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Heatwave Half Marathon5K/10K - Houston
- Date
- Sunday, August 1, 2027
- Location
- TBD, Houston, TX, 77002
Aug 01 Sunday, 2027
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When and where is Heatwave Half Marathon5K/10K - Houston?
Heatwave Half Marathon5K/10K - Houston is on Sunday, August 1, 2027 in Houston, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: kids run, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K and half marathon. Current entry fees run $17 to $55 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Aug 1, 2027.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Dash | 50m | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $17.00 until Aug 1, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
| 1 Mile | 1 Miles | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $22.00 until Aug 1, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
| 5K | 5K | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $33.00 until Apr 27, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
| 10K | 10K | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $33.00 until Apr 27, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
| Half-Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $55.00 until Feb 2, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
| Virtual Race | Virtual | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $42.00 until Aug 1, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
| Volunteer Then Run | — | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $17.00 until Aug 1, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Aug 1, 2027, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until Aug 1, 2027 | Opens Oct 1, 2026 · Closes Aug 1, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Heatwave Half Marathon5K/10K - Houston
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!
A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes –
- Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing with live results and awards
- Free photos
- FREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool off
- Plenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one!
Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17!
Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!)
Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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