Race Information

Run in the Park
Houston, TX
City Location
Harris County
Oct 21, 2023 - Saturday
5K run | kids run
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  • Details from event's RunSignUp.com listing:

    Hermann Park Conservancy’s Run in the Park, powered by Reliant, is back for its 20th year!

    Runners can choose to attend the in-person race, or run from the comfort of your own home virtually! Taking place on October 21, 2023, participants will be able to run – or walk – to support the efforts of the Conservancy. All proceeds from Run in the Park go towards the crucial work needed to maintain Hermann Park, which is an essential outdoor space for our community.

    With 5K and 10K routes, as well as a 1K kids’ route, for the in-person events, exercise enthusiasts of all ages and abilities can come explore the Park and enjoy the shaded trails enjoyed by millions of visitors per year. The event starts and ends at the Molly Ann Smith Plaza, near the Jones Reflection Pool, and includes a post-run party with food, drinks, music, and more! 

    Want to Run at Home?

    The Conservancy is also offering an at-home, virtual option!

    Taking place from Sunday, October 8 through Monday, October 23, you can support Hermann Park at your own pace, from the comfort of your own neighborhood! Virtual registrants will still get the exclusive Run in the Park t-shirt and access to an online leaderboard.

    Register today and help Hermann Park cross the finish line!

    Packet Pickups

    Packet Pickups will occur on Saturday, October 14, 2023  from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Fleet Feet (4502 Greenbriar Dr, Houston, TX 77005), on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at McGovern Centennial Gardens (1500 Hermann Dr, Houston, TX 77004), and at Run in the Park starting at 7:00 a.m.

    Fleet Feet 
    4502 Greenbriar Drive, Houston, TX 77005
    Saturday, October 14, 2023
    10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    McGovern Centennial Gardens
    1500 Hermann Drive, Houston, TX 77004
    Wednesday, October 18, 2023
    5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    Run in the Park On-Site Registration
    Molly Ann Smith Plaza
    Saturday, October 21, 2023
    7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

    On the day of the RUN, October 21, 2023, we recommend parking in Parking Lots C, G, F or E and walking to the main site at Molly Ann Smith Plaza.  Please note Parking Lots A, D and I will be closed. Use this link for a map of Hermann Park: https://www.hermannpark.org/media/uploads/hermann_park_parking_map.pdf

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Listing Status

  • Added to our Directory
    Jan 16, 2005
  • Last Updated in our Directory
    Aug 9, 2023
  • Last checked by a snack-eating human.
    Oct 27, 2023
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    We hope to update it for 2024

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