
Heart of the House 5K
Dec. 05, '26
Dec. 05, '26
Race Location
1000 Bagby
Houston, TX 77002
United States
Events
5K (Timed)
1Miler – Untimed (ages 12 and Under; Children under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult/guardian)
1Miler – Untimed (ages 13 and Up)
5K School Programs (Finishers will receive a medal, but other Run for the House swag is not included with this special pricing)
Current and Former Family 5K
Current and Former Family 1 Mile
Details
DECEMBER 5, 2026 | SAM HOUSTON PARK
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USATF-certified 5K and non-competitive 1 mile routes
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Competitive runners, fun runners and walkers, and families with children welcome
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Registered participants receive a finisher medal, event race bag, t-shirt, and other great SWAG
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Super fun post-race party featuring free food and drinks, fun games and activities, sponsor booths, awards ceremony, a visit from Santa Claus, great music & more
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100% of race proceeds benefit the children and families of RMHC Greater Houston
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Up to $50,000 will be generously matched, dollar for dollar, by the Trafigura Foundation
Race Day Schedule
6:30 a.m. - Walk-up Registration Begins
8:00 - 8:15 a.m. - Race starts
8:45 - 10:00 a.m. - After Party
WHY WE RUN: To support families with children receiving care in the Medical Center for a serious illness or injury. We provide a home away from home for these families.
Founded in 1978, the mission of RMHC Greater Houston is to offer a home away from home providing care, compassion, and hope to families with seriously ill children being treated in Texas Medical Center member institutions. The House provides a place to find rest and respite, activities, meals, and snacks for our families, at no cost.
We serve children and families at four locations:
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Holcombe House - 70 Bedrooms
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Texas Children's Hospital - 19 Bedrooms
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Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital - 20 Bedrooms
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MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital - 2 Bedrooms
In addition to our Houses, RMHC Greater Houston also has a CareMobile that goes to local communities to provide immunizations and well checks for school aged children.
5K Pricing Schedule:
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Early Bird Pricing - $35
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Open Registration Pricing - $40
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Last Call Pricing - $45
1 Miler Pricing Schedule (Kids):
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Early Bird Pricing - $25
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Open Registration Pricing - $30
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Last Call Pricing - $35
1 Miler Pricing Schedule (Adults):
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Early Bird Pricing - $35
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Open Registration Pricing - $40
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Last Call Pricing - $45