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Sunday, December 6th, 2026
John Paul Landing Park, Cypress TX
1 Mile · 5K · 10K
50–67°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
46–66°F
dry
2024
43–55°F
dry
2023
48–65°F
dry
2022
68–80°F
dry
2021
61–73°F
rain
2020
41–61°F
dry
2019
60–71°F
dry
2018
47–66°F
rain
2017
42–55°F
rain
2016
48–67°F
dry
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About this race
Event Location
Location Confirmed: John Paul Landing Park
Race Overview
- Event Date: December 6, 2026
- Distances: 1-mile jaunt, 5K adventure, 10K challenge, and Kids Dash (50-meter sprint)
- Entertainment: DJ Sasquatch will play holiday hits
- Post-Race Treats: Delicious holiday cookies and refreshing milk
Costume Contest
- Theme: Ultimate Holiday Costume Contest
- Participation: Wear imaginative and festive costumes
- Prizes: Grand Prize includes 2 FREE entries to any future Bigfoot Race
- Recognition: Trophy and holiday treats bucket for the winner
Event Features
- All finishers: Receive a medal and shirt
- Youth Pricing: 5K & 10K for ages 12 & under only $15
- Referral Bonus: Participants receive a $20 refund for referring 5 others
- Group Discounts: Join as a group to receive special discounts
Race Distances Offered
- Kids Dash: 50-meter dash for kids 10 and under, includes tee shirt and medal
- 1 Mile: Designed for all ages, includes tee shirt and medal
- 5K: Chip-timed race with trophies for overall winners
- 10K: Chip-timed race with first place trophies and awards
Awards
Standard Age Group Awards for 5K & 10K:
- 1st Overall M/F: Trophy
- 1st Overall Masters: Special recognition lanyard pin
- Top Three Age Groups: Gold, Silver, Bronze award pins
- Categories: Awards given from ages 10 to 70+
Event Schedule
- 7:30-8:40 AM: Packet Pickup
- 8:55 AM: Kids Dash begins
- 9:00 AM: National Anthem and Race Start
- Results: Available at the Registration tent immediately after finishing
Volunteer Opportunities
- Volunteer Then Run: Help with packet pickup and participate in the 5K
- Full Race Volunteer: Various roles available for those who wish not to run
- Duties: Includes water station monitor, course monitor, finish line helper
- Incentives: Free race entry or gift card for volunteers
Additional Information
- Weather Policy: Race proceeds rain or shine
- Packet Pickup: Offered 1.5 hours before start time
- No-Refund Policy: Transfers available if unable to attend
- Course Surface: Mixed surfaces including paved trails
Registration
For more information and to register, visit Gingerbread Lane Houston Race Page.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 5 – 7, 2026.
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