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Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile

Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile

Texas City Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course along the Texas City Dike with bay views.

Race Date

Dec 5, 2026

Location

Texas City, TX

Solid Pick43

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Location
Texas City, Texas
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 5K - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim, 1 Miles
Course
Point to Point
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
294

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Great MedalGreat Post Race

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Texas City Half Marathon unfolds along the scenic shoreline of Texas City and the iconic Texas City Dike. Runners will experience the thrill of a flat and fast course, with the half marathon featuring a 10-mile out-and-back along the dike, offering stunning views of Galveston Bay.

The final 3.1 miles of the half marathon course loop around a park, leading to a spirited finish line celebration. The course is closed to vehicular traffic, providing an unparalleled running experience. With approximately 309 finishers and runners from about 10 states, this event offers finisher's medals, food, drinks, and awards for overall and age groups.

Race-provided description

JOIN US FOR THE TEXAS CITY HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K, & MILE Join us for a unique half marathon along the shoreline of Texas City and the iconic Texas City Dike! Experience the thrill of a flat and fast course that spans the entire 5-mile dike, presenting a 10-mile out-and-back route with stunning views of sparkling Galveston Bay at every turn, making each stride a moment to cherish and remember. The final 3.1 miles of this incredible half marathon features an exciting loop around the park, culminating in a spirited finish line celebration! As an added bonus, you'll enjoy the rare advantage of running on a course closed to vehicular traffic, delivering an unparalleled experience just for you. Relish in achievements with finisher's medals, indulge in delicious food, refresh yourself with drinks, and vie for overall and age group awards—all packed into one remarkable event. Don't let this chance slip away! Join us for one of Texas’s most distinctive half marathons—be a part of this exhilarating journey and create lasting memories!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, December 5, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

Unisex Shirt Size

Start Location

800 Bay St N, Texas City, TX, 77590

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Point to Point

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

13.1 Miles6.2 Miles3.1 Miles5K - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim1 Miles

Quality Score

Solid Pick43
Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size12/15

~309 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details8/15

3 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw6/10

runners from 10 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 0:07:18

Weather5/10

typical high 69°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

57°

Afternoon (High)

69°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.2"

Precipitation

14 mph

Wind

82%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 294 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

294

Median time

2:10:41

Latest turnout

294

States

9

10%
25%
75%
90%
0:05p50 median ≈ 2:103:50
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Frequently asked

When is the Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile?

The Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile is held on Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile take place?

It takes place in Texas City, Texas.

What distances does the Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 5K - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim, 1 Miles.

Is the Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile course flat and good for a PR?

The Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile is a ultra-flat, point to point course.

How many people run the Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile?

HalfRuns has finish records for 294 runners who have completed the Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile.

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