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

  • USATF-certified 5K and non-competitive 1 mile routes
  • Competitive runners, fun runners and walkers, and families with children welcome
  • Registered participants receive a finisher medal, event race bag, t-shirt, and other great SWAG
  • 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
  • 100% of race proceeds benefit the children and families of RMHC Greater Houston
  • 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:

  • Holcombe House - 70 Bedrooms

  • Texas Children's Hospital - 19 Bedrooms

  • Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital - 20 Bedrooms

  • 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:

  • Early Bird Pricing - $35

  • Open Registration Pricing - $40

  • Last Call Pricing - $45

 

1 Miler Pricing Schedule (Kids): 

  • Early Bird Pricing - $25

  • Open Registration Pricing - $30

  • Last Call Pricing - $35

 

1 Miler Pricing Schedule (Adults):

  • Early Bird Pricing - $35

  • Open Registration Pricing - $40

  • Last Call Pricing - $45