10K races near Crandall

Sweater Weather Run is a fall running event in Mesquite, Texas, based at 223 W. Davis Street. It offers three distances: 5K, 10K, and 15K, with all races scheduled in the morning between 8am and 10am Central time. The race is built around cool-weather running, with participants encouraged to wear their favorite autumn gear. The distance options make it workable for newer runners, friends running together, and people chasing a longer effort before winter training sets in.

The Vibha Dallas Dream Mile begins at 200 N Buckner Blvd in Dallas, offering participants a choice of a 5K, 10K, or half marathon. This is a charity road race supporting Vibha, a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on education and learning outcomes for underprivileged children, primarily through government schools in India. Dallas is one of the locations in the Dream Mile series, which originated with volunteer races in Dallas, the Bay Area, and Atlanta before expanding to over 20 cities. The series has generated more than $3 million, benefiting over 180,000 children. Vibha's overall initiatives have funded over 300 social entrepreneurs and invested more than $25 million in programs. The Dallas event also contributes to local service efforts via partners like Warm Up America, Tango Charities, and Study Buddy, a program providing year-round tutoring and mentorship to approximately 30 Bhutanese refugee children.

The Candy Cane Course in Austin is an annual Christmas-themed running event held in the Austin area, with locations in Austin and nearby Pflugerville, Texas. Participants can choose from several race options: an untimed 1 Mile, chip-timed 5K and 10K races, a 15K, a Kids Dash for children 10 and under, and a virtual run for those preferring to participate on their own schedule. The event is designed with families in mind. The 5K and 10K offer youth pricing for ages 12 and under. The Kids Dash includes a mini bib, youth shirt, and child-sized medal; children can also participate in the dash for free without the shirt and medal package. All finishers receive a designer shirt and custom medal. Live results and awards are provided for the timed races, and participant photos are available at no cost. TriSignup also lists a Volunteer then Run option. This race is part of the local Bodies Race Series, which emphasizes accessible distances, family participation, and race-day merchandise.