Race Archive

1) Join us at the 10th annual Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid’s K. Doughnuts at the finish line!

2) Runner’s choice unisex event shirt or women’s cut tank top

3) Part of the Run Houston! Spring Series

Step into a world of courage, chaos, and capes at the Heroes and Villains Half Marathon, where YOU decide—will you race for good or for mischief?
Join Bigfoot Running Company for a day of high-energy fun, amazing costumes, and heroic performances across multiple race distances. Whether you’re chasing glory in the Half Marathon or just out for a family-friendly 1 Mile run, you’ll experience all the festive energy Bigfoot events are known for:

Awesome medals for all finishers
Cool tees and custom swag
Live DJ announcing every runner
Epic Bigfoot Trophies for top finishers
High-energy staff & crowd support
Snacks and refreshments at the Race Rally Tent

Strut your stuff in a fabulous PINK TUTU, paired with your DIVA RACE SHIRT. As you race, grab a TIARA and BOA along the course to complete your glamorous look. Cross the finish line and earn your well-deserved FINISHER MEDAL, celebrating your strength and style. It’s the ultimate blend of fun, fitness, and fabulousness because every diva deserves to shine!

2026 RACE UPDATES & HIGHLIGHTS

1) Part of the Run Houston Race Series!

2) Runner’s choice unisex event shirt or upgrade to a women’s cut tank top or the valor blue style

3) The 1st race of the Fall Haul Challenge

The Yuri’s Fun Run Houston is part of an annual worldwide celebration that commemorates the first human in space, Yuri Gagarin, as well as the first orbital flight of the US Space Shuttle. Both these pioneering events took place on April 12th – in 1961 and 1981 respectively. As such, our race is always run on, or close to, the 12th April, and is often held in conjunction with a Family Space Day celebration with interactive booths, displays and simple water rocket demonstrations. Yuri’s Night celebrations around the world fuel public interest in space exploration, technology, and the aerospace industry.

The IRONKIDS Fun Run offers young athletes the opportunity to feel the excitement of competition, while enjoying the outdoors and promoting healthy living. Each athlete receives a “Goodie Bag” with a race bib, shirt and a finisher medal.

Step into the lineup for the 2nd Annual ‘Space Cowboys 5K & Kids Run’ on Sept. 19th—if you have what it takes!

Step up to the plate, Houston—it’s time to run it back even bigger!

After a completely SOLD OUT inaugural year, the ‘Sugar Land Space Cowboys 5K’: Presented by Houston Methodist is back on Saturday, September 19th—and Year #2 is set to be even more electric. This isn’t just a race—it’s a full ballpark experience. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the stands, grab your crew and get ready for a high-energy morning that finishes ON THE FIELD near home plate.

With last year’s event selling out and demand already building, this year will be just as exclusive—only 2,500 registration spots are available, and they won’t last long so act fast and claim your spot in the lineup! 

Join us for Year 9 of this fast and scenic half marathon course with the best post-race food and fun anywhere . If you’re not quite ready to tackle the half, we have 2-person relay teams and a 5k, as well as a 1k Kids race for the little ones. Can’t make it out, but want all the swag mailed to you? There is a virtual option!

This year’s race will be in-person or virtual run/walk consisting of a 5K / 10K on Saturday, September 19th in scenic downtown Conroe, TX.  The registration fee will include a custom t-shirt commemorating the event, which will be available during packet pickup at Fleet Feet located at 1925 Hughes Landing Blvd Ste 900 in The Woodlands, TX 77380 on September 17th from 10 am to 5 pm; at the Woodforest National Bank located at 400 West Davis on Friday September 18th from 9 am to 5:00 pm; and race day morning from 6 am to 7:45 am.  As always, net proceeds will benefit the Woodforest Charitable Foundation®.  To learn more about this event or the Woodforest Charitable Foundation, please visit our website at: https://www.woodforest.com/woodforest-cares/community-support/woodforest-bank-charity-run/

Space City Gym 5K / 10K Run at Jesse Jones Park — April 18th
Get ready to lace up and join Space City Gym for our annual 5K / 10K Race at the beautiful Jesse Jones Park on Saturday, April 18th! 🌳🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Experience a scenic course that winds through lush trails and open pathways, perfect for runners of all levels—from first-time 5K participants to seasoned 10K competitors. Whether you’re racing for a new personal best or enjoying a fun, active morning with friends and family, this event is the perfect way to celebrate fitness and community.

BISD is excited for our 4th Annual BISD Family 5K Run/Walk & Kids 1K Fun Run benefiting the health and wellness of our BISD teachers and staff!  Please join us for our Fun Run fundraiser featuring a chip timed 5K and Kids Fun Run.

The BISD Family 5k FUN run is a timed event, however it is an event for everyone of every ability. It’s your event to enjoy as you wish! So don’t worry about finishing times (unless you want to) – just come along to enjoy the day!

Date/Time: Saturday September 27th. Kids run 7:30 am, 5K at conclusion of the Kids Run

Parking: Brazoswood High School Student parking lot

All runners will receive the official 2025 participant race shirt and finishers medal. *Must register by Monday, September 9th to guarantee your shirt.  

Please visit our sponsors and vendors at the BISD Wellness Fair located in the CTE Center after the race!

5k/10k/Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!

The kid’s dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids’ dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash, and doesn’t want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)