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Houston's 12K of Christmas
- Date
- Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Location
- 1000 Bagby St., Houston, TX, 77002
Dec 19 Saturday, 2026
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When and where is Houston's 12K of Christmas?
Houston's 12K of Christmas is on Saturday, December 19, 2026 in Houston, Texas. The first event starts at 7:30 AM local time. Distances: kids run. Current entry fees run $25 to $60 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 19, 2026.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GUIDE - 6K | 6K | Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 AM | $0.00 until Dec 19, 2026 | Opens Jun 16, 2026 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
| GUIDE - 12K | 12K | Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 AM | $0.00 until Dec 19, 2026 | Opens Jun 16, 2026 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
| 6K Run | 6K | Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 AM | $50.00 until Dec 4, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
| 12K Run | 12K | Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 AM | $60.00 until Dec 4, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
| Kids & Family 1K | 1K | Dec 19, 2026, 9:30 AM | $25.00 until Dec 4, 2026 | Opens Dec 25, 2025 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
| Virtual 6K | 6K | Dec 19, 2026, 9:30 AM | $50.00 until Dec 4, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
| Virtual 12K | 12K | Dec 19, 2026, 9:30 AM | $60.00 until Dec 4, 2026 | Opens Dec 29, 2025 · Closes Dec 19, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Houston's 12K of Christmas
2026 represents our 14th year of spreading holiday cheer through running! It's been fun! This year is sure to be the best yet so register now to reserve your spot in Houston's Christmas Running Tradition: Houston's 12K of Christmas!
Don’t miss this fun, Christmas-themed Houston 12K & 6K run that the whole family can enjoy! We will have hot cocoa, appearances by jolly old St. Nick and his elves, Christmas carolers, and much more holiday fun! This race also concludes our Houston Holiday Series coming in at number 9. How many races did you run?!
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