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
Large field
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Excellent spectator turnout
This race qualifies for the Boston Marathon
Race Weekend
Other distances available
Notable Landmarks
Downtown Houston skyline
Buffalo Bayou
Houston Heights
Memorial Park
Galleria area
Houston, TX, United States
US
Based on nearby accommodations
The race offers a booking portal with partner hotel options
- No specific restrictions beyond minimum age; open to all runners able to finish within the cutoff time.
- Standard photo ID for packet pickup; no medical certificate required.
- General entry via online registration; charity entries and legacy program available.
Cancellation & Refunds
Policy details
No refunds. Deferrals allowed only under limited conditions each year (subject to change). Entry is non-transferable.
Features a large expo, strong elite competition, and excellent spectator support. One of the fastest winter marathons in North America.
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