See the Race Goodies page for details.

The Athlete First Initiative is a collection of athlete-friendly policies designed to give you flexibility, protections, and perks from the moment you register. Check out the Athlete First Initiative page for details. 

Registration insurance is offered through a 3rd party provider, Protecht RegShield, and must be purchased at the time of registration. The insurance covers your registration fees if you are unable to attend the event for a varity of reasons. For more information and details please click HERE. 

We have have several way you can save on your registration. Check out the Discounts and Referral Rewards page for details. 

Yes, we offer registration until the start of the race. We will have QR codes available at the packet pickup area that will take you directly to the registration page. As soon as you receive your confirmation email you can check-in at packet pickup. 

See the Packet Pickup page for details. 

Yes, race morning packet pickup is available. Please note that lines for packet pickup on race morning may be long and the start of the race will not be delayed due to late pickups. 

See the Race Goodies page for details. 

No, we order all items in advance based on the size you selected during registration. Changes made at packet pickup may results in someone else note receiving what they ordered. If there are shirts remaining at the conclusion of the event, we do allow exchanges at the volunteer check-in tent. 

See the Packet Pickup page for details. 

Yes, a friend can pick up your packet. They will just need your registration QR code that was included in your confirmation email and will be sent out 30 minues before the start of each packet pickup. 

See the Race Day Schedule page for details. 

Please visit the downtown Houston garage and street parking websites for detailed information. 

• The mass start is what most runners are used to where everyone begins at the designated time. 
• The rolling start is an open start line where runners can begin the race anytime during the designated time frame. 
• Runners opting for either the mass or rolling start will receive an official time but only those starting in the Mass Start are eligible for awards. 
• See the Race Day Schedule page for times. 

Yes, the course cutoff is 10a. All runners must be off the course by that time. We will begin a rolling opening of the far end of the course at approximately 9:15a. 

We love our furry friends but we do not allow dogs or other animals on the course or at the race site. 

Yes, there will two water stations on the course and one at the finish line. One will be at the 5k turnaround and another at the 10k turnaround.

Please keep in mind we are a cupless race so you will need to carry your own hydration or the cup that was provided in your race packet. 

Yes, we do allow participants to use headphone or earbuds. However, we do ask that you always be aware of your surroundings and ask that you keep one ear open so you can hear instructions from event staff, volunteers, and course security.