Entry Fee
$20.00 – $55.00
Events
10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk, Kids 1K
On October 10, 2026, the Houston Heights Fun Run takes place at Marmion Park in Houston, Texas. The event offers three distances: a 10K, 5K, and kids 1K, welcoming both runners and walkers. The race starts at 7:00 AM, giving you an early morning event to fit into your travel schedule. Entry fees range from $20 to $55 depending on the distance and registration timing. If you're traveling to Houston for this October race and need accommodation near Marmion Park, you'll want a hotel within easy reach of the venue for a convenient pre-race night and early morning departure.
From the Race Organizer
This year marks the 41st Annual Houston Heights Fun Run hosted by the Houston Heights Association. The Houston Heights Fun Run will be held on Saturday October 10, 2026 ! The event started in 1985 and despite everything, has not missed a year! 🔥The 10K and 5K races are both USATF Certified and the codes are TX17062LAB and TX17061LAB, respectively. This is a blazing fast, flat course with only 1 turn for the 5K and 3 turns for the 10K. PR CITY! 🏃♀️➡️🏃♂️➡️ 5K,10K and Kids 1K Race 🗓️Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 📍Event Location: Marmion Park, 1800 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX 77008 🧾 R ace Day Schedule: Saturday, October 10, 2026 5:30AM - Paid race morning packet pick-up @ Marmion 6:45AM - Pre-Race Stretching begins @ Starting Line hosted by a Special Guest! 7:00AM - 10K Run begins @ Starting Line 7:15AM - 5K Run begins @ Starting Line 7:20AM - 5K Walk begins @ Starting Line 8:00AM - Kids 1K begins @ Starting Line 8:00AM - After Party starts @ Marmion Park 8:30AM - Awards 🗺️ Course Information: Heights Boulevard will be closed to passing traffic with patrolling deputies from Precinct 1 Constables Office. 10K Route: Starts at Marmion Park (18th Street) and will loop at 18th Street to complete the 5K Route TWICE ending at Marmion Park. 5K Route: Starts at Marmion Park (18th Street), continues & turns around at 5th Street, and Stops at Marmion Park. 1K Route: Starts at Marmion Park (18th Street), continues & turns around at 15th Street, and Stops at Marmion Park. 🏅 Awards: Awards will be handed out at the After-Party at Marmion Park starting at 8:30AM . Awards will be given to 1st Overall Male and Female, 1st Overall Masters (40+) Male and Female, and Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female Finishers of each age group in increments of 5 years in the 5K Run and in the 10K Run. Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female Kids 1K finishers will also receive an award (no age groups for Kids 1K). Shirt Deadline Information: The shirt guarantee is Friday, September 25 . Registrations placed after this date are not guaranteed a shirt. Due to limited inventory and production timelines, shirts will be available only while supplies last — you may not receive one. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. After Party Information: Post-Race, we will have an After-Party at Marmion Park with local community vendors/sponsors- more details to come! Additional Information: ❓If you would like to sponsor or have any questions/concerns, please email funrun@houstonheights.org 😇Please visit our VOLUNTEER page if you can help out! We cannot put this event on without the amazing support of our volunteers!
Houston Heights Fun Run: 5K, 10K and Kids 1K 2026 — Houston, TX
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When is Houston Heights Fun Run: 5K, 10K and Kids 1K 2026 — Houston, TX?
Houston Heights Fun Run: 5K, 10K and Kids 1K 2026 — Houston, TX takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in Houston, Texas.
Where is Houston Heights Fun Run: 5K, 10K and Kids 1K 2026 — Houston, TX held?
Houston Heights Fun Run: 5K, 10K and Kids 1K 2026 — Houston, TX is held at Marmion Park in Houston, Texas.
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