Where can I park on race day?
View Saturday Parking Map View Sunday Parking Map
What type of bag may I check?
You will receive a clear gear check bag during packet pick-up at the EXPO. This clear gear check bag is the ONLY bag you may check before the race. No other bags will be accepted at Gear Check. Clear bags that contain other bags will not be accepted.
Where is Gear Check located?
Gear Check is located in Halls C and D of the George R. Brown Convention Center. A map of the GRB can be found in your Athlete Guide which you will receive via email or on our website as we get closer to the race.
How do I check my gear and claim it once the race is over?
You will find a gear check tag attached to the top of your race bib. The tag is printed with your bib number. Detach the tag and attach it to the Gear Check bag you received as part of your race packet and bring it to Gear Check in Halls C and D in the George
Where do I get my finisher items after the race?
Marathon and half marathon finisher merchandise will be handed out in the GRB after the Sunday races. All finishers will receive a medal after crossing the finish line. Marathon and half marathon runners will use the "finisher shirt" ticket attached to the bottom of their bibs to claim their finisher shirt. Marathon finishers will also
What is the Houston Double?
Finishers that were registered for both the 5K and marathon or half marathon will receive a third medal. The medals will be located inside the George R. Brown Convention Center, Hall E, following the start of the Sunday races. After the race, please present your marathon or half marathon medal and verify your name to receive your Houston Double
How can I update my address?
You can make address updates in your participant account.
How can I add a qualifying race time to my registration?
Front Corral Seeding – Qualifying Standards Runners may request for front corral seeding by entering a verified time with proof during the registration process or they may add it to their participant account after registering until the deadline listed below. Deadline: Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025 All time standards are listed below, and you must comply with the following rules.
What is the weather typically like on race day?
No predictions here! Below are averages from previous Houston Marathons: Average low temperature: 45F Average high temperature: 63F Mean average temperature: 54F
What happens if it rains?
The race will go on regardless of precipitation. The race will only be cancelled if weather conditions present imminent danger to participants.