Head for the Cure 5K - Houston
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2026 Houston 5K Head for the Cure
The 14th annual Head for the Cure 5K in Houston takes place on September 27, 2026 at Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway Street, Pearland, TX 77584. The event is presented as a community run and fundraising activity that supports brain tumor research and related programs.
Funds raised through this event will locally benefit research and care initiatives at MD Anderson Brain & Spine Center and Path to Hope, as well as other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. Fundraising results include recognition of top individuals and top teams.
Race-related activities are scheduled across the weekend. Packet pick up is available at Wild Pear Running on Saturday, September 26. Race day activities include a Brain Tumor Survivor photo and several community recognitions, including Keeping the Faith and the Legacy of Love awards. The event offers these distances and formats:
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run 100 Meter Dash
The event page lists local sponsors and community partners and outlines options for honoring caregivers, healthcare professionals, survivors, and those memorialized through special recognitions. Materials for team captains and fundraising guidance are provided as part of the event resources. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
