The McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run returns on January 17, 2026, bringing a full day of racing excitement to the streets of McAllen, Texas. Participants can choose from a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, 6-person relay, or the Kids Final Mile, all starting and finishing at the McAllen Convention Center. The course is known for its flat, fast design, offering an ideal opportunity for personal bests and Boston Marathon qualification. The event honors the memory of Scott Crane, a passionate advocate for health and running in the community. With thousands of runners from across the region and beyond, the McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run promises a festive and competitive atmosphere.
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Race Date:
17 January, 2026
The McAllen Marathon is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This 42.195 km race features 58 meters of elevation gain on a flat and fast course through McAllen’s neighborhoods, perfect for runners aiming for personal bests or Boston qualifying times.
Race Date:
17 January, 2026
The McAllen Relay Marathon is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. Teams of runners split the 42.195 km marathon distance along a flat and fast course, enjoying a spirited team challenge through McAllen’s lively neighborhoods.
Race Date:
17 January, 2026
The McAllen Half Marathon takes place on January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This 21.1 km race offers a flat and fast course through the vibrant streets of McAllen, making it a popular choice for runners aiming for quick finish times.
Race Date:
17 January, 2026
The McAllen 10K takes place on January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This fast and flat 10 km race offers runners a quick and exciting course through the streets of McAllen, perfect for setting personal records.
Race Date:
17 January, 2026
The McAllen 5K is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This fun and fast 5 km race takes runners on a lively route through McAllen’s streets, ideal for both beginners and seasoned racers alike.
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FAQs
What is the McAllen Marathon?
How long is the McAllen Marathon?
Where does the McAllen Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen Marathon?
How can I prepare for the McAllen Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the McAllen Marathon?
The McAllen Marathon is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This 42.195 km race features 58 meters of elevation gain on a flat and fast course through McAllen’s neighborhoods, perfect for runners aiming for personal bests or Boston qualifying times.
The McAllen Marathon is 42km long.
The McAllen Marathon takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
The McAllen Marathon elevation gain is 58 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 McAllen Marathon?
The McAllen Marathon is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This 42.195 km race features 58 meters of elevation gain on a flat and fast course through McAllen’s neighborhoods, perfect for runners aiming for personal bests or Boston qualifying times.
How long is the McAllen Marathon?
The McAllen Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the McAllen Marathon take place?
The McAllen Marathon takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen Marathon?
The McAllen Marathon elevation gain is 58 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the McAllen Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 McAllen Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 McAllen Relay Marathon?
How long is the McAllen Relay Marathon?
Where does the McAllen Relay Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen Relay Marathon?
How can I prepare for the McAllen Relay Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the McAllen Relay Marathon?
The McAllen Relay Marathon is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. Teams of runners split the 42.195 km marathon distance along a flat and fast course, enjoying a spirited team challenge through McAllen’s lively neighborhoods.
The McAllen Relay Marathon is 42km long.
The McAllen Relay Marathon takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
Runna classifies the McAllen Relay Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 McAllen Relay Marathon?
The McAllen Relay Marathon is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. Teams of runners split the 42.195 km marathon distance along a flat and fast course, enjoying a spirited team challenge through McAllen’s lively neighborhoods.
How long is the McAllen Relay Marathon?
The McAllen Relay Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the McAllen Relay Marathon take place?
The McAllen Relay Marathon takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen Relay Marathon?
Runna classifies the McAllen Relay Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the McAllen Relay Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 McAllen Relay Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 McAllen Half Marathon?
How long is the McAllen Half Marathon?
Where does the McAllen Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the McAllen Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the McAllen Half Marathon?
The McAllen Half Marathon takes place on January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This 21.1 km race offers a flat and fast course through the vibrant streets of McAllen, making it a popular choice for runners aiming for quick finish times.
The McAllen Half Marathon is 21km long.
The McAllen Half Marathon takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
Runna classifies the McAllen Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 McAllen Half Marathon?
The McAllen Half Marathon takes place on January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This 21.1 km race offers a flat and fast course through the vibrant streets of McAllen, making it a popular choice for runners aiming for quick finish times.
How long is the McAllen Half Marathon?
The McAllen Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the McAllen Half Marathon take place?
The McAllen Half Marathon takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the McAllen Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the McAllen Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 McAllen Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 McAllen 10K?
How long is the McAllen 10K?
Where does the McAllen 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen 10K?
How can I prepare for the McAllen 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the McAllen 10K?
The McAllen 10K takes place on January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This fast and flat 10 km race offers runners a quick and exciting course through the streets of McAllen, perfect for setting personal records.
The McAllen 10K is 10km long.
The McAllen 10K takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
Runna classifies the McAllen 10K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 McAllen 10K?
The McAllen 10K takes place on January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This fast and flat 10 km race offers runners a quick and exciting course through the streets of McAllen, perfect for setting personal records.
How long is the McAllen 10K?
The McAllen 10K is 10km long.
Where does the McAllen 10K take place?
The McAllen 10K takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen 10K?
Runna classifies the McAllen 10K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the McAllen 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 McAllen 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 McAllen 5K?
How long is the McAllen 5K?
Where does the McAllen 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen 5K?
How can I prepare for the McAllen 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the McAllen 5K?
The McAllen 5K is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This fun and fast 5 km race takes runners on a lively route through McAllen’s streets, ideal for both beginners and seasoned racers alike.
The McAllen 5K is 5km long.
The McAllen 5K takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
Runna classifies the McAllen 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 McAllen 5K?
The McAllen 5K is scheduled for January 17, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, and is organized by the City of McAllen. This fun and fast 5 km race takes runners on a lively route through McAllen’s streets, ideal for both beginners and seasoned racers alike.
How long is the McAllen 5K?
The McAllen 5K is 5km long.
Where does the McAllen 5K take place?
The McAllen 5K takes place in McAllen, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the McAllen 5K?
Runna classifies the McAllen 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the McAllen 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 McAllen 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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