Kardia Pumpkin Run 2026 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 9:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $40
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Fun Run | 5K | Oct 31, 20269:30 AM | $40 | – |
| 1 mile Fun Run | Kids | Oct 31, 202611:30 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Oct 31.
Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Texas, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Houston runs 36:38, about 11:47 a mile, based on 55 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:01 and men in 33:20.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:34 AM, and the 5K Fun Run starts at 9:30 AM. The start sits about 130 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
10555 Spring Cypress Rd, Houston, TX 77070
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 31% of days. Cold snaps dip to 47°F and hot years reach 86°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 10555 Spring Cypress Rd, Houston, TX 77070Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 130 feet
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026), 2025 (Oct 25, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Kardia Pumpkin Run 2026?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Texas?
- At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Texas, which costs $35 right now.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 10555 Spring Cypress Rd, Houston, TX 77070.
From the organizers
Join us for a fun filled morning of faith, fellowship, and fitness! Whether you are ready to run, walk, or sprint there is a place for you at the Kardia Pumpkin Run!
This 1 mile or 5k run for families, friends, and school teams is on the beautiful campus of Windwood Presbyterian Church. There is no concrete or pavement throughout the park like setting of the course. Each registered runner will receive a finisher's medal as they cross the finish line. We hope to see you, your family and your team at the Kardia Pumpkin Run!
Competitive runners under the age of 18 should register here: https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/254191/info
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