UTHealth Houston Half Marathon
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UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K : October 25, 2026
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K is a multi-event road race held in Houston on October 25, 2026. Races start and finish in the downtown area near Sam Houston Park at 1000 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002. The program includes both foot and adaptive divisions.
The half marathon route runs through central Houston with long stretches along Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive. The course is described as mostly flat with a few gentle bumps along Allen Parkway. The 10K is an out-and-back course primarily along Allen Parkway with minimal elevation change. Organizers note that the course remains open for a four hour window for runners and walkers and that timing and start procedures may be adjusted for safety.
The event is presented by the Houston Striders, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) running club with over 500 active members. The club has a history of local charitable giving and offers a fundraising option through a Kind Stride program. The race program includes support for handcycle and wheelchair competitors and lists race resources such as course maps, parking, pacers, and results.
Distances and event types: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Half Marathon In person
- 10K In Person
- Handcycle Half Marathon In Person
- Wheelchair 10K In Person
