Run for the Rose 2026

Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location: Houston, TX; Helix Park in the Texas Medical Center, 7255 Helix Park Ave, 77030
Type: WALK

At a glance

Join this established Houston event to support brain cancer research, honor survivors, and enjoy a lively post-race celebration.

Fun
Competitive
Festive
For a Cause

Who it's for

For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The 22nd Annual Run for the Rose invites you to participate in a meaningful event supporting brain cancer research and pediatric initiatives. Held at Helix Park in the Texas Medical Center, this race honors brain tumor survivors and remembers those lost to the disease. Choose from a 5K Run, 5K Walk, or a Family 1K, with a special Survivor Stroll for patients. The day culminates in a lively post-race party for all participants, creating a supportive and engaging atmosphere for a vital cause.

What to expect

• Participate in a 5K Run, 5K Walk, or Family 1K.
• Connect with the community at a lively post-race party.
• 5K runners can compete for awards in overall and age-specific categories.

Standout details

Supports brain cancer research
Lively post-race party
Awards for 5K runners
Certified 5K course

Perks & features

After-Party

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

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Distances & registration

16 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1K
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $48.70
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Dec 31, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
5K
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $48.70
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Dec 31, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
5K
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $48.70
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Dec 31, 2025, 6:59 PM CST

+ 13 more options

5K
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $54.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 4:32 AM CDT · Closes Dec 31, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
100 Yards
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $48.70
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Dec 31, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
Presenting Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $78,001.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Family Fun Run Presenting Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $31,201.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
T-Shirt Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $7,801.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Survivor Stroll Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $5,201.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Inflatable Brain Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $3,641.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Race Bib Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $5,201.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Mile Marker Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $1,561.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Water Station Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $1,041.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Back the Run Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $526.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Post-Race Awards Ceremony Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $2,601.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Zone Sponsor
Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM CDT · From $10,401.00
Opens Oct 21, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

The course

Flat
Timed race

From the organizer

The 22nd Annual RUN FOR THE ROSE 5K & Family 1K

DATE: Sunday, April 12, 2026

LOCATION: Helix Park in the Texas Medical Center

The race supports brain cancer research and pediatric initiatives, recognizes brain tumor survivors, and remembers loved ones lost to this devastating disease.

Race-day activities include a 5K Run, 5K Walk, Family 1K, Survivor Stroll for brain tumor patients, and a lively post-race party for all participants. 5K Run participants are eligible to win awards, given to overall top male and female participants, and those who finish first in age-specific categories. Children receive medals. This is a certified race.

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