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Art Car IPA 5K presented by UHD
- Date
- Sunday, April 4, 2027
Apr 04 Sunday, 2027
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When and where is Art Car IPA 5K presented by UHD?
Art Car IPA 5K presented by UHD is on Sunday, April 4, 2027 in Houston, Texas. The first event starts at 8:30 AM local time. Distances: 5K. Current entry fees run $40 to $60 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Apr 4, 2027.
Art Car IPA 5K race guide
The Art Car IPA 5K presented by UHD starts and finishes at Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Texas’ oldest craft brewery, in Houston on Sunday, April 4, 2027, at 8:30 a.m. Runners get a Thunderbird finisher medal, a pint glass and three Saint Arnold drinks at the post-race bash.
- Date
- Sunday, April 4, 2027
- Venue
- Saint Arnold Brewing Co.
- Start
- 8:30 a.m.
- Distance
- 5K
- 2027 medal
- Thunderbird
- Race-day pickup
- None
Art Car IPA 5K FAQ
When and where is the Art Car IPA 5K?
Sunday, April 4, 2027, at Saint Arnold Brewing Company, 2000 Lyons Ave., Houston. Doors open at 7 a.m., the 5K starts at 8:30, the post-race bash at 8:45, awards at 9:45 and the event closes at 11.
How much does the Art Car IPA 5K cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: Art Car IPA 5K (Includes the Party Pass) $60 ($65 from January 1); Art Car IPA Party Pass (Does not include the run) $40. Prices in parentheses are the next RunSignup tier.
What do Art Car IPA 5K runners get?
A gender-specific technical shirt, the 2027 finisher medal (a Thunderbird, part of the race’s historic-car medal series), a commemorative pint glass, three Saint Arnold drinks (beer, root beer, hop water or cider), a breakfast burrito and live music. A Party Pass gets the glass and drinks without the run.
Is there race-day packet pickup?
No. Everyone, including Party Pass holders, must pick up in advance; 2027 pickup dates and places haven’t been posted yet (the race usually holds five or six). Mailing is available if you sign up by March 12, 2027.
Where do I park for the Art Car IPA 5K?
Free parking is in the Daly Street lot at UHD, 501 N. Main St., about a mile’s walk to the brewery; there’s no shuttle this year and very little brewery parking. Strollers are welcome at the back; dogs aren’t allowed. Bring ID for beer; there’s no bag check.
What awards are there?
Top overall and masters men and women, the top three in each age group by chip time, plus fastest-club and largest-club awards for run clubs.
Can I get a refund?
No refunds or deferrals, rain or shine, but you can transfer your registration through RunSignup’s Manage Registration.
Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against Art Car IPA 5K (official site), Art Car 5K FAQ and RunSignup: Art Car IPA 5K. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Car IPA 5K (Includes the Party Pass) | 5K | Apr 4, 2027, 8:30 AM | $60.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Apr 13, 2026 · Closes Apr 3, 2027 |
| Art Car IPA Party Pass (Does not include the run) | — | Apr 4, 2027, 8:30 AM | $40.00 until Apr 4, 2027 | Opens Apr 13, 2026 · Closes Apr 4, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Art Car IPA 5K presented by UHD
LET’S GET ART CAR WEEK ROLLIN’ & RUNNING!
Mark your calendar and register for the Art Car IPA 5K presented by the University of Houston Downtown on Sunday, April 4, 2027, at Texas' oldest craft brewery — Saint Arnold Brewing Company. Get funky, get creative and show us your artistic talent as we party and revel in the art of running and drinking the best in Texas craft beer!
Race registration includes a sweet, gender specific dry fit style shirt, an Art Car IPA 5K finisher medal, finisher pint glass and your choice of three Saint Arnold beverages to fill it!
Don’t want to run or walk and just want to party? Yeah, that’s cool too…and we’ve got you covered with the Party Pass option! With this you get the finisher pint glass and three Saint Arnold beverages to fill it and the ability to join the party!
Saint Arnold’s Art Car IPA beer debuted in August 2015 and was inspired by a fleet of hand painted Art Cars which were created by local artists for the brewery and the label artwork was designed by renowned Houston graffiti artist GONZO247, who has painted four Saint Arnold Art Cars. This hip-hop inspired artist perfectly created a brand worthy of a run that will have you running, sipping and then getting groovy on the dance floor at the post race rave (we mean party!).
For complete race details visit www.artcar5k.com!
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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