‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Distance
- A Charlie Brown Christmas 5K · A Charlie Brown Christmas 10K · Snoopy Dash - Kids Age 12 and Under, Untimed & more
From the Organizer
Join us as we celebrate five amazing years of timeless holiday cheer, iconic characters, and heartwarming tradition on Saturday, December 5th at the Addicks Park and Ride right off of I-10 in the Energy Corridor District (Flat and Fast, Out-And-Back Course on Park Row Drive and a short drive from the Houston Inner Loop / Katy). The Snoopy Kids Dash kicks off the event at 8:00am followed by the 10K at 8:15am and the 5K at 8:20am.
ALL participants will receive festive top-notch, Officially Licensed Peanuts® finisher snow globe medal, participant bib, and performance blend t-shirt. There will also be an appearance by Santa and Post-Race Refreshments! So, come out and show everyone your best holiday attire and spirit! Spread the joy of the holidays on event day by donating a new toy to the Memorial Assistance Ministries 'Christmas Share' program for Houston families in need.
Don't wait long to join the fun! This event will be very limited to the first 2,000 participants and an early sell-out is expected as we have sold out 4 straight years! This event is a part of the ongoing ‘Peanuts® Event Series’, with over 125,000 participants that have participated in the series across all 50 U.S. States!⏰
© 2025 Peanuts Worldwide LLC @snoopy #snoopy
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
67°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Houston-Port, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Houston, TX
Population
2,300,419
as of 2023
Elevation
52 ft
Nearest Airport
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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- Race
- ‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)
- Date
- December 5, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the ‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)?
- ‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX) is a running race held in Houston, Texas on December 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the ‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Houston, Texas at Start Line Location: Addicks Park and Ride (Energy Corridor, Right Off I-10) - Flat and Fast Course on Park Row Drive, Houston, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the ‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)
Dec 5, 2026