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Fall Fest & Guzzler 0.5K Run

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Date: Oct 03, 2026

Break out the bell-bottoms and get ready to boogie! Fall Fest & Garland Guzzler 0.5K returns to Downtown Garland Square with a full day of ’70s-inspired music, roller derby, activities, and fall fun.

This year’s celebration brings disco fever to Downtown Garland with live music from opening act Mapleshade and headliner Le Freak, a DJ spinning vinyl beside the roller derby rink, and the return of the Garland Guzzler 0.5K. Come dressed in your best ’70s look—or travel to a galaxy far, far away with a Star Wars-inspired costume.

Guzzler Run 0.5K

Get Ready, former athletes and couch enthusiasts!

Lace up your running—or walking—shoes and prepare to conquer 0.5 kilometers of glory! Now in its ninth year, the Garland Guzzler 0.5K is a physically undemanding but mentally strenuous race around Downtown Garland Square.

Whether you participate or cheer from the sidelines, stick around after the race for live music, games, activities, food, and craft brews. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed in your best ’70s or sci-fi-inspired look!

Registered runners ages 21 and older can enjoy a complimentary lager from Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery, while supplies last.


Race Details

Register for the Garland Guzzler 0.5K

  • Date: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026
  • Race time: 7–7:45 p.m.
  • Early registration: $25 through Sept. 13
  • Ages: Open to ages 1 and older
  • Participant swag: Custom race medal, race T-shirt and other goodies
  • Registration: Advance registration is required
  • Availability: Space is limited
  • Important: No on-site registration will be available

Registration prices increase after Sept. 13, 2026.

Race Packet Pickup

Garland Visitor Center

501 W. State St.
Tuesday, Sept. 29–Saturday, Oct. 3
Noon–6 p.m. daily

Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery

509 W. State St.
Thursday, Oct. 1
5:30–7:30 p.m.

Participants who cannot pick up their packets in advance may collect them during runner check-in on event day.

Live Music

Mapleshade - Opening Act

Kick off the evening with Mapleshade, a Garland-based cover band bringing the dance floor to life with rock and soul favorites from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Their high-energy set spans British Invasion, Motown, classic rock, funk, and disco, featuring songs made famous by artists such as The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, The Eagles, Aretha Franklin, Santana, Blondie, and KC and the Sunshine Band. Come ready to sing along and dance!

Le Freak - Headliner

Get ready to dance as LeFreak brings the ultimate disco party to Downtown Garland Square. Known as “The Greatest Disco Band in the World,” the band delivers a high-energy show packed with classic ’70s grooves and dance hits from beyond the disco era. Powerhouse vocals, live musicianship and nonstop audience interaction will keep the celebration moving and the crowd on its feet throughout the evening.

Disco Derby

Roller derby takes over the Square! Assassination City Roller Derby will bring the action to a temporary roller derby rink in Downtown Garland. A DJ spinning vinyl records beside the rink will add the perfect soundtrack to this fast-paced Disco Derby experience.

A ’70s SCI-FI COSTUME PRE-PARTY

Celebrating a far, far away galaxy of nostalgia.

The original Star Wars debuted in 1977, making it a natural fit for this year’s ’70s theme. Ahead of the movie’s 50th anniversary in 2027, guests are encouraged to join the pre-party by wearing their favorite Star Wars-inspired costumes.

Featured activities include:

  • Lightsaber Academy
  • Millennium Falcon Bounce House
  • Imperial AT Obstacle Course

Get Your ’70s Look at Boogie Nights Vintage

Need a groovy outfit for the Guzzler? Boogie Nights Vintage is the go-to destination for bell-bottoms, retro shirts, vintage accessories, and all your ’70s apparel needs. Stop by the Downtown Garland shop at 111 N. Sixth St. before the Fall Fest & Garland Guzzler 0.5 K to create a look worthy of the disco floor.

During Fall Fest, Boogie Nights Vintage will bring the fashion outside with a ’70s dress-up experience, catwalk, and mirror-wall selfie station on Sixth Street. Try on vintage apparel, strut your stuff, and capture a far-out photo before heading to the Guzzler or dance floor.

Boogie Nights Vintage is a longtime Downtown Garland vintage clothing shop offering apparel from several decades, including ’70s disco, hippie, and rock styles.

Downtown Garland Fall Crawl

Start the festivities with the returning Downtown Garland Fall Crawl, presented by the Downtown Development Office. This popular craft beer tasting trail invites participants to explore Downtown Garland businesses while sampling a selection of craft beers and collecting event keepsakes.

Fall Crawl registration, pricing, tasting information and participating business details will be announced soon.

Must be 21+ to participate.


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The Downtown Garland Station is served by the Northeast segment of the DART Rail Blue Line. Downtown Garland Station patrons can set their watches by the huge clock tower in a setting where details suggest an old-fashioned train depot, with easy access to Garland's major civic centers and Performing Arts Center, linked by a crosswalk to the Garland Central Transit Center.

Fall Fest on the Square
Oct 03, 2026
Category(s):
Downtown Area
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