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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.

The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park is a morning race in Deer Park, Texas, offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. It begins at 8:00 AM from the large pavilion. Registration must be completed via RunSignup prior to race day, as no on-site sign-ups will be available. The 5K and 10K follow an out-and-back course, with the 5K completed twice and the 10K completed four times. The half marathon also utilizes an out-and-back route. Packet pickup is efficient, opening 30 minutes before the start and concluding 10 minutes prior to the race.

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 Xracers 10K Ride and Run Day Of The Dead is a run-and-ride event in Baytown, Texas, timed to coincide with Day of the Dead. Participants can choose between 5 km and 10 km runs, or a 300 km ride. The start is at 6213 Bayway Drive in Baytown, located on the city’s west side near the Bayway corridor. The combination of short running distances and a 300 km ride distinguishes this event from a typical local 10K, presenting as a small multisport race day catering to diverse participants.

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.

To 5K i 10K, już po raz 46., odbywa się przy okazji Annual Lampasas Spring Ho Festival. Dochód idzie na stypendia dla społeczności Lampasas i organizacje non-profit. Zbierasz punkty do Centex Race Series. Pierwsze 200 osób dostaje pakiet startowy. To 10K nazywają 'Toughest 10K in Texas'. Część trasy będzie otwarta dla ruchu samochodowego.

The BIG Love Santa Dash Fun Run is a Christmas-themed 5K and 10K run/walk in Pearland, Texas. It is B.I.G. Love’s largest annual fundraiser, held since 2008, supporting over 100,000 children with cancer and their families across Texas. This is a community event, welcoming walkers, families, first-timers, and others, not just runners. The day features photos with Santa and Christmas activities. Those unable to travel to Pearland can participate via a virtual option.

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.

The Bill Rodgers Somerville Jingle Bell Run & Walk begins at 11am in Davis Square, completing a 5K loop through Somerville before returning to the start. This event is a winter run/walk, not exclusively for fast runners, and the Davis Square start provides a neighborhood atmosphere from the outset. The route follows Somerville streets and squares, concluding back at its origin. Following the finish, participants proceed to local bars for the post-race gathering. This marks the event's 46th year, and with entries selling out well in advance annually, it attracts a crowd that prepares ahead of time.