The Race
| Distance | 42.195 km |
| Course Type | Split Hub |
| Start | Congress Avenue Minute Maid Park |
| Finish | Lamar Street Outside George R. Brown Center |
| Registration | Ballot |
| Total Finishers | 13,000 |
| Avg Race Day Temp | 7.5--24°C |
| Cutoff Time | 6 Hours |
| Course Certification | USATF |
| Official Website | www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com |
The Houston Marathon is a split hub marathon held in Houston, United States in January. The race attracts approximately 13,000 finishers. Average race day temperatures are 7.5--24°C.
Weather
| Avg Race Day Temp | 7.5--24°C |
| Avg Humidity | 64% |
| Avg Wind Speed | 10.5 mph NW |
| Climate Consistency | Moderate Swings |
Full race guide - course description, key landmarks, and race-day tips - coming soon.
Entry
| Registration Type | General Ballot / Charity / Tour |
| Entries Open | Preceding summer (June) |
| Last Year Entries Opened | June 2026 |
| Ballot Close Date | Late June 2026 |
| Draw Date | Early July 2026 |
| Next Event Date | 17 January 2027 |
The Houston Marathon uses ballot registration. Entries typically open Preceding summer (June). For current entry details and to register, visit www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com.
Detailed entry breakdown - GFA standards, charity places, tour operator packages, and tips for first-time entrants - coming soon.
Race Weekend
Race weekend guide - expo details, race morning transport, course overview, and finish area logistics - coming soon.
Where to Stay
Split-hub architecture. Start line at Congress Avenue Minute Maid Park and finish funnel at Lamar Street Outside George R. Brown Center are in different locations. Select central hotels near the metro lines or event transit nodes for low-stress race morning connection.
Hotel recommendations near the finish line, neighbourhood guide, and booking timeline coming soon.
See & Do
Attractions, day trips, and things to do in Houston for marathon runners - coming soon.
After the Race
Post-race itineraries - day trips, overnight escapes, and regional travel from the finish line - coming soon.