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Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Location
- 800 Bay St N, Texas City, TX, 77590
Dec 05 Saturday, 2026
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When and where is Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile?
Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Texas City, 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 $30 to $120 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 5, 2026.
Texas City Half Marathon race guide
The Texas City Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and mile runs Saturday, December 5, 2026, on roads closed to traffic along Galveston Bay. Its tagline is “Run the Dike. Finish in the Park”: the half runs 11 miles beside the bay, then two miles in Rainbow Park. It’s part of the Lone Star Race Series.
- Course
- Flat, along Galveston Bay
- Half & 10K start
- 7:00 a.m.
- Finish closes
- 10:30 a.m.
- Half pace limit
- 16:00 per mile
- Wheelchair
- Push-rim and handcycle
- Series
- Lone Star Race Series
Texas City Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Texas City Half Marathon?
Saturday, December 5, 2026. The half and 10K start at 7 a.m., the 5K at 7:15 and the mile and kids half at 10.
How much does the Texas City Half Marathon cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: Half Marathon - Age Group $120 ($130 from December 1); Half Marathon - Guardians $120 ($130 from December 1); Half Marathon - AWD - Handcycles / Hand Crank $120 ($130 from December 1); Half Marathon - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim $120 ($130 from December 1); Half Marathon - AWD - Para Runner $120 ($130 from December 1); 10K - Age Group $55 ($60 from December 1); 10K - Guardians $55 ($60 from December 1); 10K - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim $55 ($60 from December 1). 6 more entries are listed in the events table. Prices in parentheses are the next RunSignup tier.
What is the Texas City Half course like?
Flat and fast on roads closed to traffic, with views of Galveston Bay and the Texas City Dike. The half covers 11 miles beside the bay and finishes with two miles in Rainbow Park.
What is the time limit?
The finish line closes at 10:30 a.m., and half marathoners must hold a 16-minute-mile average or may be pulled.
Are there wheelchair divisions?
Yes: handcycle and push-rim wheelchair in the half, push-rim in the 10K and 5K, plus para runner and guide entries.
Where is packet pickup?
Thursday and Friday, December 3–4, noon–7 p.m. at Sun & Ski Sports, Baybrook Square, Webster. Race-morning pickup (an add-on) opens at 5 a.m. at the Jaycee Pavilion in Bay Street Park.
Where do you park?
Legal street parking on 7th–11th Avenues N. west of Bay Street, with school overflow near 15th Avenue N. No parking on Bay Street, in Bay Street Park, on Skyline Drive or on the Dike.
Can I defer my entry?
Fees are non-refundable and runner-to-runner transfers aren’t allowed. You can defer one year through RunSignup at least two weeks before the race, with a 30% fee the next year.
Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against Texas City Half Marathon, Texas City Half: FAQs, Texas City Half: packet pickup, Texas City Half: weather and policies and RunSignup: Texas City Half Marathon. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon - Age Group | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $120.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| Half Marathon - Guardians | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $120.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| Half Marathon - AWD - Handcycles / Hand Crank | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $120.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| Half Marathon - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $120.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| Half Marathon - AWD - Para Runner | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $120.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| Pace Group Leaders | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until Dec 3, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 4, 2026 |
| 10K - Age Group | 6.2 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $55.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 10K - Guardians | 6.2 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $55.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 10K - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim | 6.2 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $55.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 10K - AWD - Para Runner | 6.2 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $55.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| VIRTUAL Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $70.00 until Dec 5, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| VIRTUAL 10K | 6.2 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $50.00 until Dec 5, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 5K - Age Group | 3.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:15 AM | $45.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 5K - Guardians | 3.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:15 AM | $45.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 5K - AWD - Wheelchairs / Push-Rim | 3.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:15 AM | $45.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 5K - AWD - Para Runner | 3.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:15 AM | $45.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| VIRTUAL 5K | 3.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:30 AM | $45.00 until Dec 5, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| The Mile | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 10:00 AM | $30.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| Kids Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 10:00 AM | $30.00 until Nov 30, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| VIRTUAL Mile | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 10:00 AM | $30.00 until Dec 5, 2026 | Opens Jan 12, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Texas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile
Experience one of Texas’s most unique running events at the Texas City Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Mile! Enjoy flat, fast courses, sweeping views of Galveston Bay, and the iconic Texas City Dike—all on roads closed to vehicle traffic.
Whether you're chasing a personal best or enjoying the miles, celebrate your finish with custom medals, great food, refreshments, and an energetic finish line atmosphere. Four distances. One unforgettable race day.
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