Race Archive

The race supports brain cancer research and pediatric initiatives, recognizes brain tumor survivors, and remembers loved ones lost to this devastating disease.

Race-day activities include a 5K Run, 5K Walk, Family 1K, Survivor Stroll for brain tumor patients, and a lively post-race party for all participants. 5K Run participants are eligible to win awards, given to overall top male and female participants, and those who finish first in age-specific categories. Children receive medals. This is a certified race.

We wanted to have an event that brought the community together, told Graeme’s story, celebrated other heart babies, and raised money to support heart families by funding life-saving congenital heart defect research.

Join Us for the 22nd Annual Beneeezy Purple Monkey Fun Run

With a 1K kids run, 5K, and 10K, there’s something for everyone. Bring the family, gather your walking group, or race to win a monkey.

Come ready for more than just the run, race day features live music, on-course entertainment, raffle prizes, finisher medals, popsicles for the kids run, and health and wellness vendor booths.

Start and finish at Galveston’s R.A. Apffel East Beach Park. Run entirely on sand, the Sand Crab is an adventure under the stars on a beautiful Galveston Beach at night! All races are chip timed including the Kid’s K. The Sand Crab starts on beautiful East Beach and runs west for 3.1 or 1.55 miles (depending on the event), then turns back to the finish. The course is marked with led lights. Runners are required to run with a flashlight or head lamp. The Kid’s K will start at 8 pm. Parents are welcome to run with kids free of charge. The 5K/10K will start at 8:30PM. The 5K run is very walker friendly with a 2hr cut off. The 10K is walkable but will share the 2 hr cut off. 10K runners must be at the 3.1 mile turnaround within 1 hour. There are 2 waterstops with sports drink and water hit 2X ea for the 10K and 1 hit 2X for the 5K.

This is our nighttime party trail run just West of Houston at Stephen F. Austin State Park! The trails are wide and mainly gravel/dirt with a few quick elevation changes but a great trail run for beginners to advanced. 

​All runners will need both a light and hydration device as mandatory equipment. The trail will be marked with reflectors and ribbons. We are a cupless race so you must carry your own bottle/flask. Follow park instructions for parking along the right side of the park road, starting at the group dining hall event area and filling back from there. 

The group dining hall is where all the action happens; packet pickup, start/finish, spectator hang-out lawn with runners personal area, and our main aid station. A second water refill will be available at halfway at the road crossing. Extra lights and costumes are encouraged! Sunset is at 7:30 PM.

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

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.

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

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!

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! 

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.