What is the course surface like?
The course is a 50/50 mix of concrete and asphalt/blacktop.
What is your policy on cheating?
If a participant is caught cheating, they will be disqualified and prohibited from participating in Houston Marathon events for a minimum of 2 years.
How do I become a top fundraiser?
To become a top fundraiser, you must have a fundraising page for the current year’s fundraising campaign for the Chevron Houston Marathon Run for a Reason charity program. To have a fundraising page, you must either sign up as a Fundraise for Registration participant or create a fundraising page via our Charity Index. Using this
Where does the race start and finish?
The Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon start line is on Congress Avenue at Fannin. Entry to the start line corrals is only a few blocks from the George R. Brown Convention Center. The finish is at Lamar and Crawford, one block up from the George R. Brown Convention Center.
What time will the first runners be coming through my area?
The chart below shows the approximate times that the first runners will arrive at each mile marker. Please keep in mind that these times are approximate and showing up at the time listed does not guarantee that you will see the first runners as they streak by. Mile 1: 7:06 a.m. Mile 10: 7:51 a.m.
Do you provide accommodations for nursing mothers?
The HMC is providing a lactation space for race day to provide a safe and private area for nursing mothers. The lactation space is in Hall E of the GRB (Southernmost hall of the GRB) located next to the exit of the finish chute. A volunteer will be stationed outside the space to monitor the
How can I find out if a runner has finished?
The Houston Marathon Committee offers an Athlete tracking messaging service for all marathon and half marathon participants through the mobile app. This service allows registered users to track their favorite runner as they pass various course checkpoints. The #HouMarathon mobile app is available for apple and android devices. During the race, Live Searchable Results are
How can I find out if someone has dropped out of the race or is in the Medical Area?
Visit the Information Booth located inside Hall B of the GRB. The staff here has access to a list of all runners who have been admitted to, discharged from and/or transferred from the Medical Area.
Where can I meet my family and friends after the Sunday races?
The easiest way to find your family and friends after the race is to have a plan beforehand. Reunion Area The Reunion Area will be located in Hall A of the George R. Brown Convention Center. The Reunion Area is marked with signs showing letters of the alphabet and runners are encouraged to ask their
What is the Run for a Reason program?
The Run for a Reason (RFAR) program is a charity campaign that happens in conjunction with the Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon and We Are Houston 5K. Money raised through the Run for a Reason program goes to the official charity partners. Runners can donate to a Run for a Reason official charity