The Wiener Run - Houston

Event Overview

Location: Confirmed Oyster Creek Park

Grab your buns and get ready — it’s time to ketchup with your friends at The Wiener Run! Join us this May for a hilarious, high-energy, springtime celebration of running, picnics, and pups — complete with a free hot dog and beverage at the finish line!

This isn’t just a run — it’s a full-on BBQ bash with a side of community love.

Event Highlights

• Awesome finisher medals: &: super soft tees
• Live DJ: + name announcements at the finish line
• Bigfoot Trophy awards: for top finishers
• Free hot dog: &: beverage for every runner

Race Distances

• Kids Dash – “The Tiny Wienie Run”: A fun, 20-yard dash for our littlest runners! Includes a race tee, a finisher medal, and an exclusive “Tiny Wienie” pin. Not timed — just pure fun and laughter.
• 1 Mile – “The Little Wiener Run”: Perfect for all ages and experience levels! Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and plenty of cheers. Not chip-timed.
• 5K (3.11 miles) – “The Short Wiener Run”: Chip-timed with awards, music, and post-race celebration!
• 10K (6.22 miles) – “The Long Wiener Run”: Double the distance, double the glory!

Awards

• Age Group Awards: (5K &: 10K) 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy
• Masters (40+): Special recognition pin
• Standard age group awards:
• Age Groups: 10 &: under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+

Special Pricing &: Perks

• Youth Pricing: 12 &: under run the 5K or 10K for only $15!
• Referral Bonus: Get a $20 refund when 5 friends sign up using your referral link!
• Group Discounts: The more the merrier — automatic refunds as your group grows!

Event Schedule

• 6:30–7:40 AM – Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race!
• 7:55 AM – Kids Dash (meet at start line)
• 8:00 AM – National Anthem &: Race Start
• Hot dog &: beverage service opens at the finish line!

Volunteer Opportunities

• Volunteer Then Run: Be part of the action and then earn your bun! Includes a chip-timed bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.
• Full Race Volunteer: Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time.
• Volunteers Receive: Bigfoot race shirt, VIP race access, choice of a FREE future race entry or $20 Amazon gift card.
• Important Roles: Water Station, Course Monitors, Finish Line Helper, Turtle/Sweeper, Packet Pickup/Results, Floater, Lead Bike, Bigfoot Mascot.

Important Notes

• Shirt guarantee: 10 days before race day.
• Rain or shine — it’s BBQ season either way!
• Packet Pickup: Opens 1.5 hours before race start.
• Course Surface: Expect a mix of pavement, crushed granite, and grass paths.

Contact &: Registration

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Don’t Miss the Fun! Grab your friends, lace up, and join us for the first-ever Wiener Run — where fun, food, and furry friends collide! Whether you’re a tiny wienie, short wiener, or long runner, you’ll leave smiling and full of BBQ joy.

Register now and relish the run!

Click here to register