Houston’s running community packed the calendar once again on May 16–17, with races stretching from memorial events and family-friendly 5Ks to competitive road racing and ruck divisions. The busy weekend also included the LP Run, marking the final event of the HARRA Spring Series and closing out another strong season
Category: Race Recap
Houston Running May 9-10 Weekend Recap: Aliens and Wildflowers
The second weekend of May brought another packed slate of racing across Texas, with fast road 5Ks, competitive half marathons, and grueling trail ultras highlighting a busy weekend for the running community. From close finishes at the Aliens vs Astronauts 5K to long hours on the trails at the Wildflower
Houston Running May 2–3 Weekend Recap: Crowded Courses & Fast Finishes
Big crowds, fast times, and one major finish line backup defined the first weekend of May in Houston. As runners took on races across the city on May 2–3, the inaugural Astros Race to the Pennant grabbed headlines while events like El Cinco Cinco and the Pear Run delivered the
April 25–26 Recap: Speed, Relays, and London
From early morning start lines to team handoffs and strong finishes, this weekend had a little bit of everything for Houston runners. Local races delivered competitive fields and memorable moments, while the London Marathon added an international spotlight to an already busy few days. At the Vintage Half Marathon, the
Space City Races & Beer Run Vibes: April 18–19 Houston Recap
Houston runners took advantage of a hot and cool spring weekend on April 18–19, with races happening across the city and beyond. From fast 5Ks to half marathons and endurance events, the schedule offered something for every level of runner and delivered plenty of results. At the B52 Brewing 5K
April 11–12 Houston Race Recap: 5Ks, Half Marathons, and Ultras Take Over the City
The Houston running scene brought one of its busiest weekends of the year on April 11–12, with races packed across the city and beyond. Across every distance Houston runners showed up for a springtime surge. The Bellaire Trolley 5K (one of the fastest 5ks in the springtime) brought speed, where
Relay Weekend Took Over Texas: A Recap of March 28 – 29 Race Weekend
Houston somehow managed to host everything this weekend. Between the NCAA Tournament, the Houston Open, Ironman 70.3 Galveston, HYROX Houston, and of course the Texas Independence Relay, it felt like the city turned into one giant competition zone. But for the running community, the focus seemed to mainly be on
Laps, Loops & Ice Cream: March 21–22 in Houston Running
Ice cream races and trail blazing took place this weekend all over the region. Many runners headed west to take on the Blue Bell Fun Run and the San Felipe Shootout. Here is your weekly race recap for March 21 – 22. The Blue Bell Fun Run delivered hilly miles
Lucky Miles Across Houston: A Recap of the March 14–15 Race Weekend
Houston runners had a busy weekend of racing on March 14–15, with events taking place across the region and distances ranging from 5Ks to full marathons. From the multi-day challenge at Seabrook’s Lucky Trails to fast fields at the H-Town Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, the weekend showcased the depth
Houston Weekend Race Results (March 7–8): Bayou City Classic Leads Busy Weekend
Houston runners had a packed weekend of racing, with multiple events across the region highlighted by the Bayou City Classic and the Women’s Quarter Marathon, which took place on International Women’s Day. The Bayou City Classic served as the second race in the HARRA racing series, attracting a strong field
