Heart of the House - Ronald McDonald House Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 Miler

  • Date Sat 5th December 2026
  • Time 8:00AM CST
  • Location Houston, Texas
  • Price $16.90 - $43.40
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the Heart of the House 5K and Kids 1 Miler on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at Sam Houston Park in Houston, Harris. This vibrant, family-friendly event features a USATF-certified 5K run/walk/roll, perfect for competitive runners and casual participants alike. Kids can also join in the fun with a non-competitive 1 miler designed just for them! All registered participants will receive a race shirt, a finisher medal, and a swag bag filled with goodies generously donated by our sponsors.

After the race, the excitement continues at the Mogie After Party from 8:45 to 10:00 A.M., where you can snap a selfie with Santa, enjoy delicious food and drinks, participate in fun games, and even create awesome crafts! Best of all, your participation supports families with children receiving care in the Texas Medical Center, providing them with a comforting "home away from home." Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day of fitness and fun!

Organiser's Description

THE HEART OF THE HOUSE IS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY USATF-CERTIFIED COMPETITIVE 5K AND NON-COMPETITIVE 1 MILER. REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT, MEDAL, SWAG BAG. AFTER THE RUN, JOIN US AT SAM HOUSTON PARK FOR THE AFTER PARTY. TAKE A SELFIE WITH SANTA, CREATE AWESOME CRAFTS, PLAY FUN GAMES, REFUEL WITH DELICIOUS FOOD AND DRINKS, AND SEE IF YOU WON AN AWARD!



6:30 A.M. - WALK-UP REGISTRATION BEGINS

8:00 - 8:15 A.M. - RACE STARTS

8:45 - 10:00 A.M. - MOGIE AFTER PARTY



WHY WE RUN: TO SUPPORT FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN RECEIVING CARE IN THE MEDICAL CENTER FOR A SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY. WE PROVIDE A HOME AWAY FROM HOME FOR THESE FAMILIES.



FOUNDED IN 1978, THE MISSION OF RMHC GREATER HOUSTON IS TO OFFER A _HOME AWAY FROM HOME_ PROVIDING CARE, COMPASSION, AND HOPE TO FAMILIES WITH SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN BEING TREATED IN TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER MEMBER INSTITUTIONS. THE HOUSE PROVIDES A PLACE TO FIND REST AND RESPITE, ACTIVITIES, MEALS, AND SNACKS FOR OUR FAMILIES, AT NO COST.



WE SERVE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AT FOUR LOCATIONS:

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HOLCOMBE HOUSE - 70 BEDROOMS

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TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - 19 BEDROOMS

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CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL - 20 BEDROOMS

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MD ANDERSON CHILDREN'S CANCER HOSPITAL - 2 BEDROOMS



IN ADDITION TO OUR HOUSES, RMHC GREATER HOUSTON ALSO HAS A CAREMOBILE THAT GOES TO LOCAL COMMUNITIES TO PROVIDE IMMUNIZATIONS AND WELL CHECKS FOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN.



5K AND KIDS1 MILER | DECEMBER 5, 2026 | SAM HOUSTON PARK

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USATF-CERTIFIED 5K RUN/WALK/ROLL

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COMPETITIVE RUNNERS, FUN RUNNERS AND WALKERS, FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN ARE WELCOME!

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ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL, EVENT T-SHIRT, AND OTHER GREAT SWAG GENEROUSLY DONATED BY OUR SPONSORS.

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100% OF THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF RMHC GREATER HOUSTON.

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UP TO $50,000 WILL BE GENEROUSLY MATCHED, DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR, BY THE TRAFIGURA FOUNDATION!



5K PRICING SCHEDULE:

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EARLY BIRD PRICING - $35

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OPEN REGISTRATION PRICING - $40

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LAST CALL PRICING - $45



1 MILER PRICING SCHEDULE (KIDS):

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EARLY BIRD PRICING - $25

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OPEN REGISTRATION PRICING - $30

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LAST CALL PRICING - $35



1 MILER PRICING SCHEDULE (ADULTS):

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EARLY BIRD PRICING - $35

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OPEN REGISTRATION PRICING - $40

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LAST CALL PRICING - $45

Races

  • 5K (Timed)

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $43.40

  • 1Miler Untimed (Ages 12 and Under; Children Under 12 Must Be Accompanied by a Registered Adult/Guardian)

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (8:15AM CST)

    $32.80

    Children under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
  • 1Miler Untimed (Ages 13 and Up)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (8:15AM CST)

    $38.10

  • 5K School Programs (Finishers Will Receive a Medal, but Other Run for the House Swag Is Not Included With This Special Pricing)

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $16.90

  • Current and Former Family 5K

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $32.80

  • Current and Former Family 1 Mile

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $32.80

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1000 Bagby, Houston, 77002, TX, United States

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