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Rodeo Stampede - Houston 2027
- Date
- Saturday, March 6, 2027
- Start time
- 7:55 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $15 · goes up to $38 on Dec 22, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Likely to sell out. 253 finished the 5K in 2026, and this year's cap is 280.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Dash | Kids | Mar 6, 20277:55 AM | $15 | – |
| 1 Mile Run | 1 Mile | Mar 6, 20278:00 AM | $30 | 25 |
| 5k Run 3.1 Miles | 5K | Mar 6, 20278:00 AM | $35$38 after Dec 22, 2026 | 280 |
| Half Marathon Run 13.1 Mile | Half Marathon | Mar 6, 20278:00 AM | $49$52 after Dec 22, 2026 | 185 |
| Quarter Marathon 6.55 mile | Other | Mar 6, 20278:00 AM | $35$38 after Dec 22, 2026 | 175 |
| Volunteer then Run 5K 3.11 Miles | 5K | Mar 6, 20278:00 AM | $30 | 5 |
| Virtual RunVirtual | Half Marathon | Mar 6, 20278:00 AM | $50 | 8 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 5K fee goes up to $38 on Dec 22, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Kids Dash: $15 until Mar 6.
- 1 Mile Run and Volunteer then Run 5K 3.11 Miles: $30 until Mar 6.
- 5k Run 3.1 Miles and Quarter Marathon 6.55 mile: $35 until Dec 22, then $38 until Dec 29, then $39 until Jan 5, then $40 until Jan 12, then $42 until Jan 19, then $44 until Jan 26, then $46 until Feb 2, then $48 until Feb 9, then $50 until Feb 16, then $52 until Feb 23, then $54 until Mar 2, then $55 until Mar 7.
- Half Marathon Run 13.1 Mile: $49 until Dec 22, then $52 until Dec 29, then $55 until Jan 5, then $58 until Jan 12, then $61 until Jan 19, then $64 until Jan 26, then $67 until Feb 2, then $70 until Feb 9, then $73 until Feb 16, then $76 until Feb 23, then $78 until Mar 2, then $80 until Mar 7.
Online registration closes Mar 7, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $49, entry is about 25 percent below a typical half marathon in Texas, which costs $65 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Houston runs 2:20:27, about 10:43 a mile, based on 11 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:24:39 and men in 2:10:42.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:44 AM, and the Kids Dash starts at 7:55 AM. The start sits about 140 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
TBD, Houston, TX 77433
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
2026 results
All results (2 years)5k Run 3.1 Miles
253
finishers
39:38
median (12:45 /mi)
22:02
winning time
64% / 36%
women / men
Half Marathon Run 13.1 Mile
152
finishers
2:17:43
median (10:30 /mi)
1:27:43
winning time
53% / 47%
women / men
Quarter Marathon Run 6.55 Mile
139
finishers
1:12:25
median (11:03 /mi)
44:41
winning time
65% / 35%
women / men
Aggregated from official results for Rodeo Stampede - Houston. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Rodeo Stampede - Houston?
At the 2026 5k Run 3.1 Miles, the fastest tenth finished in 28:03 or better, the top quarter in 33:05, and half the field in 39:38; the last tenth came in after 54:04.
At the 2026 Half Marathon Run 13.1 Mile, the fastest tenth finished in 1:48:05 or better, the top quarter in 2:02:34, and half the field in 2:17:43; the last tenth came in after 3:08:20.
At the 2026 Quarter Marathon Run 6.55 Mile, the fastest tenth finished in 58:39 or better, the top quarter in 1:04:13, and half the field in 1:12:25; the last tenth came in after 1:33:18.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 26:05 | 24:45 |
| 20-29 | 28:52 | 25:16 |
| 30-39 | 28:01 | 26:35 |
| 40-49 | 31:04 | 33:05 |
| 50-59 | 31:30 | 28:31 |
| 60-69 | 40:26 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Up 32 percent since 2025.
428
2025
565
2026
All events combined, from official results.
Rodeo Stampede - Houston 5K year by year
From 2025 to 2026, the field went from 212 to 253 finishers, and the median time dropped from 40:17 to 39:38.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 253 (+19%) | 39:38 | under 28:03 | 22:02 |
| 2025 | 212 | 40:17 | under 28:32 | 20:20 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Texas 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 33:05, against 30:02 in a typical Texas 5K, so times here run 10 percent slower.
- Half Marathon: About average for Texas half marathons. The fastest quarter of the 2026 half marathon field finished under 2:02:34, against 2:01:59 in a typical Texas half marathon, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around March 6 the day usually runs from 56°F at dawn to 77°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 40°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 76 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Rodeo Stampede - Houston cover on their registration page, in brief.
Shirt and medal
Overall Finisher Trophy
The coveted Bigfoot Trophy!
Race details
- Where
- TBD, Houston, TX 77433Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 140 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, Half Marathon, Kids, Other
- Editions
- 2027 (Mar 6, 2027), 2026 (Mar 22, 2026), 2025 (Feb 8, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Rodeo Stampede - Houston?
- Saturday, March 6, 2027, starting at 7:55 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $15 before processing fees, and rises to $38 on Dec 22, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Mar 7, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Texas?
- At $49, entry is about 25 percent below a typical half marathon in Texas, which costs $65 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, Half Marathon, Kids, Other.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 253 runners finished the 5k Run 3.1 Miles; the median finish was 39:38 and the winner ran 22:02.
- Does it sell out?
- It can. 253 runners finished the 5K in 2026, close to this year's cap of 280, so register early.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 33:05, against 30:02 in a typical Texas 5K, so times here run 10 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Houston, TX 77433.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Location Confirmed: John Paul Landing Park
Howdy, partner! Saddle up and get ready for the wildest race in Texas—the Rodeo Stampede! This ain't your average foot race; it’s a full-blown adventure through the stunning parks and greenbelts of the Lone Star State. Whether you're a seasoned rodeo pro or just looking to kick up some dust, we’ve got a race distance that’ll fit your fancy. Choose from a speedy 1 mile, a thrilling 5K, a challenging quarter marathon, or a mighty half marathon.