9 walking events in Harris County, Texas

Welcome to the 2026 Katy Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist, the premier half marathon race in the largest running community in the Houston area, and race #2 of 9 in the 2026 Run Houston! Race Series!

Finish 3 'Run Houston Races' Half Marathons, 5Ks, or a combination to earn this year's exclusive series finisher swag. Finish the Commit Series or the Bayou City Series to earn an additional finisher pin.

Tomball ISD MOVES presents the Tomball ISD Superintendent's Fun Run. The TISD Superintendent's Fun Run is a 5k (3.1 miles) timed race that will take place on February 28, 2026 at the Tomball Event Center. Awards will be given to the top 3 runners in each classification. The event is open to all students and staff as well as the Tomball community. In addition to the Fun Run, a 1-mile walking course will be set up around the Tomball ISD Stadium.

Funds generated from the Superintendent’s Fun Run are used to cover the costs associated with hosting the Fun Run. Any remaining funds are used to:

• provide incentives to increase employee health and wellness at each campus and department throughout the district

• support the Tomball Education Foundation

1876 Athletic Foundation 5K Family Run/Walk is a unique event for the whole family. Runners, walkers, stroller-pushers, and little ones are invited! 100% of the proceeds benefit collegiate student-athletes.The event will include family fun games and prizes as well as a vendor marketplace.

This fun run/walk event is put on with the generous efforts of volunteers and community partners.

5K Registration Fee includes: T-shirt, medal, and all race amenities.

Registrations on or before December 31, 2025 are guaranteed a T-shirt of your size.

Registrations after December 31st and up to race day cannot be guaranteed a T-shirt of your size.

Race Day Schedule

Saturday, February 28, 2026

7:00am- T-Shirt/Packet Pick Up

8:30am - 5K Run/Walk starts

9:30am - Family Activities Area/Vendor Market Opens

10:00am - After Race Party

12:30pm- Event Concludes

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Please email Joyce Johnson at [email protected] to learn how to become a sponsor!

Location Confirmed: Cullen Park

🌸 Spring Fling Race Series – Let the Good Times Bloom! 🌸

Presented by Bigfoot Running Company

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!

🎉 Event Highlights

Join the fun and energy you’ve come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event:

🥇 Awesome finisher medals & super soft tees

💥 Live DJ + name announcements at the finish line

🏆 Bigfoot Trophy awards for top finishers

🌟 Every runner recognized as they finish

💧 Aid stations throughout the course

🍌 Snacks & refreshments at the Race Rally Tent

🎶 Live awards celebration

👣 You might even spot Bigfoot himself!

Our team’s #1 goal: to make your race fun, safe, and exciting!

🏃‍♀️ Race Distances

Kids Dash (10 & Under)

A fun 20-yard dash for our little Yetis! Includes a race tee and a special Bigfoot Kids Dash finisher medal. Our crew captures every adorable moment.

Not timed — pure fun!

1 Mile

Perfect for all ages and experience levels. Includes a race tee and finisher medal.

Not chip-timed.

5K (3.11 miles)

Chip-timed with awards and plenty of energy!

🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy

🎖 1st Masters (40+) – Special recognition pin

🥇 Standard age group awards

10K (6.22 miles)

Double the distance, double the glory!

🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy

🎖 1st Masters (40+) – Special recognition pin

🥇 Standard age group awards

🧒 Age Group Awards (5K & 10K)

1st Overall M/F – Trophy

1st Masters (40+) – Recognition Pin

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: 12 & under run 5K or 10K for only $15!

Referral Bonus: Get a $20 refund when 5 friends sign up with your link

Group Discounts: The bigger your group, the bigger your savings, get automatic refunds as your group grows!

🕕 Event Schedule

7:30–8:45 AM – Packet Pickup

8:55 AM – Kids Dash (meet at start line)

9:00 AM – National Anthem & Race Start

Results & awards available live at the registration tent!

🙌 Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Then Run (5K Distance Only)

Be part of the action and run the 5K!

Includes a chip-timed bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.

Volunteer then Run Schedule:

1. Arrive 1.5 hrs early to help with packet pickup

2. Run the 5K

3. Help hand out awards post-race

💡 Limited to first 5 sign-ups only.

(Does not include Full Race Volunteer benefits below.)

Full Race Volunteer (Non-Running Role)

Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time.

Volunteers will not participate in the race and receive:

🎽 Bigfoot race shirt

🎟 VIP race access

🎁 Choice of a FREE future race entry or $20 Amazon digital gift card

All volunteers check in at the Registration Tent 1.5 hours before start time.

🦺 Volunteer Roles & Ratings

Water Station

Keep cups filled and cheer on runners! Bring a radio, pom poms, or noise makers.

Rating: Chill position with great interaction. Bring a chair if desired.

Course Monitors

Located at key safety points (e.g., crosswalks). Direct runners and cheer them on!

Rating: Fun, exciting — right in the action.

Finish Line Helper

Assist with medals, refreshments, and cheering finishers.

Rating: Easy and fun — at the heart of the celebration.

Turtle / Sweeper

Support the final participant and alert volunteers when the last runner passes.

Rating: Slightly physical — rewarding and great exercise.

Packet Pickup / Results

Distribute bibs, shirts, and help celebrate finishers.

Rating: Busy before start, fun and relaxed after. Set the tone for the day!

Floater

Assist wherever needed — medals, snacks, crowd support, etc.

Rating: Super easy and fun — in the middle of all the excitement.

Lead Bike

Guide the first runners on the correct course using a bike or scooter.

Rating: Active and enjoyable. You’re done once the lead runner finishes.

Bigfoot Mascot

Wear the Bigfoot suit, cheer, give high-fives, and take photos!

Rating: The coolest and most fun position — you’re the star of the show!

🗓 Important Notes

Shirt guarantee: 10 days before race day. After that, limited availability.

Weather: Races proceed rain or shine, hot or cold.

Packet Pickup: Opens 1.5 hours before race start. Any additional pickups announced by email 1 week prior to the race.

Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces (pavement, crushed granite, dirt paths).

Public Space Notice: Events take place in public parks, greenbelts, and roads. You may encounter park users such as dog walkers or families with strollers. Please be courteous and aware.

📧 Questions? Email us at [email protected]

🌸 Don’t Miss the Fun!

Grab your friends, lace up, and join us for the Bigfoot Running Company’s Spring Fling Race Series!

It’s more than a race — it’s a celebration of community, energy, and adventure.

👉 Register now and make this spring legendary!

Join us for a time-honored Klein community tradition. The Klein High School BEARKAT BASH brings the community together for a healthy and FUN event! This event benefits the Klein High School Cross Country team and Klein ISD schools/organizations.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

• 7:30 am 5K Run and 5K Walk (awards ceremony for 5K run as soon as results are verified)

• 8:45 am 1K Kids’ Fun Run

Location:

Klein High School, 16715 Stuebner-Airline Rd., Klein, TX 77379

Packet Pick Up:

April 17 (Fri) 4-7 pm, Klein High School

Sign up by April 1 for a guaranteed t-shirt size! After April 1 t-shirts will be available only while supplies last.

This event will be held rain or shine.

IN THE CASE OF A WEATHER CANCELLATION, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN BUT WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATION.

Saturday May 2, 2026 at Klein Memorial Stadium

Grab your sneakers and join us for the KLEIN ISD Education Foundation Fun Run, benefiting the Klein Education Foundation! Underwritten by Campus Kids, this community event will feature a 5K race and kids fun run. Proceeds from the Fun Run benefit the Klein Education Foundation, which awards teacher classroom grants for innovative academic and enrichment projects of the Klein Independent School District.

7:30 AM 5K Run Walk

(Awards ceremony for 5K to follow results verification)

8:30 AM Kids Fun Run

Certifying body by USATF

Station #20-25-003

Certification #TX20004JH

The 29th Annual Sprint for Life 5K and Sprint for Sprouts Kids' Run will be held near the campus of MD Anderson Cancer Center on May 9, 2026. Make a difference in the fight against ovarian cancer!

Founded in 1998, Sprint for Life has two missions: to raise awareness and research funds for ovarian cancer. Hosted by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Sprint for Life has raised more than $5.8 million for the Blanton-Davis Ovarian Cancer Research Program, one of the world's leading efforts dedicated to ovarian cancer research. Funding has allowed researchers to develop new clinical trials, understand the biology of ovarian cancer and develop new therapies for the disease.

Free registration for the first 100 Ovarian Cancer Survivors and the first 100 Caregivers of Ovarian Cancer Survivors - courtesy of OVARCOME. Contact the Sprint for Life offices at [email protected] for details.

2026 Sprint for Life® Race Day Schedule

(Find full details on www.sprintforlife.com under the Race Day Instructions tab on the left side including documents with schedule and parking, route map, and FAQs. Packet pickup and other information is on the Race Registration tab )

6 a.m. Boutique opens for business

6-7:25 a.m. Late Registration/Packet Pickup

6:30-9 a.m. Group and Corporate Team Photos

7 a.m. Survivors’ Tent and Lounge open and Kids' Zone opens

7:30 a.m. 5K Run/ Walk Begins

7:45 a.m. Food and Fun in Post-Race Party area

8:30-9:15 a.m. Presentation and Awards Ceremony

9 a.m. Survivor Photo at Post-Race Party Stage

9:30 a.m. Sprouts Pep Rally, Tot Trot and Sprint for Sprouts races and Kids’ Zone Closes

10 a.m. Boutique closes and the Sprint for Life event concludes