Lake Houston BridgeFest 2026

Event Overview

Beginning as a celebration of the opening of the Lake Houston Parkway bridge, Bridge Fest remains a well-loved community event for the Lake Houston area. Net proceeds directly benefit the local community through the support initiatives of both the Lake Houston Family YMCA and the Rotary Club of the Lake Houston Area.

History

The iconic BridgeFest event has supported Lake Houston area community for 35 years. With the goal of strengthening our community, the event brings hundreds of community members together for entertainment and run/walks designed for all ages. This year, the Lake Houston YMCA and The Rotary Club of the Lake Houston Area have joined together to make it a fun and impactful event!

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers welcome!! Please SIGN UP HERE.

Race Events

• Festival: Fun family festival
• Races: A chip-timed 5k and 1-mile run/walk (adaptive-friendly) pre-race.
• New for 2026: Both 5K and 1-Mile races will be chip-timed.
• Participation Perks: Each 5K/1-Mile participant receives a custom Bib, Finisher Medal and Bridge Fest Race Shirt!

Race Day Schedule

• 7:00am: Packet Pick-Up
• 8:00am: 1-mile Fun Run Start
• 8:30am: 5k Start
• 9:15am: Awards
• 12:00pm: Bridge Fest closes

Packet Pick-Up

Location: Lake Houston Family YMCA, 2420 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Kingwood, TX 77345

• Wednesday - Friday: 4pm-7pm, March 25 - 27
• Race Day: 7am - 8am

Award Details

5K Awards

• Overall: Male and Female Overall
• Masters: Male and Female Masters (40+)
• Grand Masters: Male and Female Grand Masters (60+)
• Top Finishers: Top 3 Male and Female for age groups: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

1-Mile Awards

• Overall: Male and Female Overall
• 10 and Under: Male and Female

For more details, visit the event page: Lake Houston BridgeFest 2026.