Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Katy, TX (50)
The Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M offers a flat, fast out-and-back course on Katy's Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail.
Race Date
Dec 12, 2026
Location
Katy, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Katy, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
This US Road Running event takes place on the Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail in Katy, Texas, offering a straightforward out-and-back course perfect for setting personal bests. The half marathon, along with 5K and 10K options, utilizes a consistently flat profile with minimal elevation change, making it a prime candidate for fast times.
The race is timed and chip-started, with a generous 3.5-hour time limit to accommodate all runners. Participants can expect a well-organized event with standard US Road Running perks, including a finisher medal and a race shirt. The typical race-day weather in Katy, averaging between 53–70°F, usually provides comfortable running conditions, though humidity can be a factor.
Race-provided description
THIS RACE LOCATION HAS CHANGED TO Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration.
Additional Information Please use the map pin for the designated event parking location. https://maps.app.goo.gl/1Zom3W8a4ukq7qJYA 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6663592423/ This is an out-and-back course. (1.56M) The 5K does the course two time. The 10K does the course four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6640951414/ This is an out-and-back course. (2.18M) The Half Marathon does the course six times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
2500 Porter Road, Katy, TX, 77493
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
53°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Katy, TX (50)?
The Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Katy, TX (50) is held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Katy, TX (50) take place?
It takes place in Katy, Texas.
What distances does the Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Katy, TX (50) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Katy, TX (50) course flat and good for a PR?
The Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Katy, TX (50) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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