Houston - HFTC 5k
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 27, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
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About
The Houston - HFTC 5k, the Head for the Cure 5K in Houston, is a 5K (3.1 miles) held on September 26, 2027, with the start at 8:00 a.m.
The event aims to raise awareness and funds for brain tumor research. Proceeds support local initiatives at the MD Anderson Brain & Spine Center and Path to Hope, as well as a range of national brain cancer programs and education efforts.
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