron Park, this race lives up to its name.
The Badass Texas is 21km long.
The Badass Texas takes place in Waco,Texas,United States.
Runna classifies the Badass Texas elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas Half Marathon takes runners on a scenic yet challenging journey through Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. With demanding hills, stunning views of the Brazos River, and iconic landmarks like Cameron Park, this race lives up to its name.
How long is the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas is 21km long.
Where does the Badass Texas take place?
The Badass Texas takes place in Waco,Texas,United States.
What is the elevation gain of the Badass Texas?
Runna classifies the Badass Texas elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Badass Texas?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badass Texas?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badass Texas?
How long is the Badass Texas?
Where does the Badass Texas take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Badass Texas?
How can I prepare for the Badass Texas?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas 10K offers runners a scenic and moderately challenging route through Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. With picturesque views of the Brazos River and the energy of a lively race-day atmosphere, this event is perfect for runners of all levels.
The Badass Texas is 10km long.
The Badass Texas takes place in Waco,Texas,United States.
Runna classifies the Badass Texas elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas 10K offers runners a scenic and moderately challenging route through Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. With picturesque views of the Brazos River and the energy of a lively race-day atmosphere, this event is perfect for runners of all levels.
How long is the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas is 10km long.
Where does the Badass Texas take place?
The Badass Texas takes place in Waco,Texas,United States.
What is the elevation gain of the Badass Texas?
Runna classifies the Badass Texas elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Badass Texas?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badass Texas?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badass Texas?
How long is the Badass Texas?
Where does the Badass Texas take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Badass Texas?
How can I prepare for the Badass Texas?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas 5K is a fun and scenic race for all fitness levels, taking place in Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. Runners will enjoy a vibrant course with river views, followed by a lively after-party at Heritage Square Downtown.
The Badass Texas is 5km long.
The Badass Texas takes place in Waco,Texas,United States.
Runna classifies the Badass Texas elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas 5K is a fun and scenic race for all fitness levels, taking place in Waco, Texas, on May 25, 2025. Runners will enjoy a vibrant course with river views, followed by a lively after-party at Heritage Square Downtown.
How long is the Badass Texas?
The Badass Texas is 5km long.
Where does the Badass Texas take place?
The Badass Texas takes place in Waco,Texas,United States.
What is the elevation gain of the Badass Texas?
Runna classifies the Badass Texas elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Badass Texas?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Badass Texas?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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