Chevron Houston Marathon course.
The marathon course for 2027 (17 Jan 2027): flat, 50 m of climbing, loop.
MarathonBQ course
- Distance
- 42.195
- kilometers
- Climb
- 50 m
- total ascent
- Descent
- 50 m
- total descent
- Profile
- Flat
- PB territory
- Layout
- Loop
- Road
- Time limit
- 6 h
- to finish
- Start
- 07:00
- local time
- Boston qualifier
- Yes
- times count for Boston
Racing it
Pro tips
- 01
Flat and Fast
The marathon is flat with only 50 m of total climb, so run even splits rather than saving energy for hills. Use the flat profile to lock into goal pace early.
From the elevation profile
- 02
Early Cool Start
The 07:00 start and typical 10C race-day temperature mean cool early miles. Wear disposable layers for the corral and shed them once you warm up.
From the start time, temperature
- 03
Loop Course
The marathon is a loop through Houston's neighborhoods, so you'll cover familiar ground later. Stay patient on the first pass and push the second half.
From the layout, description
- 04
Elite Field
A deep elite field and fast-course reputation can pull you out too quickly. Seed yourself realistically and ignore the lead pack unless you're racing it.
From the description
- 05
Ballot Entry
Entry is by ballot, so once selected, build your winter training around the January 17, 2027 race date. The race offers both Marathon and Half Marathon.
From the entry, distances
Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.