Black Diamond - Kilgore

Kilgore, United States • 25 Jan 2026

Black Diamond : Kilgore, TX

The Black Diamond event takes place on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Creekside Trail in Kilgore, TX 75662. The event programme includes multiple distances and a virtual option. The Kid's Dash is a short 100–200 meter sprint and is free; dashers may purchase a t-shirt and finisher medal as add-ons.

  • Kid's Dash
  • Half‑Marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • 1 Mile (untimed, no group awards)
  • Virtual Option

Entry, timing and prizes

Prices listed for the Kilgore event include Half‑Marathon $68, 10K $42, 5K $38, 1 Mile $18, Virtual $40, Kid's Dash $0. Registration items for 5K, 10K, Half‑Marathon and 1 Mile include an event‑themed participation t-shirt and a custom finisher medal. Chip timing is provided for all distances of 5K and longer. The event does not enforce strict cut-off times.

Age group awards are given four deep in male and female divisions from 0-4 through 80+. Awards are also noted for Male and Female Overall, Masters (40+) and Grand Masters (60+). Awards are distributed at the event and will not be shipped; participants are asked to check results before leaving. Packet pick-up and check-in are available on race day.

Course

The 10K is described as two laps of the 5K course and the Half‑Marathon as four laps of the half course layout. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half-Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
1 Mile
Virtual Option
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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