The 2026 Bayou City Classic 10K & 5K will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026. This is a family‑friendly, all‑inclusive event—EVERYONE can participate. Distances include a 10K (6.2 miles) and a 5K (3.1 miles).

Proceeds support the Houston Parks & Recreation Department, helping improve parks and preserve our city’s trees. The event is organized by HARRA, an all‑volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to promoting running as a competitive sport and healthy lifestyle. Over the past eight years, the race has donated more than $250,000 to Houston parks!

📍 Location:

(Same as last year)
Both the 10K and 5K begin in Downtown Houston near City Hall.
The Post‑Race Party will be held in Hermann Square.

Hermann Square
900 Bagby St.
Houston, TX 77002

📅 Race Day Schedule – Sunday, March 7, 2026

· 6:30AM – Volunteers Arrival Time

· 6:50AM – Arrival Time

· 7:30AM – Group Picture

· 7:50AM – Wheeler 10K Start Time

· 8:00AM – Run/Walk 10K Start Time

· 8:15AM – Wheeler 5K Start Time

· 8:20AM – Run Walk 5K Start Time

· 10:30AM – Shut Down

🕐 Please arrive on time. Our Bee Abled blue tent will be set up.

Race Course Maps:

The 10k racecourse is certified by the Road Running Technical Council of USATF as TX19006JH. The 10k course starts on Smith Street and finishes downtown along McKinney Street near City Hall. Find our USATF-certified 10k map here.

The 5k course starts on Walker Street and finishes also finished along McKinney Street near City Hall. Find our USATF-certified (TXZ19007JH) 5k map here.

📝 RSVP Here in Luma:

ATHLETES: Bee Abled has received a special registration code—RSVP to secure your spot!
GUIDES: Walkers, runners, and bike guides are welcome—RSVP to join the team.
VOLUNTEERS: Help us in the tent area, getting athletes to and from the start/finish line, and other various tasks—RSVP to lend a hand.

🚗 Parking:

Please arrive early enough to find parking and make your way to the Start Line before 7:45 a.m. Street parking is not free on Saturdays and streets around the Start Line and Finish Line may be closed. You can find the locations of parking garages here.

🎟️ Packet Pick-Up:

Bee Abled will complete a group packet pick-up for all athletes registered under our team.
If you register independently, please email me with your email confirmation.

🎽 SWAG:

All finishers receive a finisher's medal. The first 1500 participants who register receive a high quality, short-sleeved technical shirt bearing the distinctive Bayou City Classic logo designed by local artist and runner April Murphy. Shirt sizes are not guaranteed but preferred sizing will be available at packet pickup on a first-come-first-served basis.

🎉 Post Race Party and Awards Ceremony:

After the race, enjoy refreshments donated by our fabulous sponsors and music at City Hall around the reflection pool of Hermann Square. The awards ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. The party goes on and on!

🛡️ Safety Guidelines for Wheelers

Headphones are strongly discouraged for all participants.
Hard-shelled helmets are required at all times on the course.
No drafting, tailgating, or unsportsmanlike conduct.
Be mindful of foot runners, especially downhill and in crowded areas.
Bike Guides: If you need one or already have one, please let me know ASAP.

📸 Representing Bee Abled:

If Bee Abled sponsors your race, you MUST:

Wear your Bee Abled gear on race day
Post on social media and tag Bee Abled & Bayou City Classic

This visibility helps us secure funding so we can continue offering races and programs.

Use can use the following hashtags:
#beeabled #beelievers #findyourpossible #accomplishtheimpossible #possibilitiesnotdisabilities
#BayouCityClassic #RRCAChampionship #harraruns #harranews #runhou #runhouston #houstonrunclubs #10k #5k

This is a fun race so come join Team Bee Abled! Feel free to invite your family and friends to cheer you on and celebrate with us! For more details, visit the https://www.bayoucityclassic.org/

Questions? Just reach out—I’m here to help!

***Race Sponsorship Eligibility – Team Bee Abled***

To qualify for race sponsorship through Bee Abled, athletes with disabilities must attend at least ONE (1) team workout per month. This helps us build community, stay connected, and ensure everyone is race ready.

If you don’t meet the sponsorship criteria but still wish to race with Team Bee Abled, you’re welcome to join by covering your own registration fee. Attending workouts may open the door to reimbursement, but please speak with me first. We’ll still assist with race packet pickup, except for Chevron races, where group pickup is not permitted.

Please note: If Bee Abled covers your race registration and you’re unable to attend, we kindly ask that you reimburse the organization to help us continue supporting future athletes and events.

Location

900 Bagby St

Houston, TX 77002, USA

Presented by

Bee Abled

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