Bayou City Classic 10K & 5K Fun Run

Bayou City Classic 10K & 5K Fun Run

The 49th running of the Bayou City Classic 10K, Texas' oldest 10K race, will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 8AM (Hand-Cycle/Pushrim start is 7:50AM). The 5K Fun Run/Walk will start at 8:20AM (Hand-Cycle/Pushrim start is 8:15AM). The event takes place in the heart of downtown Houston (Hermann Square adjacent to City Hall). This is a family-friendly, all-inclusive event. We invite EVERYONE to participate. Wheelchair/Pushrim participants are welcomed and encouraged. Full race details at www.bayoucityclassic.org.
Run in costume - Compete in our signature "Centipede" contest!
Terrific post race party with food and beverages (including the adult kind) galore!
Proceeds from the Bayou City Classic are donated to the Houston Parks & Recreation Department to improve our city parks and preserve our trees. This non-profit event is organized by the Houston Area Road Runners Association (HARRA), an all volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to promote running as a competitive sport and a healthful exercise. The race has donated over $250,000 for the Parks over the previous eight years!

Race Details

Race day, Saturday, March 7th, at Hermann Square by City Hall.
10K Start: 7:50AM: Handcycle/Pushrim Division
8:00AM: Run/Walk 10K
5K Start: 8:15 AM: Handcycle/Pushrim Division
8:20AM: Run/Walk 5K

10K/5K Fees

Early Bird (to 8/31/25) $35 (Lowest Price - no additional discounts)
Early (9/1/25 to 1/12/26): $45
Regular (1/13/26 - 3/6/26 ): $50
Race Morning: $55. Must be registered by 7:30 AM to be eligible for awards.
HARRA Members receive a discount except on low Early Bird price. Enter the code (from the HARRA weekly email) when you are checking out to redeem the discount.You may join/renew HARRA here . Discounts available for military/first responders and athletes with disabilities (AWD). Contact [email protected] for info.