The 49th Annual Bayou City Classic 10K and 5k Fun Run
Saturday, March 7, 2026**
**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! ( **View Costumes & Centipede details HERE**)
* 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.
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* **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
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