Chevron Houston Marathon
Fast and Flat in the Heart of Houston.
Race day
11
Jan 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Chevron Houston Marathon took place on January 11, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
See the 2027 Chevron Houston MarathonFast and Flat in the Heart of Houston.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 11 January 2026Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Start time | 06:55 local (America/Chicago)Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 5KCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Location | Houston, Texas, United StatesCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Start area | George R. Brown Convention Center, Congress & Fannin, Houston, TXConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Entry price | $160–$210Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · USATF certifiedCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 25 mCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Field size | About 25,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Organizer | Houston Marathon CommitteeCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Official website | chevronhoustonmarathon.comOrganizer · 16 Jun 2026 | Organizer | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 16 Jun 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 16 Jun 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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One of the largest and fastest marathon courses in the U.S., ideal for Boston qualifying times.
Is this race a fit?
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Best For
Runners comparing a listed Boston qualifier
Chevron Houston Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K options around Houston, Texas, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
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A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Chevron Houston Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Houston, Texas, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Chevron Houston Marathon is currently listed for January 11, 2026, which makes the January planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Houston, Texas, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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