Yuri's Fun Run/Walk 10k/5k/Kids K
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Past event
7:15 AM CDT
Houston, Texas
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Yuri's Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, April 16, 2023, in Houston, Harris! This exciting event features a 10K and 5K race, along with a special Kids K, making it perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. The fun run celebrates the legacy of space exploration, honoring the first human in space and the inaugural orbital flight of the US Space Shuttle.
Set against the backdrop of Nassau Bay, a historic hub for astronauts, engineers, and flight directors since the Apollo program, runners will enjoy a unique course that winds past the former homes of early space pioneers. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with the family, Yuri's Fun Run promises an unforgettable experience filled with inspiration and community spirit. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate history while getting active!
Set against the backdrop of Nassau Bay, a historic hub for astronauts, engineers, and flight directors since the Apollo program, runners will enjoy a unique course that winds past the former homes of early space pioneers. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with the family, Yuri's Fun Run promises an unforgettable experience filled with inspiration and community spirit. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate history while getting active!
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The Yuri's 10K/5k Fun Run is part of an annual worldwide celebration that commemorates the first human in space, as well as the first orbital flight of the US Space Shuttle. The race is in the City of Nassau Bay, where many astronauts, engineers, technicians and flight directors have lived from the early days of the Apollo program to the current day. The course takes runners by former homes of many of the early era astronauts that lived in the city.
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18300 Upper Bay Rd, Houston, 77058, TX, United States
Yuri's Fun Run/Walk 10k/5k/Kids K
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