Operation Ruck the Bayou
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Event details
Operation: Ruck the Bayou takes place on May 16, 2026 at Saint Arnold Brewery in Houston, Texas. The event program includes the following distances and formats:
- 5K Run
- 5K Ruck
- 10K Run
- 10K Ruck
- Kids/Family K + Mini-Ruck
Each event has an entry fee listed on the event page. Current listed fees are $45 for the 5K events, $55 for the 10K events, and $20 for the Kids/Family K + Mini-Ruck. Fees are shown to increase after February 14, 2026.
Location and logistics
The venue address is 2000 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020. The event page lists Saint Arnold Brewery as the host site. A contact form is provided on the event page for questions.
Charity supported
The event supports The Joshua Chamberlain Society, Houston Chapter. The Joshua Chamberlain Society is a 501(c)(3) charity described as providing long-term support to locally based veterans who sustained permanent combat injuries and to children of veterans who died in service. The society is organized as independent, locally run chapters so donor contributions remain with local beneficiaries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
