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 is a community 5K run/walk held on September 27, 2026 at Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway Street, Pearland, TX. The event includes a 5K run/walk and a separate kids fun run of about 100 meters. A course map and parking map are provided for participants.
Funds raised by the event support brain tumor research and related programs. Local beneficiaries named for this event include MD Anderson Brain & Spine Center and Path to Hope, as well as other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. Fundraising progress is reported: $12,970 raised toward a $75,000 goal, representing 17 percent of the stated goal.
Packet pick up is available the day before the event at Wild Pear Running. The event program includes a survivor photo and several community recognitions that honor caregivers, healthcare professionals, survivors, and memorial tributes. Sponsor organizations listed for the event include local and regional businesses and community partners.
The event is presented as a fundraising and community gathering centered on brain tumor awareness, research support, and public recognition of patients, caregivers, and healthcare contributors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
