Courses de 5K près de Galveston

The Day of the Dead Half Marathon takes place on a fall morning at Stewart Beach, located at 401 Seawall Blvd in Galveston, Texas. Bigfoot Running Company organizes this event, which features a Dia de los Muertos theme. Participants can select from a Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, Quarter Marathon, or Half Marathon. Packet pickup occurs before the start of the races. The Kids Dash begins first, followed by the main races after the National Anthem is sung. The event is structured as a beach-side running party rather than a standard road race. A costume contest is held before the start, and a live DJ announces participant names. All finishers receive medals and soft t-shirts, and Bigfoot Trophy awards complement the organizer's Bigfoot theme. Aid stations are positioned along the course. After completing their race, runners can access snacks, drinks, and a post-race rally tent. The event is geared towards families, offering youth pricing for participants aged 12 and under in the 5K and Quarter Marathon, along with group discounts and opportunities to volunteer before running.

Galveston Ultra Trail takes place on Galveston Island, Texas, with the Gulf of Mexico bordering the course instead of a road shoulder or forest trail. Trail Racing Over Texas is the organizer. The event offers distances from a 1 Mile Walk, Kids Run, 5K run/walk, and 5K ruck, up to a 10K, half marathon, 50K relay, and a 50K ultra. The course features miles of open beach, with hard-packed sand suitable for consistent running and ocean views throughout. The 50K is a point-to-point race across the island. Shorter distances offer the same coastal experience for walkers, ruckers, new runners, relay teams, and ultra runners.

Spooky Sprint- Houston is a Halloween-themed running event in Houston offering distances for nearly every type of participant: 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids Dash, a virtual race, and a Volunteer then Run option. The main in-person races use chip timing with live results and awards. The 1 Mile is untimed and intended for a relaxed fun run. Participants receive race items such as a designer shirt, custom bib, and finisher medal. Longer race registrations specify these items clearly. The event emphasizes the family aspect of Halloween running. The Kids Dash is a short, untimed run for children 10 and under, including a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and kids’ medal for registered children. Children can also run it without charge if they forgo the swag. Youth pricing is available for the 5K and 10K. Free race photos are included, and treats are available at the finish line. Those unable to attend in Houston can select the virtual option and still receive the event swag.

The Daily News Press Run in Galveston uses certified courses on the Galveston Causeway for its 5K and 10K races. This local, annual event offers a Kids K, in-person 5K and 10K races, and virtual 5K and 10K options. It also features a “Race from Pillow” donation entry that includes a shirt, and a donation-only option for those wishing to support the cause without participating in a race. The race supports the Newspapers In Education program, which provides teachers with newspaper-based materials to enhance reading comprehension, critical thinking, and the connection between classroom learning and the world. The Kids K receives sponsorship from Whataburger. The event also includes a book character costume contest, vendor booths, music, and food, emphasizing literacy and community alongside the running. Participants park in the Target lot on Broadway and take shuttle buses to the race start.

The Galveston Island Turkey Trot is an annual 5K run and walk on Galveston Island, Texas. It starts on the island’s famous Seawall and offers runners a flat route with open Gulf Coast views. The finish is in front of Menard Park, near the beach side of town. The event is part of a local race series, and its short distance and walk-friendly format make it a simple holiday run for families, casual runners, and anyone wanting a coastal 5K before the rest of the day starts.

Ce 5K et ce 10K, pour sa 46ème édition, se déroulent en même temps que le Annual Lampasas Spring Ho Festival. Les bénéfices sont reversés aux bourses d'études de la communauté de Lampasas et à des associations locales. Tu peux aussi gagner des points pour le Centex Race Series. Les 200 premiers participants recevront un sac coureur. Le 10K est surnommé le 'Toughest 10K in Texas'. Des portions du parcours seront ouvertes à la circulation.

Santa's Sleigh 5K & Kids 1K is a December holiday run in Friendswood, Texas, held at DICK'S House of Sport at Baybrook Mall. The main event is a chip-timed 5K with a two-hour limit, and the shorter 1K gives kids their own race before the 5K begins. The 5K follows an out-and-back course starting and finishing at DICK'S House of Sport, circling part of the Baybrook Mall perimeter. The atmosphere is festive: runners are encouraged to wear Santa, elf, or holiday-themed shirts, pants, and socks. Following the race, winners are announced at a post-race party, with opportunities for photos with Santa and/or his sleigh.

Santa Hustle Galveston is a holiday-themed road race held at Beach Central in Galveston, Texas. Taking place in December, it features a half marathon, 5K, and Kids Dash, with shorter fun-run options also available. As part of the Santa Hustle series, the event emphasizes Christmas costumes, Santa-style race energy, and a family-friendly atmosphere over a competitive marathon program. The course utilizes Galveston's roads, with Beach Central as the event's central point. Participant numbers are anticipated between 1,000 and 5,000, creating a lively atmosphere without the scale of a major city marathon. The combination of a half marathon, 5K, and kids race attracts participants seeking various distances, from those using the holiday season for a longer run to families wanting a short, festive run by the beach.

The Galveston Marathon & Half Marathon is a race weekend on Galveston Island, Texas, featuring a Boston-qualifying marathon, a half marathon, and a 5K. The marathon course is flat and fast, offering experienced runners a solid opportunity for a qualifying time. The 5K provides a shorter option for runners and walkers during the same weekend. The marathon and half marathon routes traverse Beach Town and East Beach before following the Galveston Seawall, with views of the Gulf of Mexico. The event accommodates wheelchair, hand cycle, and other adaptive athletes, with courses designed for accessibility. Marathon and half marathon participants receive long-sleeve technical shirts, 5K participants receive short-sleeve shirts, all finishers earn medals, and the event concludes with food and beverages at the post-race gathering.

Seabrook Lucky Trails begins and ends at Rex Meador Park in Seabrook, Texas. The event's schedule centers on the Seabrook nature trails. Friday evening features a short, family-friendly Kids 1K and a 5K that might require lights as sunset approaches. Saturday hosts the marathon, half marathon, and a 4-person marathon relay, with an early start for marathon walkers. Sunday offers another half marathon, a quarter marathon, and a 5K, allowing participants to select a single race or combine multiple events throughout the weekend. The course departs Rex Meador Park, proceeds toward Pine Gully Park, and then returns. Approximately the first mile is on city streets before transitioning to the trails. The surface is primarily crushed granite. The marathon course consists of four loops, and the half marathon course uses two loops. The Pelican Challenge links the half marathons on both Saturday and Sunday mornings. The Trail Challenge combines the Saturday marathon with the Sunday half marathon. Police officers provide crossing guard services at main street intersections. Roads are closed early on Saturday, and course regulations prohibit bicycles and baby joggers on the route.