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Great Houston Pie Run
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
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When and where is Great Houston Pie Run?
Great Houston Pie Run is on Saturday, November 21, 2026 in Houston, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: kids run, 5K, 10K and half marathon. Current entry fees run $30 to $125 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Nov 22, 2026.
Great Houston Pie Run race guide
The Great Houston Pie Run is a half marathon, 10K, 5K and kids 1K on Saturday, November 21, 2026, the Saturday before Thanksgiving, starting at 2044 E. T.C. Jester Blvd. Finishers get a beer and a mini pie along with a medal and shirt. It’s the 8th race of the Houston Holiday Series.
- Start
- 2044 E. T.C. Jester Blvd
- Half start
- 7:00 a.m.
- Half time limit
- 3.5 hours
- Finish line
- Beer and mini pie
- Half & 10K
- 2 loops
- Series
- Houston Holiday Series
Great Houston Pie Run FAQ
When is the Great Houston Pie Run?
Saturday, November 21, 2026. Adaptive athletes start the half at 6:57 a.m., the half at 7, adaptive 10K and 5K at 7:27, the 10K and 5K at 7:30, awards at 9 and the kids and family 1K at 9:15.
How much does the Great Houston Pie Run cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: Half Marathon Run $125; 10K Run $65; 5K Run $55.
What do Pie Run finishers get?
A beer and a mini pie at the finish, plus a commemorative medal and a shirt for every registered runner.
What is the Pie Run course?
The half and 10K are two loops and the 5K one loop from the start at 2044 E. T.C. Jester Blvd. Water and electrolytes are about every 1.5–2 miles and restrooms about every 2.
What is the Pie Run time limit?
3½ hours for the half and 2 hours for the 10K and 5K. Walking is welcome.
Where is Pie Run packet pickup?
Thursday, November 19, 3–8 p.m. and Friday, November 20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at Sun & Ski Sports in Memorial City Mall (inside Dillard’s). Race-day pickup costs $15.
Can I get a refund or defer?
No refunds. You can transfer, switch distance or go virtual until two weeks out, or defer once to a race within 12 months, for $9.95 plus fees.
Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against Great Houston Pie Run, RunSignup: Great Houston Pie Run, Pie Run: courses and Pie Run: FAQ. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PACER | 13.1 Miles | Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Jun 19, 2026 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| GUIDE - Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Jun 15, 2026 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| Half Marathon Run | 13.1 Miles | Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 AM | $125.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| Virtual Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 AM | $125.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Nov 22, 2026 |
| GUIDE - 10K | 10K | Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 AM | $0.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Jun 15, 2026 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| GUIDE - 5K | 5K | Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 AM | $0.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Jun 15, 2026 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| 10K Run | 10K | Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 AM | $65.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| 5K Run | 5K | Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 AM | $55.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
| Virtual 10K | 10K | Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 AM | $65.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Nov 22, 2026 |
| Virtual 5K | 5K | Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 AM | $55.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Nov 22, 2026 |
| Kids & Family 1K | 1K | Nov 21, 2026, 9:30 AM | $30.00 until Nov 21, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Nov 21, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Great Houston Pie Run
DO YOU EAT DESSERT BEFORE DINNER? SO DO WE!!!
Don’t want to get up early on Thanksgiving Day? The Great Houston Pie Run is for you!
Enjoy beer, pie, a timed race, and best of all - no guilt for sleeping in on Thanksgiving Day!
This race marks number 8 on the Houston Holiday Series track!
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