Independence Day 8K
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Event details
The Independence Day 8K is scheduled for June 27, 2026, in Houston, Texas. The event is the 10th annual running of the race and is the sixth race in the Houston Holiday Series. Race categories listed include:
- 8K Run
- 5K Run
- Kids/Family 1K
- Virtual 8K
- Virtual 5K
The event page also lists an award ceremony on race day and results and photos will be available after the race.
Logistics and awards
The event location is Meyerland Plaza, 8650 Endicott Ln, Houston, TX 77096. A packet pick-up is scheduled before race day at Sun & Ski Sports, 6100 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77057. Race day packet pick-up for packets and shirts is offered for a fee of $15. Free participant parking is available at the surface lot at the corner of Endicott and Jackwood.
Awards include Top 3 Overall Male and Female, Top 3 Masters Overall Male and Female, and first-place age group winners in 10-year age divisions. Age group awards must be claimed on race day at the awards tent; unclaimed awards can be shipped to participants at a cost of $9.95. Age group award details are subject to change. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.