2026 Crush Rush 5K

Love and running is in the air! The Crush Rush 5K will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, along The Woodlands Waterway beginning at 8 a.m. Crush Rush 5K is produced by The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department and is a USA Track and Field (USATF) sanctioned event. The chip-timed 5K course will incorporate the full length of the Waterway, providing a scenic route and fun, enjoyable atmosphere fostering friendly competition. The 5K race is open to runners of all abilities and recommended for participants ages 10 and older. Runners are encouraged to dress in their best Valentine's Day themed attire!

 

There will not be an Awards Ceremony, but awards will be distributed onsite. A photo area will be available for participants.

 

Registration fee of $35 includes finisher medal and participant packet. Please Note: A participant shirt is not included, but can be purchased for an additional $15. There is very limited availability for sizes, and shirts must be purchased by January 19, 2026. If inventory permits, shirts will be available for purchase at Packet Pickup for an additional cost ($20 per t-shirt). There will be no Race Day Registration. STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE COURSE PER USATF SANCTION REQUIREMENTS!

Event details and schedule

 

Refund Policy 

100 percent of your entry fee will be refunded until January 24, 2026. Refunds will not include Active.com processing fee. Refunds can take up to 3 weeks for processing. Please email the department to request a refund.

 

Transfer Policy

Entry fees are nontransferable from year to year. Transfers must be completed by the deadline by logging into to your Active website account and selecting "My Events." All transfers must be completed by January 24, 2026. If you need assistance with transfers, please email the department.

 

Weather Cancellations

We have a "no refund policy" in regards to weather cancellations of any kind as well as changes to the race after registration. Unforeseen changes can occur at any time no matter how finalized anything seems to be. Any changes made to the race are done after careful consideration, usually due to safety concerns that arise after the race has been planned. We do everything we can to create a better, safer, more enjoyable experience for all participants.

 

Support

For registration questions or issues please reach out to Active Consumer Support. Call: 877-228-4881 ext. 4 or Email: support@activenetwork.com