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Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K

Houston, Texas
Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K official race logo - running event in Houston, Texas
DATE:
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LOCATION:
Houston, Texas
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
6 Events: 1K, 5K, 1K, 5K, 5K, 5K

About Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K

Welcome to the 15th Annual Alex’s 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K! 

Alex’s 5K and Kids' K Run is a fun, family friendly event with a purpose. 100% of the net race profits will go to our designated autism based charities.   We also offer a virtual option for those who wish to participate with the same purpose and enthusiasm from afar. Please join us in running to raise funds for autism charities in our community!

 

RACE PURPOSE: Alex's 5K is a fun, family friendly event that honors the life of Alex Jamrich by promoting autism awareness and raising money for research and services. Alex was autistic and passed away in 2010 at the age of 17. Lara Allen and the Bayou City Road Runners (BCRR) started the race in 2011.

 

CHARITIES: 100% of the net race profits will go to autism-based charities. To date, we have donated over $250,000 over the life of the race.  Our race beneficiaries are Avondale House  (Alex's school), the Westview School, and Autism Speaks-Houston More information about our beneficiaries can be obtained through the race website:  www.alex5k.com.

 

RACE DETAILS:

Race Day November 1st, 2025.

Avondale House, 3737 O’Meara Drive, Houston, Texas 77025

 

The VIRTUAL option can be done any time from registration until race day on any course you choose! Virtual participants will be able to submit their race results from November 1 to November 11.  Virtual runners are not eligible for age group awards.

 
SWAG:

  • Custom Alex's 5k finisher medal to all participants.
  • Alex's 5k tech shirt: 

REGISTRATION FEES:

5K:

  • *Early Bird Registration: $30 through August 31, 2025
  • Early Registration: $35 from September 1 through October 7, 2025.
  • Regular Registration: $40 from October 8 to 31st, 2025.
  • Late Registration: $45.00 for those registering race day, November 1, 2025. 

Virtual 5K:

  • *Early Bird Registration: $30 through August 31, 2025
  • Early Registration: $35 from September 1 through October 7, 2025.
  • Regular Registration: $40 from October 8 to 31, 2025.
  • Late, Race Day Registration on November 1 $45

A discount available to all active HARRA  and BCRR members. Special pricing for PIM participants.  Enter discount code at registration checkout to receive this discount.  Only one coupon code can be used per transaction. *Coupon codes not applicable on Early Bird registration pricing except Autism Speaks and Party in the Park discount codes).

Kids K Fees:

Standard Registration: $15 for kids registered on or before October 31, 2025. 
Late Registration: $20.00 for those registering race day, November 1, 2025.

 

RACE DAY SCHEDULE (Saturday, November 1, 2025):

  • Race Day Packet Pickup -  7:00 - 8:00 AM
  • Kid’s K Start: 8:00 am
  • Wheelchair/Pushrim Start: 8:25 am
  • 5K Start: 8:30 am

 

PACKET PICKUP:

Friday October 31, 11-6PM: Fleet Feet - Greenbriar, 4502 Greenbriar Dr., Houston, TX 77005
Race day registration and packet pickup are available from 6:45-8 am 

 

VOLUNTEERS: If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please sign up on our Volunteer page or email the volunteer coordinator at . Service hour certificates will be provided to those needing them for school credit.

 

DONATIONS AND FUNDRAISING: Consider contributing to our cause via our Donation link.  The race is presented by the Bayou City Road Runners (BCRR), one of the largest running clubs in Houston and an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

SPONSORSHIP: Sponsorship information can be obtained on the race website (www.alex5k.com). For convenience, contributions can be submitted via the donation link on this site. Corporate sponsors please contact the race director directly at info@alex5k.com for more information.

 

COVID-19 POLICY

Our top priority is the well-being of our participants, volunteers, and the members of the communities we serve! We plan to hold this event in person. We are monitoring the situation with COVID-19 in our community carefully and will accommodate any modifications required to hold a safe event. 

If our municipality does not allow large gatherings and this run cannot take place in person, we will switch all to a virtual run option and ensure that you receive your race items whether it be by a packet pick up option or in the mail.

Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' KWelcome to the 15th Annual Alex’s 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K!  Alex’s 5K and Kids' K Run is a fun, family friendly event with a purpose. 100% of the net race profits will go to our designated autism based charities.   We also offer a virtual option for those who wish to participate with the same purpose and enthusiasm from afar. Please join us in running to raise funds for autism charities in our community!   RACE PURPOSE: Alex's 5K is a fun, family friendly event that honors the life of Alex Jamrich by promoting autism awareness and raising money for research and services. Alex was autistic and passed away in 2010 at the age of 17. Lara Allen and the Bayou City Road Runners (BCRR) started the race in 2011.   CHARITIES: 100% of the net race profits will go to autism-based charities. To date, we have donated over $250,000 over the life of the race.  Our race beneficiaries are Avondale House  (Alex's school), the Westview School, and Autism Speaks-Houston More information about our beneficiaries can be obtained through the race website:  www.alex5k.com.   RACE DETAILS: Race Day November 1st, 2025. Avondale House, 3737 O’Meara Drive, Houston, Texas 77025   The VIRTUAL option can be done any time from registration until race day on any course you choose! Virtual participants will be able to submit their race results from November 1 to November 11.  Virtual runners are not eligible for age group awards.  SWAG: Custom Alex's 5k finisher medal to all participants.Alex's 5k tech shirt:  REGISTRATION FEES: 5K: *Early Bird Registration: $30 through August 31, 2025Early Registration: $35 from September 1 through October 7, 2025.Regular Registration: $40 from October 8 to 31st, 2025.Late Registration: $45.00 for those registering race day, November 1, 2025.  Virtual 5K: *Early Bird Registration: $30 through August 31, 2025Early Registration: $35 from September 1 through October 7, 2025.Regular Registration: $40 from October 8 to 31, 2025.Late, Race Day Registration on November 1 $45 A discount available to all active HARRA  and BCRR members. Special pricing for PIM participants.  Enter discount code at registration checkout to receive this discount.  Only one coupon code can be used per transaction. *Coupon codes not applicable on Early Bird registration pricing except Autism Speaks and Party in the Park discount codes). Kids K Fees: Standard Registration: $15 for kids registered on or before October 31, 2025. Late Registration: $20.00 for those registering race day, November 1, 2025.   RACE DAY SCHEDULE (Saturday, November 1, 2025): Race Day Packet Pickup -  7:00 - 8:00 AMKid’s K Start: 8:00 amWheelchair/Pushrim Start: 8:25 am5K Start: 8:30 am   PACKET PICKUP: Friday October 31, 11-6PM: Fleet Feet - Greenbriar, 4502 Greenbriar Dr., Houston, TX 77005Race day registration and packet pickup are available from 6:45-8 am    VOLUNTEERS: If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please sign up on our Volunteer page or email the volunteer coordinator at . Service hour certificates will be provided to those needing them for school credit.   DONATIONS AND FUNDRAISING: Consider contributing to our cause via our Donation link.  The race is presented by the Bayou City Road Runners (BCRR), one of the largest running clubs in Houston and an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible.   SPONSORSHIP: Sponsorship information can be obtained on the race website (www.alex5k.com). For convenience, contributions can be submitted via the donation link on this site. Corporate sponsors please contact the race director directly at info@alex5k.com for more information.   COVID-19 POLICY Our top priority is the well-being of our participants, volunteers, and the members of the communities we serve! We plan to hold this event in person. We are monitoring the situation with COVID-19 in our community carefully and will accommodate any modifications required to hold a safe event.  If our municipality does not allow large gatherings and this run cannot take place in person, we will switch all to a virtual run option and ensure that you receive your race items whether it be by a packet pick up option or in the mail.
Houston, TX

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 6 race distances available for Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K in Houston, TX. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Virtual Kids' K

1K
Distance
1K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual Kids' K

How long is the Virtual Kids' K?
The Virtual Kids' K covers 1K.
What time does the Virtual Kids' K start?
The Virtual Kids' K starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual Kids' K?
Registration for the Virtual Kids' K costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual Kids' K located?
The Virtual Kids' K takes place in Houston, TX.

Virtual 5k

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Houston, TX
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Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual 5k

How long is the Virtual 5k?
The Virtual 5k covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the Virtual 5k start?
The Virtual 5k starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual 5k?
Registration for the Virtual 5k costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual 5k located?
The Virtual 5k takes place in Houston, TX.

Kids' K

1K
Distance
1K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Houston, TX
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Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids' K

How long is the Kids' K?
The Kids' K covers 1K.
What time does the Kids' K start?
The Kids' K starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Kids' K?
Registration for the Kids' K costs $0.00.
Where is the Kids' K located?
The Kids' K takes place in Houston, TX.

Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Houston, TX
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Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division

How long is the Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division?
The Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division start?
The Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division?
Registration for the Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division located?
The Virtual 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division takes place in Houston, TX.

5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Houston, TX
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Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division

How long is the 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division?
The 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division start?
The 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division starts at 8:25:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division?
Registration for the 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division located?
The 5K - Wheelchair/Hand-Cycle/Pushrim Division takes place in Houston, TX.

5K Run/Walk

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Houston, TX
HoustonTX
Alex's 5K Run/Walk & Kids' K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K Run/Walk

How long is the 5K Run/Walk?
The 5K Run/Walk covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K Run/Walk start?
The 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K Run/Walk?
Registration for the 5K Run/Walk costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K Run/Walk located?
The 5K Run/Walk takes place in Houston, TX.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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