Chevron Houston Marathon
The Lowdown
The Chevron Houston Marathon is one of the largest and most competitive winter marathons in the U.S. Known for its flat, fast course and enthusiastic crowd support, it offers ideal conditions for PR attempts. The event features an expo, extensive race weekend logistics, and a strong elite field each year.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
Major marathon
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Excellent spectator turnout
Registration open for 2027 Chevron Houston Marathon
Jun 23, 2026General registration is open for the 55th annual Chevron Houston Marathon (Jan 17, 2027) and the 26th annual Aramco Houston Half Marathon. Race weekend runs January 15–17, 2027. Cap of 27,000 participants.
Boston Qualifier
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Downtown Houston skyline
Buffalo Bayou
Houston Heights
Memorial Park
Galleria area
Other distances available during the event weekend:
Houston, TX, United States
US
Average rate for 3-star accommodations near the start line
Eligibility
- No specific restrictions beyond minimum age; open to all runners able to finish within the cutoff time.
Required Documents
- Standard photo ID for packet pickup; no medical certificate required.
Entry Methods
- General entry via online registration; charity (Run for a Reason), HERO, legacy, and FFR programs available.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
No refunds. Deferrals allowed only under limited conditions each year (subject to change). Entry is non-transferable.
55th annual edition. Features a large expo, strong elite competition, and excellent spectator support. One of the fastest winter marathons in North America. Cap of 27,000 participants.
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