18 running, walking, triathlon, and other events in Galveston, Texas
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, walking, triathlon, and swimming events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Galveston
18 events in Galveston-
Wed, Aug 06, 2025 at 1:00 AMSee full details
PLAYTRI - OFFICIAL TRIATHLON STORE OF IRONMAN
We bring our expert in-house mechanics and triathletes to IRONMAN® Events and offer the highest quality rentals, repair and maintenance services for you and your bike. From race ready tunes up to complete overhaul packages, we'll keep you riding and racing smooth on the road! We are a full-service shop available onsite to take care of additional services leading up to and on race day.
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Sat, Jan 17, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
THE OFFICIAL 5K OF TEXAS’ LARGEST MARDI GRAS! 5k registration includes, run medal (first 500),1 balcony party (Kings Court Balcony for packet pickup on Friday 2/6), T-Shirt (must register by 1/21), Mardi Gras Mystery Fun Item (first 500),1 FREE libation at the Friday Packet Pickup (21+), 2 FREE libations post-run on Saturday (21+), GA access to the Entertainment District on 2/6 & 2/7, view of 7 parades! Including Funky, Uptown Umbrella Brigade, Mystic Krewe of Aquarius Parade, Krewe of Gambrinus Parade, and Headliner Concert! The Jolly Jester Jaunt 5K will start in the heart of Mardi Gras! Galveston’s Entertainment district under the famous Mardi Gras! arch on 24th & Mechanic. Runners/walkers will “jaunt” 4 loops around the Entertainment District for an unforgettable 5K experience!
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Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Turtle Island Restoration Network is hosting our 4th Annual 5K Run on Galveston Island. The Hatchling Hustle is a 5K and 1-mile "fun run or walk" at Babe's Beach on Saturday March 28, 2026 at 7:00AM. We will be educating the public about the endangered sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico, specifically bringing awareness to the upcoming sea turtle nesting season (April through July) that occurs all along our Texas Coast.
Interested in becoming a 2026 Hatchling Hustle sponsor? Click here to learn more and sign up!
*Please Note: To guarantee your T-shirt size you must register by 12pm CST on March 20th!
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Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 12:00 PMSee full details
Get in a practice swim in Offatts Bayou just around the bend from the 70.3 swim course. An approximate 400 meter course will be set with large OWS buoys and there will be safety personnel in the water at all times. You are free to swim as much as you would like to in the given time.
Parking is located at the New Life Fellowship directly next door to the Galveston RV Resort. Please park at the church and walk over the beach at the RV resort. Please note- there are no changing facilities available.
Important- the swim is located at an RV resort with residents and guests that we do not want to disturb. Parking is limited, so please arrive within your selected time, park only in designated areas, and keep noise to a minimum.
The practice swim will be held rain or shine but is subject to cancellation if conditions are too dangerous.
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Sun, Mar 29, 2026
Ready to take on a major challenge and join an unforgettable sports adventure? The Ironman 70.3 Texas awaits you in Galveston! 🌟
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Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
The Mile is Back. Lace up, Galveston!
Groundswell's 5th Annual Market Mile
April 12, 2026
Get ready to lace up your sneakers (or comfy walking shoes!) for a Galveston adventure! Whether you're a seasoned marathoner, a power-walker, a slow-stroller, or just here for the neighborhood vibes, this event is for YOU.
At its core, this mile is about our mission: Food Access. By joining us, you’re supporting a market where every neighbor can access fresh, local, and nourishing food.
Choose Your Own Pace:
The Neighborhood Stroll: Bring the dog, the kids, and a coffee. This is a celebration of our streets.
The Fun-Run: If you want to break a sweat, go for it! But a leisurely pace is just as celebrated.
The "Cheer & Swag" Path: Not feeling the mile? Head straight to the market, grab your event swag, and get the party started early.
Come solo and make some new friends, or bring your crew for a memorable outing (plus the team with the most people will win 'Biggest Flock' award).
And the best part? The post-race party! We're talking live tunes, delicious local goodies, refreshing drinks, and our weekly farmers market! It's the perfect way to celebrate crossing the finish line (or just finishing a super fun walk!). See you there!
Scroll down to find out more information about this fun run!
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Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 1:00 AMSee full details
More than a race…
It’s a celebration of you, your strength, and your sparkle!
From coast to coast, tiara to tiara, the Diva’s® Half Marathon & 5K Series is empowering women to shine, stride by stride! With glam on the course, feather boas, sparkling tiaras, and thousands of fierce, fabulous runners, this isn’t just a race — it’s a celebration of strength, sisterhood, and self-love. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just soaking up the sparkle, grab your girls and join the movement. You’ve got this, Diva!
Event details and schedule
What You Get
Strut your stuff in a fabulous pink tutu, paired with a 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!
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Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
The Run Like a Diva® Galveston race is a high-energy, sparkle-filled celebration set against the stunning backdrop of the Galveston coast. Taking place on April 26, this unforgettable race weekend features a 5K and Half Marathon, welcoming runners of all levels—from first-time finishers chasing their very first medal to seasoned athletes ready to shine on the course.
With a scenic, flat waterfront route, glam race-day details, and an atmosphere buzzing with confidence, encouragement, and sisterhood, this event goes far beyond a traditional race. It’s a feel-good, joy-filled experience where participants don their tiaras, embrace their strength, and celebrate every stride. Runners don’t just show up to compete—they come to connect, uplift one another, and sparkle together in true Diva fashion
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Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Everyone says exercise is important, but let's be honest: it's easier said than done. Join us for the 4th Annual Preventive Medicine Initiative (PMI) 5k, where we're not just talking about the importance of exercise – we're showing you how to make it a part of your life! Last year, we took 224 participants from the couch to the finish line, and this year we’re excited to run it back. This year, the 5k will be have both in-person and virtual options, and it will conclude with a finisher festival where you will receive free snacks, drinks, games, and FUN! The PMI 5k is more than just a race; it's a celebration of community, health, and making lasting lifestyle improvements.
We understand that for some, taking that first step toward an active lifestyle begins with a simple yet essential element – a pair of shoes. That's why, this year, a portion of our funds will support the Mobility Clinic at UTMB. This student organization is dedicated to working closely with the Galveston community, ensuring that those who are underserved have access to proper footwear & footcare. To date, they've completed three shoe drives and donated over 600 pairs of shoes!
For individuals who are unable to participate in-person, we are offering a virtual option! Registration includes a virtual bib with the opportunity to pick up a packet the week before the race. Additionally, all registrants will be able to pick up their finisher stickers and prizes while supplies last after the race.
There is a limited number of spots available. If you cannot attend the event on May 2nd, 2026, please consider purchasing a shirt and/or making a donation instead of registering as a racer. All donations and proceeds will fund future PMI community projects, and a portion will be dedicated to providing shoes for the underserved. Registration will close on May 1st at 11:59pm or when all spots have filled. Shirt and packet pick-up will be announced closer to race day. Unfortunately, shirts that are not picked-up in person will be recycled 2 weeks after the event.
We will be hosting 4 beginner-friendly training sessions in collaboration with Run Club at UTMB with t-shirt giveaways for lucky participants. Join the Training Program GroupMe for updates and reminders! Follow us on Instagram @prevmedutmb for more details and future updates. For even more information about the race, please visit our website: www.prevmedutmb.wordpress.com
This event is public, and participants do not need to be residents of Galveston or be affiliated with UTMB. Strollers are permitted, but pets will not be allowed on the race course. However, pets are welcome at the finisher festival! We apologize to your furry friends, and we ask you to give them lots of love as our consolation.
See you at the starting line!
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Sat, Jul 25, 2026 at 6:55 AMSee full details
🦈🌊 Get Ready to Make Waves at SHARK WEEK! 🏃♀️🌴
Location: Confirmed Stewart Beach
Cue the suspense music… it’s time to hit the course, Shark Week style! This high-energy, family-friendly race is splashing onto the scene with ocean vibes, bold fun, and just the right amount of bite.
Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, Shark Week is where serious miles meet jawsome race-day excitement. Whether you’re cruising the 1 Mile or hunting down a 10K PR, you’ll cross the finish line feeling like the apex runner of the day.
This isn’t just a run — it’s an ocean-themed adventure on the move, complete with music at the finish line, big race energy, and the unforgettable fun you expect from a Bigfoot event. 🌊✨
You might even spot Bigfoot keeping an eye on the waters near the finish… 👀🦶
🎉 Event Highlights
🦈 Shark Week–themed race experience
🏅 Finisher medals for 1 Mile, 5K & 10K runners
🏅 Special Kids Dash medal for our youngest participants
👕 Super-soft Shark Week race tees
🎶 Music at the start & finish line
💦 Aid stations along the course
🏃♂️ Race Distances
🦈 Kids Dash – (10 & Under)
A short, fun dash designed just for kids!
Includes a race tee, special Kids Dash medal, and post-race treat.
Not timed — just smiles, cheers, and ocean fun.
🌊 1 Mile
Perfect for families, beginners, walkers, and casual runners.
Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and post-race treat.
Not chip-timed.
🦈 5K (3.11 miles) – “The Fin Frenzy”
Perfect for runners, joggers, and walkers looking for a fun, energetic race.
Chip-timed with awards and post-race celebration. Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and treat ticket.
🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy
🎖️ 1st Masters (40+) – Recognition pin
🥇 Standard age-group awards
🌊 10K (6.22 miles) – “The Deep End Challenge”
More miles, more bragging rights, more ocean glory!
Chip-timed with awards and full finish-line festivities. Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and treat ticket.
🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy
🎖️ 1st Masters (40+) – Recognition pin
🥇 Standard age-group awards
🏅 Age Group Awards (5K & 10K)
Age Groups:
10 & under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+
🥇 Gold – 1st | 🥈 Silver – 2nd | 🥉 Bronze – 3rd
💲 Special Pricing & Perks
👟 Youth Pricing: Ages 12 & under receive discounted pricing
🤝 Referral Rewards: Earn refunds when friends register using your referral link
👯 Group Discounts: Automatic savings as your group grows
📅 Event Schedule
5:30–6:45 AM — Packet Pickup
6:55 AM — Kids Dash Start
7:00 AM — National Anthem & Race Start
Finish-line celebrations and awards follow the race.
🙌 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer Then Run (5K Only)
Includes:
✔️ Custom chip-timed bib
✔️ Super-soft race tee
✔️ Finisher medal
✔️ Ability to run the 5K after helping
How it works:
1️⃣ Arrive 1.5 hours before race start to help with packet pickup
2️⃣ About 10 minutes before the race, join everyone for warmup
3️⃣ Start the 5K with the group
4️⃣ Run, recover, then help hand out awards
This option does NOT require signing up under the Volunteer tab.
Does NOT include Full Race Volunteer benefits listed below.
LIMITED to the first 10 sign-ups.
Available for the 5K distance only.
Full Race Volunteer (Not Running)
Sign up under the VOLUNTEER tab in the top menu.
Full Race Volunteers Receive:
🎽 Bigfoot race shirt
🎟️ VIP race access
🎁 Your choice of:
• A FREE future race entry (use it yourself or gift it!)
OR
• A $20 prepaid digital gift card
🦺 Volunteer Roles & Ratings
- Water Station
Fill cups, cheer loudly, have fun!
POSITION RATING: Chill, social, great vantage point. Bring a chair if you’d like.
- Course Monitors
Keep runners safe & energized with cheers and direction.
POSITION RATING: Fun and action-packed.
- Finish Line Helper
Assist Race Director with medals, snacks, and celebration.
POSITION RATING: Easy, exciting, and rewarding.
- Turtle / Sweeper
Stay with the final participant, encourage them, and notify course staff when the last runner passes.
POSITION RATING: Slightly physically challenging — longest distance covered but inspiring!
- Packet Pickup / Results
Help check in runners, then enjoy a relaxed, joyful finish-line environment.
POSITION RATING: Busy pre-race, chill and fun after.
- Floater
General event help — medals, snacks, crowd support, etc.
POSITION RATING: Extremely easy and puts you right in the action.
- Lead Bike
Guide the fastest runners on the longest course.
POSITION RATING: Fun, great exercise, and finished early!
- Bigfoot Mascot
Be the star of the show! High-fives, photos, cheering!
POSITION RATING: The coolest volunteer role — 10/10 fun.
📍 Volunteer Arrival
All volunteers arrive 1.5 hours before race start and check in at the Registration Tent.
Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.
📝 IMPORTANT NOTES
👕 Shirt guarantee: Register at least 10 days before race day.
📦 Packet Pickup: Always open 1.5 hours before race start.
📧 If additional pickup times are added, all runners will be notified by email at least 1 week in advance.
🌳 Course Terrain: Expect a mix of pavement, crushed granite, and some unavoidable dirt paths.
🛝 Public Spaces: Events take place in parks and greenbelts — please be mindful of dog walkers, cyclists, and picnickers.
🌊🦈 Don’t Miss the Most Jaw-some Race of the Season!
Grab your crew, lace up, and dive into Shark Week — where fast feet, ocean energy, and race-day fun collide.
👉 Register now and run with the sharks!
Visit our new website for more help: www.bigfootraces.com
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Sun, Sep 13, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Get ready for a great race!
Your Mates and Mini Mates will swim in a lazy river, bike through the Moody Gardens resort, and run through the tropical gardens—all leading up to a waterpark celebration for the family! Every athlete gets a waterpark admission + free entries for three family members or friends! Come for race day or make it a fun family getaway. Parents, siblings, friends & teammates can join the fun—volunteer as a Deckhand and experience the race up close!
Captain Kids Waves for 2026:
✔️ Age Group Waves: Mini Mates, Mates & Long Course Mates (based on USAT age)
✔️Captain's Waves: For experienced youth triathletes ready to race
✔️ First Mates Waves: Adaptive divisions with guides & race modifications available
Race Distances:
✔️ Mini Mates (6-10): 100m swim, 2 mile bike, ½ mile run
✔️ Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run
✔️ Long Course Mates (15-16): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run
✔️ Captain's Wave Mini Mates (6-10): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run
✔️ Captain's Wave Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run
The Captain's Wave:
The Captain's Wave is for those athletes that have their sea legs and are experienced triathletes wanting to race, and is designed to add additional safety and fairness within the races. If your athlete is on a racing team, has a coach, routinely places in other youth races, and wants to test their skills against the other experienced athletes, then the athlete may qualify to compete in the Captain's Wave. Your athlete should be familiar with all aspects of triathlon, including the rules and regulations for youth triathlons (drafting, spacing, passing, etc), and should have competed in a number of triathlons prior to this event. If you’re not sure which division is right for your athlete, send the Captain an email and we’ll help you figure it out.
The Captain's Waves have separate awards from the age group division and only compete against each other. The athletes are numbered from oldest to youngest, and awards are based on the number of participants.
🏴☠️ Ready to race? Join the crew and sign up today!
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Sat, Oct 17, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Grab your girl friends or daughters, bring the family and plan for a great weekend at the beach.
This is our fourth year for the Beach Girl Triathlon and we have moved it back to the Seaside Resort, in Galveston on Saturday, October 17th. The swim is a 200 meter pool swim followed by a 8 mile bike and a 2 mile beach run in on the Holiday Inn property. Enjoy a great after party with beverages, great music, food, and more. This property offers something for everyone; beach, pool, games for the kids, and more. Holiday Inn will also offer rooms at a special rate; link to be sent out soon.
All athletes receive a shirt, medal, and more.
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Sat, Oct 17, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
EVENT STATUS UPDATE [12/31/2025]: WE ARE FINALIZING REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS EVENT BEFORE WE OFFICIALLY LAUNCH REGISTRATION. AN ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE MADE ON ALL TROT COMMUNICATION CHANNELS ONCE WE HAVE THE GREEN LIGHT. THANK YOU FOR YOUR EXCITEMENT AND PATIENCE FOR THIS INCREDIBLE NEW EVENT.
Coming in 2026, Trail Racing Over Texas presents a NEW running experience with the RISE Running Festival. Three days of fun, multiple race distances from 1 Mile to Ultra Marathon, Kids Run and Family Activities, Guest Speakers & Shakeout Runs, Food and Entertainment, Run/Walk/Ruck, Texas-sized Medals, Free Race Photos, Giveaways and Prize Money, Age Group Awards, and more!
Sign up for important updates and be the first to know about registration and the chance to win free entries! We are still finalizing our venue/course and other details before opening registration.
A club event for the RISE Run & Walk Club and a fundraiser for Texas Search and Rescue. Open to anyone who would like to run, walk, or ruck. Check out the pre-Houston Marathon dinner talk to RISE Runners and Walkers Club of Sugar Land for inspiration before any of your upcoming races. Be sure to check out the club if you're in the area: https://riserunners.com/
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Sun, Oct 18, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
The Toughest 10K Galveston, the second race in the Texas Bridge Series, offers runners the unique experience of crossing a true engineering marvel - the iconic Galveston Causeway. Starting at the Galveston County Daily News offices, participants head northbound over the historic bridge, loop around at Tiki Island, and return via the same impressive structure. While most of the course features the characteristic flat terrain of southeast Texas, runners face an exciting challenge: conquering the 72-foot tall causeway with its demanding 3.5% grade, both on the way out and back.
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Sat, Oct 31, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Run, walk, or jog in the 15th annual Daily News Press Run to support the Newspapers In Education program on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Featuring certified Galveston Causeway 5K and 10K courses, a Kid's 1K sponsored by Whataburger, a book character costume contest, dozens of vendor booths, music, food, and much more. We have a big event planned for you!
Support Newspapers in Education
The Daily News Press Run provides support to the Newspapers in Education program (NIE). NIE provides resources that use the newspaper to develop reading comprehension skills, critical thinking, and a better understanding of the way the world relates to the classroom. We have a waiting list of teachers who want to join and need your help to make the program a success for the upcoming school year.
Parking Information
Runners' parking is available at Target Parking Lot 6128 Broadway, Galveston, TX 77551. Shuttle buses will run from 5:00 am to noon. Please allow yourself ample time to get checked in and warm up.
Bag Drop Off
Bag drop is available at the info station for a $5 donation to Newspapers In Education program.
Costume Contest
Dress up as your favorite book character as we celebrate Literacy Day with our Smart Family Literacy, Inc. Partners. The first, second, and third place winners will win a special prize donated by local merchants. The contest is divided into two groups children and adults. A panel will judge the costumes
Bundle Savings
Save 10% when you register for both Daily News Press Run events!
Texas City: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Galveston: Saturday, October 31, 2026
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Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Join us for the 5th Annual Galveston Island Turkey Trot. A beautiful, flat course on the famous Galveston Island Seawall. Run or Walk with perfect views of the Gulf Coast. The distance is a 5K encouraging runners, walkers, friends & family to come together to Turkey Trot! This is an out and back course with a post-race party ending at Menard Park behind the McGuire-Dent Recreation Center. Costumes are Welcome!
This race supports HART which is a non-profit organization that supports Health & Fitness on the Island and the surrounding area.
Awards will take place at 8:45 am
1st Place Overall Male and Female
1st Place Master Male and Female
Top 3 in each age group
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Sun, Dec 20, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
LET'S BE MERRY AND BRIGHT THIS SANTA HUSTLE SEASON!
Come join the Santa Hustle® magic on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Beach Central!
RACE WEBSITE
- For more information about the race, CLICK HERE.
REFUNDS
- Since Santa Claus has many upfront costs, we have a strict and uniform policy of no refunds or exchanges, no person-to-person transfer, or no deferrals to a future year. We do understand that plans change, injuries happen, and various holiday festivities and situations arise, but, we feel it is most fair to apply a uniform policy to all, instead of a subjective line of who should receive a refund and who doesn’t. All purchases and sales are 100% final, no exceptions. Refunds will not be issued based on weather conditions and/or pandemics. Santa appreciates your understanding in this matter.
2025 SANTA HUSTLE RACE SERIES
The Santa Hustle® Race Series consists of multiple races in the cities of Chicago IL, Nashville, TN, Indianapolis IN, Detroit, MI, San Antonio, TX, Galveston TX, Roseville, CA, Glendale, AZ, Athens, GA, Orlando, FL, Milwaukee, WI, and Virtually! Be a part of thousands of Santa’s running across the nation!
Local Clubs & Organizations
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USA Swimming Club. 119 members.
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Club[email protected] (469) 346-0071