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Distance: 9.5 km from HoustonSat, Jul 25, 2026 at 6:55 AMSee full details
Location confirmed: Kingdom Builders Center
Hey, Texas! Are You Ready to run for freedom?
This summer, gear up for the Texas Red, White and Blue Half Marathon—the most exhilarating race to hit the Lone Star State! Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, this event will take you on a breathtaking journey through Texas’ stunning trails, showcasing all the natural beauty our state has to offer.
Choose Your Adventure: Whether you’re tackling the Kids Dash, sprinting 2 miles, or going for glory in the 4, 8, or 13.1-mile distances, there’s something for everyone! Are you aiming for a personal best, or just looking to have a blast with friends and family? This race is perfect for you!
Epic Rewards Await: Top finishers in the 4-mile, 8-mile, and half marathon will snag the coveted Bigfoot trophy—a trophy that’ll make your family and friends green with envy! Plus, every participant will receive a super comfy Red, White and Blue Half Marathon race T-Shirt, a unique Texas medal, and a chip-timed race bib to commemorate your achievement.
For the Little Yeti’s: Don’t let the kids miss out! Our Kid's Dash promises unforgettable fun and awesome recognition swag that they'll cherish forever.
Race Day Experience: After crossing the finish line, refuel with tasty snacks and refreshing bottled water. With multiple aid stations along the route, you’ll be well taken care of. And get ready to groove with DJ Sasquatch, spinning all the hits at our lively race rally tent!
With years of experience in directing top-notch races, we guarantee a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere that will become a highlight of your annual running calendar.
Join us for an unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and Texas pride—this is the race for runners of all ages and abilities! Sign up now and let’s make this summer legendary! 🎉🏃♀️🏃♂️✨
Join in all the festivities you have come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event. Awesome medals, cool Tee's, high energy staff, 100% focus on participant experience, live awards, and lets not forget the coveted Bigfoot Trophies. Snacks and refreshments will be available when you finish at the race rally tent. Our DJ will be playing all the hits and announcing every runner. All award winners will be announced and recognized for their accomplishments. Aid stations will be on the course to provide water and to assist should you have any concerns during your run. Our primary focus is to make your race fun, safe, and exciting.
All finishers of all distances will receive a medal and shirt.
*Youth-based pricing for the 2 mile, 4 mile, and 8 mile - 12 & Under are only $15!
*Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.
*Join as a group and receive special group discounts. The larger your group gets the larger your group discount gets.
Race Distances offered:
Kids Dash - This event is for our little Yeti's and is typically about a 50-meter dash. Designed for kids 10 and under. This is not timed and includes a tee shirt, kids dash medal, and exclusive Kids Dash recognition pin. Your little Yeti will get to experience what races are all about as we focus all the attention on them and get the crowd involved in cheering them on. Our crew will be present with our professional race camera capturing all the fun so that you can share the memory of this awesome experience with friends and family.
2 Mile - Our 2-mile race is designed for all ages and experience levels. This event is not chipped timed and includes a tee shirt and race medal.
4 Mile - Our 4 Mile race will take you 4 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall trophy's for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards.
8 Mile - Our 8 mile race will take you 8 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall Bigfoot trophy's for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards.
Half Marathon - Our Half Marathon race will take you 13.11 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall Bigfoot trophy's for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards.
Standard Age Group Awards for 4 mi / 8 mi / Half Marathon
1st overall M/F - Trophy
1st overall M/F Masters age 40+ - Special recognition award lanyard pin
10 and under M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
11-14 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
15-19 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
20-24 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
25-29 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
30-34 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
35-39 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
40-44 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
45-49 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
50-54 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
55-59 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
60-64 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
65-69 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
70+ M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
Shirt guarantee cutoff is 10 days out from the event. After that date if shirts are still available this page will be updated and a notification of availability will be placed at the top of this listing with details concerning shirt size availability and quantity available if applicable.
Event Schedule
5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup
6:55 am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area)
7:00am National Anthem and Race Start!
Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Volunteer then Run includes a custom chip timed bib, super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal! You can participate in the 4 mile run offered for this event. You simply show up an hour and a half before race start and help with packet pickup, about 10 minutes before race starts, you join everyone at the starting line for pre-race warmup and start with the starting gun. Then after you run the race and recover you help us hand out awards. (This option does not require you to sign up under the volunteer tab above. This option does not include the Full Race Volunteer benefits' listed below.) THIS OPTION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 15 SIGN UPS AND IS FOR THE 4 mile DISTANCE.
Full Race Volunteer with Us! (you will not be running in this race)
Sign up under the "VOLUNTEER" tab on the top menu. Volunteers earn a Bigfoot race shirt, VIP race access and your choice of a FREE race entry to a future event to use for yourself or to gift to someone else or a $20 pre-paid digital gift card!
Water Station: You will be placed at the water station. Your duties are to simply make sure there are water cups filled and ready for participants. You will be in a prime position to cheer on runners so feel free to bring a radio, pom poms, signs, noise makers etc. POSITION RATING: Chill position that puts you at a vantage point to interact with participants. Feel free to bring a chair if you would like.
Course Monitors: You will be placed along the course route at places that require extra attention for participant safety. You will be in a prime position to cheer on runners so feel free to bring a radio, pom poms, signs, noise makers etc. Example: crosswalks POSITION RATING: Fun, exciting position that puts you in the middle of all the action
Finish Line Helper: Assist the Race Director with general finish line tasks. POSITION RATING: Easy and fun job.
Turtle / Sweeper: You get to hang back with the last runner. Your job is to encourage the last runner and let water station and course monitors know when the final runner has past so they can begin tear down. POSITION RATING: slightly physically challenging. You get to run the longest distance for free. Good day of exercise.
Packet Pickup / Results: You will be very near the start and finish line. You will get the opportunity to interact with participants and share in their joy when they are presented their awards. POSITION RATING: A bit hectic for about 45 min before the race. the rest of your day is pretty chill and very fun. Be part of creating the excitement!
Floater: Provide general race help. Examples: hand out medals, help with snacks, etc. POSITION RATING: Super easy and fun job that puts you right in the action of the race.
Lead Bike: Lead the first runner and complete the course on a bike or scooter. POSITION RATING: You get to enjoy the course with the participants. Your job is to make sure the first people go the correct direction on the longest distance event by following you. POSITION RATING: Fun and good exercise. You are done with your volunteering requirements shortly after the first long distance runner is finished.
Bigfoot Mascot: Wear our provided Bigfoot costume and help cheer on participant, providing high-fives and great photo opportunities'. POSITION RATING: The coolest and by far most fun volunteer opportunity. You get to be the center of attention at the finish line.
Volunteers arrive at the event 1.5 hours before start time and check in at the registration tent.
*Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.
Packet pickup is always offered for 1.5 hours before the event start time. If an additional packet pickup is scheduled it will be communicated via email to all registered participants a minimum of 1 week before the race.
Bigfoot Running Company races are typically held at parks and green belts. We make every attempt to stay on paved trails but mixed course surfaces should be expected. You may run on pavement, crushed granite and when unavoidable dirt paths.
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Distance: 4.6 km from HoustonSat, Aug 08, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Join us on August 9th for the 2025 edition of Houston Party in the Park presented by HARRA!
This is a free community event. All paces welcome!
The event will take place on Saturday, August 9th, from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the grass just west of the Tennis Center at Memorial Park. Expect a day filled with fun and enjoyment, including free refreshments such as watermelon, Gatorade, beverages, and live music.
RSVP to help us estimate the refreshments needed for the event. Donations are optional and will be used to fund free events hosted by running clubs collaborating with HARRA. As the umbrella running organization in the Houston area, our goal is to support and highlight running clubs in our community.
Member clubs are also invited to bring their tents for free to showcase their groups. Please check the Tent Space Reservation section for details.
Community Runs
🌞 Morning Run Schedule – Party in the Park
📍 Meeting Point: All runs start in front of the Party in the Park Arch, unless otherwise noted.
7:00 AM – Houston Harriers 1 Loop Challenge, presented by Coach Andy Stewart’s 30K/10K
Start your morning strong with a group run led by the Houston Harriers.
Note: All participants will get entered into a raffle to win a free entry to the 30K.
7:30 AM - The Woodlands Galloway Training Program
Join The Woodlands Galloway T.P. for a run/walk loop in one or two pace groups:
11:00-13:00 and 14:00-15:00 min/mile.
7:45 AM – Club Open Mic Session I
📍 In front of the HARRA Tent
Share your voice during our first Open Mic session (3-minute slots).
📩 RSVP with Felipe: [email protected]
8:00 AM – Houston Striders 5K Run
Join the Houston Striders for a community 5K.
8:30 AM – Chevron Houston Marathon Kids Run (1-Mile & 3-Mile)
Hosted by @chevronhoustonmarathon RunHou Ambassadors and HMF HEROs.
Fun runs for kids of all ages!
9:15 AM – Club Open Mic Session II
📍 In front of the HARRA Tent
Another chance to grab the mic and share your thoughts!
📩 RSVP with Felipe: [email protected]
9:45 AM – Closing & Raffle
We’ll wrap up with thank-yous, community shout-outs, and exciting prize giveaways!
🎶 Main Event: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Live DJ + Music Zone
Enjoy music, dancing, and good vibes to celebrate our Houston running community.
Please join us!
Volunteer
Help from volunteers is what makes this event a success each year! We need help with setup, tear down, food and beverage service. Please volunteer for a shift HERE.
HARRA members receive credit for the VVIP Volunteer program. We thank you in advance.
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Distance: 8.7 km from HoustonTue, Sep 01, 2026 at 6:30 AM
Join us for a timed 5K Run along Buffalo Bayou, a 53-mile, 18,000-year-old slow-moving waterway, and the historic birthplace of Houston! Whether you’re running, jogging, or walking, this event welcomes all fitness levels. Come enjoy the fresh air, cheer each other on, and cross the finish line feeling proud—and maybe a little sweaty.
👉 Click here for course map.
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Distance: 7.4 km from HoustonSat, Sep 05, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nations since. We activate & unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen.
TMF is proud to partner with GORUCK again with rucking divisions at every run. Rucking is a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks. All participants registered for the GORUCK division will earn this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch. Learn more about GORUCK here.
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Distance: 8.9 km from HoustonSat, Sep 19, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
JOIN US IN PERSON OR VIRTUALLY!
On Saturday, September 19th, join us at Willow Waterhole, where you can run or walk a 5K or a 1 mile.
Every day across the country, lives are saved, and families are restored through the miracle of donation and transplantation. Even so, more than 10,000 Texan men, women, and children wait for their second chance at life.
Who Will You Run For?
LifeGift invites you to spend a morning celebrating the gift of life. The 2nd Chance Run hosted by LifeGift honors organ, eye, and tissue donors in 109 Texas counties in North, Southeast, and West Texas. While celebrating the lives saved and offering hope to those still waiting, the event raises awareness of the need for organ, eye, and tissue donation across the state.
All registrations include:
Custom Event T-Shirt designed specifically for 2nd Chance Run Houston!
Custom 2nd Chance Run Medal
Race Bib and Timing Chip (5K Participants Only)
Race Swag Bag
Entry to our Race Village
CHECK OUT HOUSTON'S 2025 PHOTOS & VIDEO
Houston 2025 2nd Chance Run Photo Gallery
Houston 2025 2nd Chance Run Video