Celebrate the New Year on two feet at the Texas Marathon & Half Marathon in Kingwood, TX, beginning with a flat and fast marathon at 8:00 AM CST, followed by the half marathon at 8:15 AM CST.
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This locally organized race takes place on the Kingwood greenbelt trail system, beginning and ending near St. Martha Catholic School at 2411 Oak Shores Dr. The out-and-back loops—four for the full marathon and two for the half—unfold entirely on shaded, paved concrete trail, ideal for pace-minded runners looking for a Boston-qualifier or PR-friendly start to the year.
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Each distance is capped at 400 runners, preserving a quiet, personal field and minimizing crowd congestion at aid zones. Timing is chip-based, and every finisher receives a large medal and Squeezy-branded swag. No-drop policy extends to volunteer options, and proceeds benefit charitable efforts such as the Global Wheelchair Mission .
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What the event lacks in spectator spectacle, it gains in simplicity and substance: consistent pacing routes, high shade coverage, and quiet Texas scenery with minimal traffic. Combine that with a small-field vibe, clear start windows, and locals-first affordability—and you’ve got a race that delivers marathon tradition without the marathon crowds.
