Head for the Cure – Houston
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Event overview
The 14th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Houston is scheduled for Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St, Pearland, TX 77584. The event includes an untimed kids fun run for children 9 or younger, a 5K run, and a virtual participation option. Day-of packet pick up is available and pre-race packet pick up details were to be announced. Post-race activities include a brain tumor survivor photo and community recognitions such as Keeping the Faith and Legacy of Love.
Purpose and registration
Proceeds from the event will benefit MD Anderson Brain & Spine Center, Path to Hope, and other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. The campaign listed a fundraising goal of $75,000 and a current amount raised of $0.
Registration options and fees listed by the organizer: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K Early Bird: $34 : includes event t-shirt, timing bib, and medal; ages 9 and older.
- 5K Early Bird + Dog: $49 : one person and one dog; person receives t-shirt and timing bib, dog receives a HFTC bandana, and both may receive medals.
- Kids Fun Run: $25 : untimed dash for children 9 or younger; includes event t-shirt and ribbon.
- Virtual Registration: $40 : participant receives event t-shirt and finishers medal by mail; race materials cannot be picked up in person.
