LifeGift 2nd Chance Run Houston

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  • Date Sat 19th September 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Houston, Harris
  • Price $39.74
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for the LifeGift 2nd Chance Run in Houston on Saturday, September 19, 2026! Organized by the Houston Running Co., this uplifting event will take place at the scenic Willow Waterhole, where participants can choose to walk or run in either the 5K or 1-Mile race. This incredible occasion honors organ, eye, and tissue donors while celebrating the lives of transplant recipients and raising awareness for the over 10,000 Texans currently awaiting a lifesaving transplant.

Whether you’re running in memory of a loved one, celebrating a second chance at life, or simply supporting a vital cause, every step you take will contribute to making a difference. Registration includes a custom event T-shirt, a finisher medal, a race bib and timing chip (for 5K participants), a race swag bag, and access to the vibrant Race Village. Join us for a day of inspiration, hope, and community as we come together to honor donors and promote the lifesaving impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation. Don’t miss out on this meaningful event!

LifeGift 2nd Chance Run Houston

Sat 19th September 2026

A group of runners gathers at the starting line under a blue banner reading "2nd Chance Run" at an outdoor event on a sunny day, surrounded by trees and event barriers. Two women smiling pose together in front of a β€œHOPE 2nd Chance Run” event banner. One wears a blue shirt with a medal and a hydration pack; the other wears an orange shirt, sunglasses, and a cap. A diverse group of people wearing matching turquoise β€œHOPE” shirts gather outdoors, smiling and holding a large green awareness ribbon sign, balloons, and event flyers at a community walk or charity event, with tents in the background. A diverse group of people wearing matching teal "HOPE" shirts pose outdoors at a charity event, holding a green ribbon sign, balloons, and a photo collage, surrounded by tents and trees on a sunny day. Two women smiling and posing with medals around their necks after a race, wearing athletic clothes and sunglasses. They have race bibs numbered 1261 and 1263. Other people and race event booths are visible in the background. A smiling runner wearing sunglasses and bib number 1261 raises her hands in celebration as she crosses the finish line at the "2nd Chance Run" event, with a blue banner and trees in the background. A group of people wearing teal "Hope" shirts participate in a community run. A smiling woman pushes a stroller with a baby, while others walk nearby. A race banner reading "2nd Chance" is visible in the background. Two smiling runners wearing green shirts and medals pose together after a race. They stand in front of a β€œHope 2nd Chance Run” banner. Both have race bibs, and the woman wears a gray hat. A smiling man wearing a race bib numbered 1312 and a medal stands near the finish line of an outdoor race, with tents, barricades, and another person in the background. Two people smile and give thumbs up at an outdoor event. The woman on the left wears a blue "2nd Chance Run" shirt and medals, while the man on the right wears a gray shirt, green cap, medals, and holds a green frisbee. Banner and tents in background. A man in a wheelchair wearing a β€œTeam Clayton” shirt smiles and holds a water bottle, surrounded by supportive team members in matching shirts at an outdoor race event. Other participants and volunteers are visible in the background.

Organiser's Description

Join us on Saturday, September 19, at Willow Waterhole for the LifeGift 2nd Chance Run! Walk or run the 5K or 1-Mile while celebrating the gift of life and supporting a meaningful cause.

Hosted by LifeGift, this event honors organ, eye, and tissue donors, celebrates transplant recipients, and raises awareness for the more than 10,000 Texans waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Whether you're running in honor of a loved one, celebrating a second chance, or supporting the mission, every step makes a difference.

Your registration includes a custom event T-shirt, finisher medal, race bib and timing chip (5K participants), race swag bag, and entry to the Race Village.

Together, we can honor donors, celebrate lives saved, inspire hope for those still waiting, and help spread awareness about the lifesaving impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation.Join us on Saturday, September 19, at Willow Waterhole for the LifeGift 2nd Chance Run! Walk or run the 5K or 1-Mile while celebrating the gift of life and supporting a meaningful cause.

Hosted by LifeGift, this event honors organ, eye, and tissue donors, celebrates transplant recipients, and raises awareness for the more than 10,000 Texans waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Whether you're running in honor of a loved one, celebrating a second chance, or supporting the mission, every step makes a difference.

Your registration includes a custom event T-shirt, finisher medal, race bib and timing chip (5K participants), race swag bag, and entry to the Race Village.

Together, we can honor donors, celebrate lives saved, inspire hope for those still waiting, and help spread awareness about the lifesaving impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation.

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5300 Dryad Dr, Houston, TX 77035-5600, United States

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