Run for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 1000 Bagby, Houston, TX
- Distance
- 5K (Timed) · 1Miler – Untimed (ages 12 and Under; Children under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult/guardian) · 1Miler – Untimed (ages 13 and Up) & more
From the Organizer
The Run for the House is a family-friendly USATF-Certified competitive 5K and non-competitive 1 Miler. Registered participants receive a race shirt, medal, swag bag. After the run, join us at Sam Houston Park for the After Party. Take a selfie with Santa, create awesome crafts, play fun games, refuel with delicious food and drinks, and see if you won an award!
7AM - On Site Registration
8AM - 8:15AM - Races begin
8:45-10AM - After Party
WHY WE RUN: To support families with children receiving care in the Medical Center for a serious illness or injury. We provide a home away from home for these families.
Learn about the Diaz Family story and how the run came to be! https://youtu.be/cc5zUskTOzw
Join us to support Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston! Founded in 1978, the mission of RMHC Greater Houston is to offer a home away from home providing care, compassion, and hope to families with seriously ill children being treated in Texas Medical Center member institutions. The House provides a place to find rest and respite, activities, meals, and snacks for our families, at no cost.
We serve children and families at four locations:
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Holcombe House - 70 Bedrooms
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Texas Children's Hospital - 19 Bedrooms
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Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital - 20 Bedrooms
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MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital - 2 Bedrooms
In addition to our Houses, RMHC Greater Houston also has a CareMobile that goes to local communities to provide immunizations and well checks for school aged children.
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5K and Kids1 Miler | DECEMBER 6, 2025 | SAM HOUSTON PARK
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USATF-certified 5K run/walk/roll
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Competitive runners, fun runners and walkers, families with children are welcome!
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All registered participants will receive a finisher medal, event t-shirt, and other great SWAG generously donated by our sponsors.
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100% of the proceeds benefit the children and families of RMHC Greater Houston.
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Up to $50,000 will be generously matched, dollar for dollar, by the Trafigura Foundation!
5K Pricing Schedule:
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Early Bird Pricing - $35
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Open Registration Pricing - $40 per person
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Last Call Pricing - $45 per person
1 Miler Pricing Schedule (Kids):
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Early Bird Pricing - $25
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Open Registration Pricing - $30
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Last Call Pricing - $35
1 Miler Pricing Schedule (Adults):
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Early Bird Pricing - $35
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Open Registration Pricing - $40
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Last Call Pricing - $45
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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180
Days to train
- Race
- Run for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 1000 Bagby, Houston, TX
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler?
- Run for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler 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 Run for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Houston, Texas at 1000 Bagby, Houston, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler
Dec 5, 2026