Steps for Students 5K

  • Date Sat 14th February 2026
  • Time 12:00AM CST
  • Location Houston, Texas
  • Price $15.00 - $20.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of community and fun at the Steps for Students 5K, taking place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in the vibrant city of Houston, Harris. This annual event is dedicated to supporting the 55 Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, making it a meaningful occasion for families and friends to come together. Participants can look forward to a festive Sunrise Mass, an exciting sanctioned 5K race, and a lively post-race party in the Catholic School Village.

In 2024, nearly 9,000 enthusiastic runners and supporters gathered, helping to raise an impressive $800,000 to address the unique needs of each school. There are plenty of ways to get involved, whether you choose to register for the race, become a fundraising champion for your school, or simply enjoy the festivities in the Catholic School Village. You can even opt for the Hit Snooze for Students program, allowing you to run at your own pace. Join us for this incredible celebration and be part of a tradition that strengthens our community while having a blast on race day!

Organiser's Description

Steps for Students is an annual event benefiting the 55 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Over the last 20 years, this exciting day of family fun has brought together our Catholic community for a Sunrise Mass, a sanctioned 5K race, and a post-race party in the Catholic School Village. In 2024, nearly 9,000 people registered and nearly $800,000 was raised to fund the unique needs of each of our Catholic schools.

There are many ways to participate in Steps for Students:
- Register and join the race!
- Become a fundraising champion for your school
- Join the festivities in the Catholic School Village
- Register for Hit Snooze for Students and run on your own time
- Be a Steps Ambassador at your parish

Can't wait for you to join the celebration on Saturday, February 8, 2025!

Races

  • 5K Timed

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (8:30AM CST)

    $17.00

    OPENS AUG 25
    Compete against other runners for your best 5K time on this route!
  • 5K Untimed

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (8:40AM CST)

    $15.00

    OPENS AUG 25
    Enjoy the 5k route at your own pace.
  • Family 1K Fun Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (8:40AM CST)

    $15.00

    OPENS AUG 25
    Take the whole family on this under a mile route.
  • Hit the Snooze for Students

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (12:00AM CST)

    $20.00

    OPENS AUG 25
    Support Catholic schools without running the race! Register to Hit the Snooze and you will still receive the official race t-shirt shirt, but will not receive a bib or race medal. *This is the option for those who would like to support but not attend.

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Location

1700 San Jacinto St, Houston, 77002, TX, United States

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