Memorial Day Run
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Event details
The Memorial Day Run takes place on May 25, 2026, in Houston, Texas. The event is the fifth race in a local Holiday Series. It includes in-person and virtual distance options and honors U.S. military personnel who gave their lives in service.
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids + Family 1K
- Virtual 5K
- Virtual 10K
- Virtual Half Marathon
Course, location and awards
The main venue is St. Thomas High School, 4500 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77007. Course formats use loops: the half marathon is two loops, and the 10K and 5K are one loop each; the Kids/Family option is a 1K walk. Free parking is available at the St. Thomas High School parking garage off Memorial Drive; participants are asked to follow event parking signs and directions from officers.
Awards include top 3 overall male and female, top 3 masters overall male and female, and 1st place age group winners in 10-year divisions. Age group awards must be claimed on race day at the awards tent. Awards not claimed on race day can be shipped for a $9.95 fee. Packet pickup is listed for May 23, 2026, at Sun & Ski Sports, 6100 Westheimer Rd, Houston. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.