Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist
The Cypress Half Marathon & 5K offers a fast, flat course in Texas, drawing runners from across the region.
Race Date
Nov 8, 2026
Location
Cypress, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Location
- Cypress, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 1K, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 9,787
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Cypress Half Marathon & 5K, now in its 10th year, is a popular fixture in the Houston area running scene. Typically held in November, the race boasts a fast, flat course that is ideal for setting personal bests, with recent winning times around 72 minutes.
The event attracts a growing field, with around 843 finishers in recent years, and draws participants from approximately six states, highlighting its regional appeal. While about 20% of participants are repeat runners, the race also welcomes newcomers to the sport, offering a 5K and Kids K alongside the half marathon.
Runners can expect a well-organized event with Unisex Event Gear as a giveaway, and the promise of a brisk pace on the paved roads of Cypress, Texas.
Race-provided description
Run the Run Houston! Cypress Half Marathon, 5K & Kids K presented by Houston Methodist. This is the 2nd race in the Run Houston! Fall Haul Running Challenge. Learn more HERE. Use #RunHoustonRaceSeries to share your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website TXruns.com.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Unisex Event Gear
Start Location
Cypress Woods High School, Cypress, TX, 77429
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout7710 years running
~671 finishers a year
growing or steady
20% returning runners
5 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 6 states
winner 1:12:25
typical high 76°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
59°
Afternoon (High)
76°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 9,787 finishers actually crossed the line across 10 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
9,787
Median time
2:06:29
Latest turnout
843
States
34
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist?
The Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist is held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist take place?
It takes place in Cypress, Texas.
What distances does the Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 1K, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist course flat and good for a PR?
The Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist?
HalfRuns has finish records for 9,787 runners who have completed the Cypress Half Marathon & 5K presented by Houston Methodist.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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