UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K offers a fast, flat course benefiting local charities.
Race Date
Oct 25, 2026
Location
Houston, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 58,719
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K, hosted by the Houston Striders, is a well-established event with a history dating back to 2006. It has seen approximately 3,971 finishers on average, with about 34% of participants returning in subsequent years, highlighting its loyal following.
The course is described as mostly flat and scenic, making it a prime candidate for personal bests. The event is run by an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to community wellness and charitable outreach, having donated over $1 million to Houston-area causes.
Runners can expect a supportive environment that brings together the local community to celebrate running while contributing to meaningful initiatives. The race also offers opportunities for participants to fundraise for their chosen charities.
Race-provided description
Join us for the 2026 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K, where performance meets purpose. Hosted by the Houston Striders, this event brings together runners, walkers, and the local community to support wellness, charitable initiatives, and the love of running. With a scenic, mostly flat course and an inclusive race environment, there’s a place for everyone at the start line. Fast, Flat, and Philanthropic: the Houston Half Marathon & 10K is presented by the Houston Striders, an all-volunteer, 501 (c) (3) non-profit focused on community wellness and charitable outreach. We are a metro-wide running club with over 500 active members and have been running Houston since 1985! In years past, we've given over $ 1 million to Houston-area organizations & non-profits. You also have the opportunity to raise money for your charity using the Kind Stride Program described below.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Participant Shirt
Start Location
1000 Bagby St, Houston, TX, 77002
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout7119 years running
~4,357 finishers a year
growing or steady
33% returning runners
6 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:06:51
typical high 82°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
67°
Afternoon (High)
82°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 58,719 finishers actually crossed the line across 19 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
58,719
Median time
2:10:10
Latest turnout
3,880
States
50
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K?
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K is held on Sunday, October 25, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K take place?
It takes place in Houston, Texas.
What distances does the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles.
Is the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K course flat and good for a PR?
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 58,719 runners who have completed the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K.
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