Run the Grove
Houston, Texas, United States
Mar, 2027 (TBD)
5k
Race Information
The annual Run the Grove 5k starts and ends at the Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve, a park nestled in the historic Timbergrove Manor neighborhood. This is a flat road course taking place mostly on residential streets with official HPD road closure support. A route map can be found on their website.
Run the Grove is family friendly with a kids fun run and kids activities at the post-race event. Other post-race activities include live music, food trucks, a silent auction, and more. Proceeds from the event support local elementary schools and beautification efforts at the nature preserve and surrounding neighborhood.
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ 5K/10K Houston
📍Houston - Saturday December 5, 2026
🎄 A Holiday Running Tradition Returns to Houston
😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Official 2026 commemorative participant shirt
✅ Exclusive retro TV spinner finisher medal
✅ Festive Peanuts® holiday atmosphere
✅ A one-of-a-kind way to kick off the Christmas season
The official 2026 ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ 5K/10K is coming back to Houston, bringing runners together for a festive celebration inspired by one of the most beloved holiday classics of all time!
🎁 The official 2026 race swag has been revealed, including an exclusive participant shirt and collectible spinner finisher medal waiting for you at the finish.
Whether you're chasing a PR or making memories with family and friends, this is more than another race on the calendar - it's a Houston holiday tradition!
🚨 Houston Runners Are Signing Up Early
Registration has been incredible since opening, and every city in the five-stop series is currently pacing WELL ahead of last year's sellout trend.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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