Boo Run 5K 2026

The Boo Dash 5K is a Halloween fun run hosted at the Clear Lake Recreation and Community Center on Diana Lane in Houston, located near El Camino and Bay Area Boulevard. The Kids K begins the events, followed by the 5K for adults and teens, which starts near sunset, lending the race a Halloween-evening atmosphere without being frightening. Participants are welcome to wear family-friendly costumes, and the event features a costume contest, treats, and finisher medals. Well-behaved pets are also permitted, resulting in a diverse field of runners, children, parents, costumes, and dogs, distinct from a typical road race crowd. The course winds through the adjacent neighborhood and Exploration Green before concluding back at the rec center. This race is part of the CLCCA Monster 3 Event Bash, encouraging many attendees to remain for the Fall Festival. The festival includes a petting zoo, train rides, pumpkins, popcorn, inflatables, trunk-or-treating, a haunted house, crafts, games, food trucks, local vendors, and seasonal treats. After dark, the Glow the Green event illuminates the Exploration Green path with over 300 luminary lights and includes interactive stations for children. Running Alliance Sport manages the race, with proceeds benefiting the INEOS ICAN Foundation.