Day of the Dead Half Marathon Houston

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

• Date: 2025-10-18
• Location: 18427 SW Freeway, Sugarland, TX (Location Pending: Brazos River Park)
• Start Time: 8 a.m.
• Distance: 13.1 miles

🌳 Course Description

• Experience: A celebration of life and tradition running through stunning Texas parks.
• Aid Stations: Available along the route for hydration and energy gels.
• Scenery: Features lush landscapes, sparkling lakes, and towering trees.
• Finish Line: Greeted by cheering crowds as you cross the finish line.

🎉 Post-Race Celebration

• Celebration: Lively post-race celebration at the rally tent.
• Food & Drinks: Delicious Mexican food and drinks await you.
• Live Music: Enjoy live music during the festivities.
• Community: Celebrate with fellow runners and share stories.

👗 Costume Contest

• Spirit of Dia de los Muertos: Encourages runners to wear vibrant costumes.
• Judging Criteria: Creativity, authenticity, and overall impact.
• Award: Winner receives the "Day of the Dead Best Costume Award."
• Excitement: Adds a festive atmosphere to the start of the race.

🏅 Awards & Prizes

• Medals: Awesome medals and cool tees for all participants.
• Age Group Awards: Available for 5K, Quarter Marathon, and Half Marathon.
• Special Discounts: Group discounts and referral refunds available.
• Overall Recognition: Live awards recognizing every runner.

🕒 Event Schedule

• Packet Pickup: 6:30-7:45 am.
• Kids Dash: 7:55 am (Meet at the Start Line).
• Race Start: National Anthem and Race Start at 8:00 am.
• Results: Live and available immediately following your finish.

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

• Volunteer to Run: Help with packet pickup, then join the race.
• Course Monitor & Aid Station: Help maintain a safe course and provide hydration.
• Benefits: Free race entry, Bigfoot race shirt, souvenir medal, and VIP access.
• Arrive Early: Volunteers should arrive 1.5 hours before start time.

🔗 Join Us!

Get ready for the Day of the Dead Half Marathon: Texas Parks Edition! Lace up your running shoes and join us for a half marathon that promises to be as enriching as it is challenging. Run to remember, run to celebrate! For more details, visit the official race page.