
From the Organizer
Get ready to make a difference at the Sickle Cell Houston Walk! We're walking towards a future filled with hope, possibilities, and potentially curative therapies and more medication options for those living with sickle cell disease. Our mission is to provide with families with credible information, community, and, respect they deserve. With your support, we can get closer to eradicating sickle cell disease. Let's join forces at the largest awareness fundraiser and take one step closer to the finish line!
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
89°
Typical Low
71°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Houston-Port, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
2,300,419
as of 2023
City 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 SICKLE CELL HOUSTON'S AMAZING WALK 5k/1k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
94
Days to train
Coming Up
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4 miles away
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Less than a mile away
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3 miles away
Barrio Dogs Tails & Trails 2026
2 miles 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)
SICKLE CELL HOUSTON'S AMAZING WALK 5k/1k
Sep 19, 2026