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Running in Houston
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Running in Houston

Fast and flat — a PR course if there ever was one

About running in Houston

Houston is one of the fastest marathon courses in the country. The Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon weekend in January draws over 30,000 runners to a flat, spectator lined course through downtown. The cool January temperatures and generous time limits make it a favorite for runners chasing a Boston qualifier or a personal best. Houston boasts a vibrant running club culture. You can view some popular running clubs and groups below.

Notable races

Some of the biggest and best races in Houston.

Popular Running groups

Popular run clubs and running groups in Houston.

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Upcoming races in Houston

Races within 50 miles. Powered by RunSignup.

93 races found within 50 miles of Houston

Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K
Nov 7, 2026

Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K

Open
📍Houston, TX
💰From $15
5K1K
Annual Mighty Oaks Veterans Day Run
Nov 7, 2026

Annual Mighty Oaks Veterans Day Run

Open
📍Conroe, TX
💰From $22
5K10K
🏃
Nov 7, 2026

Back Pew Brewery 5K

Closed
📍Porter, TX
5K
Explore The Falls Race - Presented by AutoNation Ford Katy
Nov 7, 2026

Explore The Falls Race - Presented by AutoNation Ford Katy

Open
📍Spring, TX
💰From $26
1K10K5K2 Miles
Gator Gallop
Nov 7, 2026

Gator Gallop

Open
📍Lake Jackson, TX
💰From $35
10K5K1 Miles
Love Like Morgan 5k, 1 mile, Virtual 5k
Nov 7, 2026

Love Like Morgan 5k, 1 mile, Virtual 5k

Open
📍Katy, TX
💰From $25
5K1 Miles
Race For Permanent Sanctuary Family Fun Run
Nov 7, 2026

Race For Permanent Sanctuary Family Fun Run

Closed
📍Sugar Land, TX
💰From $40
1K5K
Strides Towards Healing
Nov 7, 2026

Strides Towards Healing

Open
📍Angleton, TX
💰From $15
1K5K10K
The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Houston Run/Walk
Nov 7, 2026

The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Houston Run/Walk

Closed
📍Spring, TX
50 Yards1 Miles5K
VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood)
Nov 7, 2026

VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood)

Open
📍Friendswood, TX
💰From $35
5K
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