Houston's 12K of Christmas

Houston, Texas

DATE:: Saturday, December 20, 2025
TIME:: 7:30 AM UTC
LOCATION:: Houston, Texas
DISTANCES:: 5 Events: 6K, 12K, 6K, 1K, 12K

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Location: Houston, Texas

About Houston's 12K of Christmas

2025 represents our 13th year of spreading holiday cheer through running! It's been fun! This year is sure to be the best yet so register now to reserve your spot in Houston's Christmas Running Tradition: Houston's 12K of Christmas!

Don’t miss this fun, Christmas-themed Houston 12K & 6K run that the whole family can enjoy! We will have hot cocoa, appearances by jolly old St. Nick and his elves, Christmas carolers, and much more holiday fun! This race also concludes our Houston Holiday Series coming in at number 9. How many races did you run?!

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 5 race distances available for Houston's 12K of Christmas in Houston, TX. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

6K Run

Distance: 6K
Start Time: 7:30 AM UTC

12K Run

12K

Distance: 12K
Start Time: 7:30 AM UTC

Virtual 6K

Distance: 6K
Start Time: 9:15 AM UTC

Kids + Family Fun Run

Distance: 1K
Start Time: 9:15 AM UTC

Virtual 12K

12K

Distance: 12K
Start Time: 9:15 AM UTC

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About Houston's 12K of Christmas

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