Race Archive

The Peyton Irwin Foundation is having its 5th annual run/walk….a great race for an even greater cause!!   Peyton loved pineapples, therefore leading us to name this run the Pineapple Run.   Join us as we bring awareness to the dangers of distracted driving.

Shake off the winter chill and welcome the sunshine with the Spring Fling Race Series — the hottest 5K / 10K event of the season! Lace up, grab your crew, and join us for a morning full of music, medals, and Bigfoot magic. From our littlest Yetis in the Kids Dash to seasoned runners chasing PRs, there’s something for everyone!

Get ready to lace up your neon high-tops, tease up that hair, and break out your best 80’s threads for Running Through the Decades – The 1980s Edition!
This totally tubular event will take you on a nostalgic run through the raddest decade ever — complete with a pre-race costume contest, 80’s music pumping all morning, and retro vibes everywhere. From headbands and leg warmers to mullets and Walkmans, it’s time to show off your inner Madonna or Maverick before you hit the course!

Experience Downtown Houston’s Thanksgiving morning tradition—The Turkey Trot presented by Saint Arnold Brewing Company! Run, jog, or walk the 5K, 10K, or 1-Mile Turkey Trot course along the stunning Downtown Houston Skyline and kick off your holiday with purpose.

Trail Racing Over Texas is excited to highlight yet another hidden gem of Texas with the Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Site. This beautiful park sits high above the Colorado River with views overlooking the town of La Grange. This will serve as our backdrop to the start and finish of a very unique format of trail running and festival, much more family and spectator-friendly than your typical race. Kids can enjoy the brand new interactive playground, check out the historic sites, and also partake in the free kids’ event.

Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and unleash your inner adventurer at the Bigfoot Classic—the ultimate running race set against the stunning backdrop of Texas parks and woodlands! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for some outdoor fun, we have something for everyone with distances ranging from a thrilling 1 mile to a challenging 15K.

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

2025 represents our 13th year of spreading holiday cheer through running! Join us on Saturday, December 20th, 2025 as we celebrate the 8th day of Christmas with 8 maids a-milking!

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with the “Gingerbread Lane” holiday race, a festive extravaganza set in the beautiful Texas parks and greenbelts! This cheerful event offers distances for every runner: a 1-mile jaunt, a 5K adventure, and a 10K challenge. Little ones can join in the fun with the exciting “Kids Dash,” a 50-meter sprint that will have the crowd roaring with cheers for these pint-sized racers.

By participating in the YMCA Turkey Dash 2025, you’ll be making a positive impact in our community. All proceeds from the event directly support the Katy community, funding scholarships to ensure that everyone can access YMCA memberships and programs.

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Katy Turkey Trot

June 4, 2026

Review of Katy YMCA 24th Annual Turkey Dash

This is a great option for a turkey trot if you live close to the Katy area. The path is flat, and it has a lot of participants! There are also a lot of fast runners in this one, so if you’re looking to be competitive, this is the perfect one.

Karen O.

What better way to give thanks and celebrate this Thanksgiving, than a morning with your closest friends and family! Run, Eat and Give Thanks! Pearland, Texas – a quiet town just outside of Houston, come and join us for the 9th Annual Pearland Turkey Trot!