The Katy Pie Run
- Date Sat 18th January 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Katy, Texas
- Price $59.30 - $69.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a deliciously fun experience at The Katy Pie Run on Saturday, January 18, 2025, in the vibrant community of Katy, Fort Bend! This unique event combines running with the joy of pie tasting every kilometer, making it perfect for both serious runners and casual walkers. Participants can choose between two exciting race distances: a 5K and a 3.14K stroll, allowing everyone to join in on the fun.
But that's not all! After crossing the finish line, indulge in a fabulous brunch throwdown featuring dishes from some of Katy's best restaurants, where you get to vote for your favorite. Plus, enjoy a well-deserved slice of Proud Pie as a sweet reward for your efforts. This year marks the 3rd annual Katy Pie Run, with all proceeds benefitting Camp Hope, a remarkable initiative that supports combat veterans struggling with PTSD. Join us for a day filled with physical activity, community spirit, and, of course, lots of pie on January 18th—let's make a difference together!
But that's not all! After crossing the finish line, indulge in a fabulous brunch throwdown featuring dishes from some of Katy's best restaurants, where you get to vote for your favorite. Plus, enjoy a well-deserved slice of Proud Pie as a sweet reward for your efforts. This year marks the 3rd annual Katy Pie Run, with all proceeds benefitting Camp Hope, a remarkable initiative that supports combat veterans struggling with PTSD. Join us for a day filled with physical activity, community spirit, and, of course, lots of pie on January 18th—let's make a difference together!
Organiser's Description
WHY IS THIS RACE DIFFERENT? WHAT OTHER RACE OFFERS YOU PIE TASTING STATIONS WHILE YOU RUN/WALK EVERY 1K? WHAT OTHER RACE HAS A BUNCH OF THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN KATY/FORT BEND COUNTY COMPETING IN A BRUNCH ITEM THROWDOWN WHERE YOU DECIDE THE WINNER AND A SLICE OF PROUD PIE TO EAT WITH US OR TAKE HOME WITH YOU AT THE END OF THE RACE?
THE 3RD ANNUAL KATY PIE RUN HOSTED BY PIEMANGUITARS.ORG AND BENEFITTING CAMP HOPE, PART OF THE PTSD FOUNDATION OF AMERICA WITH 100% OF THE PROCEEDS GOING TO CAMP HOPE.
This amazing program houses, provides no cost treatment and offers hope to combat veterans suffering from PTSD. They offer a soft place to land, housing, peer counseling, job training and time to make a good transition into everyday life. The organization not only treats the individual, but they offer services to benefit the whole family. Participants of this program come from all over The United States of America. Join us in a great run AND in helping this organization to continue to do its good works.
Come out Saturday January 18, 2025 for some physical activity, fresh air, fun and along the run there will be water and PIE shot stations offering tastings of our various scrumptious pies. After the run, enjoy amazing brunch throw down foods from some of Katy's most popular restaurants AND our Proud Pie Trailer.
FAQS - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN I REGISTER THE DAY OF THE RACE? No. There is no race day registration but there is same day packet pick up if you cannot make the pick up dates.
WHERE CAN I PARK FOR THE RACE? Limited parking is available at The Fellowship. There is additional parking at the back lot at the YMCA, Williams Elementary and at The Villagio Town Center across the street.
CAN SOMEONE ELSE PICK UP MY BIB AND RACE PACKET? Yes.
DOES THE RACE STILL HAPPEN IF IT RAINS? Yes, We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
WHAT IF I REGISTER FOR THE 5K AND DECIDE ON RACE DAY TO RUN THE 3.14K OR 3.14 STROLL? If you run a race you did not register for, you will not be an official finisher or timed.
CAN I RUN IN MORE THAN ONE RACE? Yes, but you will need to pay for each race.
IF I CANNOT PARTICIPATE IN THE RUN, CAN I GET A REFUND? No. Your entry fee will be used as a donation to Camp Hope.
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE? Strollers will only be allowed in the 3.14K run/walk and the 3.14K family stroll event and we ask that you move to the back of the pack to avoid obstructing other racers.
DO I NEED TO REGISTER AN INFANT IF HE OR SHE IS IN A STROLLER? No you do not need to register an infant. Anyone NOT in a stroller must be registered to be on the course.
CAN I WEAR HEADPHONES WHILE RUNNING? Yes, but we highly discourage this due to traffic on the main roads.
WHAT IS THE COURSE LIMIT FOR THE 5K? The course will be open to traffic starting at 11:00 a.m.
CAN I BRING MY DOG(S)? For the safety of our runners, dogs are NOT allowed on the race courses.
ARE BICYCLES ALLOWED ON THE COURSE? Bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, scooters, etc. are not permitted on race courses.
CAN I EXCHANGE MY SHIRT FOR A DIFFERENT SIZE? Unfortunately, we will not be able to exchange shirt sizes. Please make sure you order the correct size when you register. The shirts are unisex sizing.
IS THERE MEDICAL SUPPORT ON THE COURSE? Yes. Medical support is provided.
WHERE DO I PUT MY BIB? Pin your race number to the front of your clothing and make sure it is visible throughout the entire race. Pins are included in your racebag when picked up.
ARE THERE WATER STATIONS? There will be manned water stations throughout the courses at the pie tasting stations and at the finish line.
WHAT ARE THE PIE TASTING STATIONS PROVIDED BY PROUD PIE? There will be race sponsors handing out shot type samplings of some of our most popular yummy pies.
WHAT IS THE BRUNCH THROW DOWN AND PIE AT THE END OF THE EVENT? At the finish line post race, there will be fantastic warm and chilled brunch buffet items to sample prepared by your favorite local restaurants. You will be given a token from the token table at the finish line so that you can vote on your favorite restaurant entry. There will also be a station to turn in your other token for a slice of Proud Pie pie.
HOW SOON CAN I FIND THE RACE RESULTS? Race results will be available online by noon on the race signup site.
CAN I PURCHASE EXTRA KATY PIE RUN T-SHIRTS? There will not be extra shirts.
ARE THERE AWARDS? Each person who completes a race will receive a completion medal.
THE 3RD ANNUAL KATY PIE RUN HOSTED BY PIEMANGUITARS.ORG AND BENEFITTING CAMP HOPE, PART OF THE PTSD FOUNDATION OF AMERICA WITH 100% OF THE PROCEEDS GOING TO CAMP HOPE.
This amazing program houses, provides no cost treatment and offers hope to combat veterans suffering from PTSD. They offer a soft place to land, housing, peer counseling, job training and time to make a good transition into everyday life. The organization not only treats the individual, but they offer services to benefit the whole family. Participants of this program come from all over The United States of America. Join us in a great run AND in helping this organization to continue to do its good works.
Come out Saturday January 18, 2025 for some physical activity, fresh air, fun and along the run there will be water and PIE shot stations offering tastings of our various scrumptious pies. After the run, enjoy amazing brunch throw down foods from some of Katy's most popular restaurants AND our Proud Pie Trailer.
FAQS - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN I REGISTER THE DAY OF THE RACE? No. There is no race day registration but there is same day packet pick up if you cannot make the pick up dates.
WHERE CAN I PARK FOR THE RACE? Limited parking is available at The Fellowship. There is additional parking at the back lot at the YMCA, Williams Elementary and at The Villagio Town Center across the street.
CAN SOMEONE ELSE PICK UP MY BIB AND RACE PACKET? Yes.
DOES THE RACE STILL HAPPEN IF IT RAINS? Yes, We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
WHAT IF I REGISTER FOR THE 5K AND DECIDE ON RACE DAY TO RUN THE 3.14K OR 3.14 STROLL? If you run a race you did not register for, you will not be an official finisher or timed.
CAN I RUN IN MORE THAN ONE RACE? Yes, but you will need to pay for each race.
IF I CANNOT PARTICIPATE IN THE RUN, CAN I GET A REFUND? No. Your entry fee will be used as a donation to Camp Hope.
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE? Strollers will only be allowed in the 3.14K run/walk and the 3.14K family stroll event and we ask that you move to the back of the pack to avoid obstructing other racers.
DO I NEED TO REGISTER AN INFANT IF HE OR SHE IS IN A STROLLER? No you do not need to register an infant. Anyone NOT in a stroller must be registered to be on the course.
CAN I WEAR HEADPHONES WHILE RUNNING? Yes, but we highly discourage this due to traffic on the main roads.
WHAT IS THE COURSE LIMIT FOR THE 5K? The course will be open to traffic starting at 11:00 a.m.
CAN I BRING MY DOG(S)? For the safety of our runners, dogs are NOT allowed on the race courses.
ARE BICYCLES ALLOWED ON THE COURSE? Bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, scooters, etc. are not permitted on race courses.
CAN I EXCHANGE MY SHIRT FOR A DIFFERENT SIZE? Unfortunately, we will not be able to exchange shirt sizes. Please make sure you order the correct size when you register. The shirts are unisex sizing.
IS THERE MEDICAL SUPPORT ON THE COURSE? Yes. Medical support is provided.
WHERE DO I PUT MY BIB? Pin your race number to the front of your clothing and make sure it is visible throughout the entire race. Pins are included in your racebag when picked up.
ARE THERE WATER STATIONS? There will be manned water stations throughout the courses at the pie tasting stations and at the finish line.
WHAT ARE THE PIE TASTING STATIONS PROVIDED BY PROUD PIE? There will be race sponsors handing out shot type samplings of some of our most popular yummy pies.
WHAT IS THE BRUNCH THROW DOWN AND PIE AT THE END OF THE EVENT? At the finish line post race, there will be fantastic warm and chilled brunch buffet items to sample prepared by your favorite local restaurants. You will be given a token from the token table at the finish line so that you can vote on your favorite restaurant entry. There will also be a station to turn in your other token for a slice of Proud Pie pie.
HOW SOON CAN I FIND THE RACE RESULTS? Race results will be available online by noon on the race signup site.
CAN I PURCHASE EXTRA KATY PIE RUN T-SHIRTS? There will not be extra shirts.
ARE THERE AWARDS? Each person who completes a race will receive a completion medal.
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