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Houston Marathon
Houston, United States
January 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
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5K Road Races in Houston
20 verified events with 63 individual races (2 confirmed dates) in Houston complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events202 confirmed dates
Competitions63Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+190 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Spooky Sprint Houston
Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km1.6 km+1
City RunPublic Park+3
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Keep Going 5K/10K/13.1 Run HOUSTON
Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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Run for Coffee Lovers - Houston
South Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
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Course des Paresseux de Houston
Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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Run Against Breast Cancer-Houston
Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Run for Donuts Race
Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Cinco De Mayo - Run Against All Odds HOUSTON
Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2027 | Houston Marathon | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Spooky Sprint Houston | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Keep Going 5K/10K/13.1 Run HOUSTON | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Run for Coffee Lovers - Houston | South Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Course des Paresseux de Houston | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Run Against Breast Cancer-Houston | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Run for Donuts Race | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Cinco De Mayo - Run Against All Odds HOUSTON | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Course de la Fête des Mère, HOUSTON | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Houston Stars and Stripes | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | July 4th Freedom Run-Houston | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Snails Keep Moving Run Houston | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this 5K Road Races in Houston directory, RunningCompass curates 20 events comprising 63 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +190 m. Key host locations include Houston, South Houston. Notable events in this selection include Houston Marathon, Spooky Sprint Houston, Keep Going 5K/10K/13.1 Run HOUSTON.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under 5K Road Races in Houston?
This overview currently includes 20 verified events featuring 63 individual races. Of these, 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 18 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in 5K Road Races in Houston?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +190 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in 5K Road Races in Houston?
Top host locations include Houston, South Houston. Representative events in the catalog include Houston Marathon, Spooky Sprint Houston, Keep Going 5K/10K/13.1 Run HOUSTON, Run for Coffee Lovers - Houston. The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for 5K Road Races in Houston?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 63 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.