Lone Star Stampede
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Event
The Lone Star Stampede is an annual road running event hosted by the Texas Exes Houston Chapter in January 2026. It is presented as a community event that raises funds for scholarships for Houston-area students pursuing higher education at The University of Texas at Austin. The event is held at Brazos River Park in Sugar Land, Texas (18427 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, TX 77479).
Distances
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids 1K Fun Run
- Virtual options for the 5K and 10K
Race details
The 10K is run as a two-loop course within Brazos River Park; the 5K is a one-loop course; the Kids 1K is a short out-and-back. The 5K and 10K are chip-timed. Strollers are allowed in the 5K walk only. No pets are permitted on the course. Ample parking is available at Brazos River Park.
Awards, swag and logistics
All runners receive a Longhorn Dri-Fit technical shirt, with an option to upgrade to long sleeve gear. Runners aged 14 and up receive an exclusive Longhorn Stampede belt buckle medal (2.5 inch); top finishers and age-group placers receive larger belt buckle awards. Raffle prizes include a pair of boots and a custom hat; entries are earned by registering for the 5K or 10K, completing early packet pickup, or volunteering. Packet pickup is offered in the days before the event and on race day. The event is held rain or shine; if conditions are unsafe the event will be canceled and fees will be donated to the scholarship fund. No refunds or transfers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
