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Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston

Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston is a running race on October 31, 2027 in Sugar Land, TX, with entry fees from $15 to $85.

Date
October 31, 2027 (352 days to go)
Price
$15–$85
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

💀🌺 Day of the Dead Half Marathon – 2027
Celebrate life, honor memories, and experience the vibrant spirit of Día de los Muertos at the Day of the Dead Half Marathon! Whether you're taking on the half marathon or cheering from the sidelines, expect a festive race filled with colorful traditions, music, and plenty of race-day excitement.

🎺 NEW for 2027! 
In cities where available, mariachi bands will welcome runners at the starting line, performing live music beginning one hour before the race starts.

🎭 Costume Contest
Bring the spirit of Día de los Muertos to life with your most creative and colorful costume! Show off your calavera makeup, traditional attire, and festive designs during our pre-race costume contest. A winner will be selected and awarded a special prize before the race begins.

Come celebrate Day of the Dead with a memorable race experience! 💀🌺

Events

Kids Dash$15
1 Mile Run$25
Volunteer then Run$30
5k Run 3.1 Miles$55
Quarter Marathon 6.55 miles$55
Half Marathon 13.1 miles$85

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

78°

Typical Low

57°

Chance of Rain

18%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Sugar Land, 11 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:34 AMSunset 6:36 PMDaylight 11h 2m

About Sugar Land, TX

Population

109,735

as of 2023

City Elevation

75 ft

Nearest Airport

HOU

William P. Hobby Airport · 23 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

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Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

352

Days to train

Race
Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston
Date
October 31, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston?
Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston is a running race held in Sugar Land, Texas on October 31, 2027. 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 Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston?
Sunday, October 31, 2027 in Sugar Land, Texas at 18427 SW Freeway. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston

Oct 31, 2027

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