Fall 2025 has a strong lineup of charity races that let you support good causes while logging some miles. Below, we’re spotlighting four standout races that are worth adding to your calendar.
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September Houston Races: Your Guide to Fall Racing Season
September marks the unofficial start of fall racing season in Houston, and while the temperatures may not quite feel like fall yet, the local race calendar is getting crowded. Whatever you’re looking for, September has a variety of races to offer. Labor Day Weekend Starts September Strong The month kicks
Space Records Relays Brings Adult Track Racing to Houston on September 5
Houston’s running community can step onto the track on Saturday, September 5. It marks the inaugural Space Records Relays, an adult track meet. Space City Elite Running and Track Records is hosting the event at Wisdom High School. The meet will feature a lineup focused on speed and short-distance competition,
Your Guide to August Running Races in Houston
August may be one of the hottest months of the year, but that isn’t stopping Houston runners from pinning on a race bib. While the local race calendar slows down compared to the busy spring and fall seasons, there are still plenty of opportunities to race throughout the month. Leading
Still Want to Run the Houston Marathon? Here’s Your Guide to Run for a Reason
Missed your chance to register for the 2027 Chevron Houston Marathon or Aramco Houston Half Marathon? You’re not alone. Both races have officially sold out, but there’s still one of the best ways to secure a bib while making a meaningful impact: Run for a Reason. The Chevron Houston Marathon’s
Five Houston Runners Share How They’re Surviving Summer Marathon Training
Fall marathon season may still be months away, but for Houston runners, the real work is happening now. We caught up with five local runners who are slogging through the city’s hottest and most humid months as they prepare for races ranging from a first marathon to one of the
Hot Undies Run Returns July 11 with a New Charity and the Same Fun-Filled Spirit
After a six-year hiatus, one of Houston’s most memorable summer running events is making a comeback. The Hot Undies Run, hosted by BON Running Club, returns on Saturday, July 11, bringing runners together for a morning of fun, community, and fundraising in support of the Women’s Health Research & Action
The 5 Most Houston Things That Can Happen on a Run
Running in Houston is rarely just a run. Between the weather and the occasional logistical challenge, every outing has the potential to become a story. If you’ve spent enough miles on Houston roads and trails, you’ve probably experienced at least a few of these. 1. You finish with salt lines
Miles and Memories: Houston Dads Share Their Running Journeys
For many runners, training plans revolve around race calendars and goal times. For dads, life often revolves around a different schedule: bedtime routines, family activities, and the many other responsibilities that come with raising children. This Father’s Day, Houston Runner is profiling three local fathers who have found a way
Whataburger WhataRun Registration Opens This Week. Here’s What Runners Need to Know
If you missed out on the inaugural Whataburger WhataRun last year, you’ll want to be ready when registration opens this week. Registration for the 2026 Whataburger WhataRun opens Monday, June 15, for runners who participated in the 2025 event and those who joined last year’s waitlist. General registration opens Wednesday,