
From the Organizer
We love the 4th of July so much that we celebrate Independence Day the week before. Join us on Saturday, June 27th, 2026, for the 10th annual Independence Day 8K!
We run for freedom, and we run for fun!
The Independence Day 8K is the 6th race in the Houston Holiday Series!
Events
Weather
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
92°
Typical Low
76°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Houston-Port, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Independence Day 8K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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Less than a mile away
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Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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)
Independence Day 8K
Jun 27, 2026