Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist
Vintage Half Marathon: Doughnuts, charity, and a flat Klein course.
Race Date
Apr 26, 2026
Location
Klein, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, April 26, 2026
- Location
- Klein, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 13.1 Miles, 1K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 4,659
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K brings a slice of small-town Texas to Klein each April. With around 475 finishers and runners from four states, it’s a low-key affair that still draws a faithful 8% repeat rate. The course is all paved roads, flat as a pancake—perfect for a PR or a relaxed long run.
The race is part of the Run Houston! Spring Series and benefits local charities through All Community Events. Organizers keep it simple: finishers get a medal, a custom shirt of their choosing, and—the real draw—doughnuts at the line. Spectators are sparse but the community feel is genuine.
Expect warm, humid weather typical of Houston-area springs, with temps often in the 70s or 80s. The flat terrain and small field make it an accessible option for first-timers or anyone chasing a fast half without the big-city crowds. It’s a hidden gem for those who value character over spectacle.
Race-provided description
Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist - 4/26/2026 Houston, TX. Use #RunHoustonRaceSeries, #VintageHalfMarathon, #Vintage5K and #VintageRun when sharing your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change before the event. All official information is on the event's website TXRuns.com.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
Choose Your Event Shirt
Start Location
Klein High School, Klein, TX, 77379
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick597 years running
~490 finishers a year
growing or steady
12% returning runners
5 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 8 states
winner 1:27:23
typical high 79°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
65°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.3"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
80%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4,659 finishers actually crossed the line across 7 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
4,659
Median time
2:24:13
Latest turnout
522
States
34
Turnout by year
2017–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist?
The Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist is held on Sunday, April 26, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist take place?
It takes place in Klein, Texas.
What distances does the Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 13.1 Miles, 1K.
Is the Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist course flat and good for a PR?
The Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4,659 runners who have completed the Vintage Half Marathon, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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