Organized by the Houston Striders, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to community wellness and charitable outreach, the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K is a premier running event in Houston. The race offers participants a scenic route through downtown Houston, including stretches along Allen Parkway, with generous time limits accommodating both runners and walkers. Participants receive a tech shirt, finisher’s medal, free race photos, and enjoy a lively post-race party featuring complimentary Saint Arnold beer and IHOP pancakes. The event also supports local charities through the Kind Stride Program, which matches donations made by participants.
Races
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10 km
Race Date:
26 October, 2025
Scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2025, this USATF-certified half marathon is organized by the Houston Striders, a nonprofit dedicated to community wellness. The race starts and finishes at Sam Houston Park, 1111 Bagby Street, Houston, TX, featuring a fast, mostly flat single-loop course through downtown Houston and along Allen Parkway.
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FAQs
What is the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
How long is the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
Where does the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
Scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2025, this USATF-certified half marathon is organized by the Houston Striders, a nonprofit dedicated to community wellness. The race starts and finishes at Sam Houston Park, 1111 Bagby Street, Houston, TX, featuring a fast, mostly flat single-loop course through downtown Houston and along Allen Parkway.
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon is 21km long.
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon elevation gain is 98.45 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
Scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2025, this USATF-certified half marathon is organized by the Houston Striders, a nonprofit dedicated to community wellness. The race starts and finishes at Sam Houston Park, 1111 Bagby Street, Houston, TX, featuring a fast, mostly flat single-loop course through downtown Houston and along Allen Parkway.
How long is the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon take place?
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
The UTHealth Houston Half Marathon elevation gain is 98.45 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the UTHealth Houston Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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