Explore The Falls Race – Presented by AutoNation Ford Katy 2026 — Spring, TX

Date
November 7, 2026
Location
Spring, TX
Venue
31220 Birnham Woods Drive
Start Time
7:30 AM
Sunrise
6:39 AM
Entry Fee
$26.00 – $51.00
Events
Chick-fil-a Grand Parkway North 1K Kids Run/Walk, First Financial Bank 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, 2 Mile Run/Walk (no age group awards)
Includes
T-Shirt
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Explore The Falls Race takes place at 31220 Birnham Woods Drive in Spring, Texas on November 7, 2026. The event offers multiple distances to suit different fitness levels and goals: a 1K, 2 miles, 5K, and 10K. The race starts at 7:30 AM, giving runners an early morning window to complete their event. Entry fees range from $26 to $51 depending on registration timing and distance selected. Whether you're training for a longer distance or looking for a shorter local race, this event provides flexibility across four distance options. Spring offers several accommodation choices within driving distance of the venue, making it easy to arrange lodging before race day.

From the Race Organizer
Explore The Falls Race is the perfect balance of road and trail racing that navigates around Lake Holcomb and the streets of The Falls at Imperial Oaks community. Send the kids off and watch them finish their 1k run before you begin your own race. Whether you participate in the 5K or challenge yourself for a little more trail running on the 10K course, kick off your day running in our community and honoring Veterans. Kids 1K Course is an out and back, all on a safe, blocked off road. The 5K Course is 1 mile road, 1 mile gravel/grass/trail, 1 mile road (out and back). The 10K Course is 1 mile road, 4 miles trail, 1 mile road . The 2 mile walk/run option will be only on concrete road (out and back). The 5K and 10K run on the same roads and trails. The 5K race turns around at the 1.55 mile mark and the 10K continues on to run around Lake Holcomb then returns back on the same road (Imperial Promenade). See maps HERE. 7:30 - Kids 1K Race (12&Under) 7:45 - 10K Start 7:50 - 5K Start 7:51 - 2-mile walk Start Included with your registration: ***Race Photos Included*** Event Shirt Finisher Medal On-course nutrition Race bib Age group awards "Swag Bag" with items and coupons from our sponsors Race Expo ***** Registrations after Thursday, October 16th will NOT be guaranteed shirt size* ***** Race Week Info: Packet Pick Up #1 TBD Packet Pick Up #2 TBD Race Day Schedule: 6:30 Volunteer Meeting 7:30 Kids 1K 7:45 10K (or shortly after kids 1k clears the course) 7:50 5K 7:51 2-mile Walk 9:00ish Kids 1K Awards 9:05ish 5K & 10K Awards 10:00 Course Closes 10:00 Expo Closes On course nutrition: There is no water provided for the Kids 1k and 2-mile walk. You will be able to access the hydration station twice on the 5K (mile 1.3 and 1.8) and three times on the 10K (mile 1.3, 2.5, 4.7). The biggest gap without water would be between mile 2.5 & 4.7 leaving roughly 2 miles without hydration. Plan your race accordingly.

Course & Travel Notes

Explore The Falls Race takes place in Spring, Texas on November 7, 2026, with races starting at 7:30 AM, giving you about 50 minutes of daylight before sunrise at 6:40 AM. The venue sits at 128 feet elevation, and you can expect typical November weather with highs around 73°F and lows around 52°F, with a 25% chance of measurable rain. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is conveniently located just 8 miles from the race venue, making it straightforward to arrange your arrival.

⛰️ 128 ft elevation☀️ Typically 73°F / 52°F · 25% chance of rain✈️ George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) — 8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Explore The Falls Race – Presented by AutoNation Ford Katy 2026 — Spring, TX?

Explore The Falls Race – Presented by AutoNation Ford Katy 2026 — Spring, TX takes place on November 7, 2026. The race is held in Spring, Texas.

Where is Explore The Falls Race – Presented by AutoNation Ford Katy 2026 — Spring, TX held?

Explore The Falls Race – Presented by AutoNation Ford Katy 2026 — Spring, TX is held at 31220 Birnham Woods Drive in Spring, Texas.

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