The 10K race and 5K fun run/walk race courses are point-to-point, starting in downtown Houston at the corner of Texas Avenue and Smith Street and finishing at Minute Maid Park.  To ensure everyone's safety, the 2012 event will kick off with the start of the 10K race followed minutes later by the 5K fun run/walk. Expect plenty of hoopla and large crowds of cheering spectators as participants lead the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo parade. 
 
Last year, nearly 13,000 participants took part in the Rodeo Run, raising $360,000 for the Houston Livestock Show and RodeoTM (HLSR) Educational Fund. Since the race began in 1988, the company has raised more than $2.9 million for the benefit of the college scholarship fund.

Course Entertainment:

Music, hoopla teams and thousands of spectators will line the racecourse to cheer and entertain you!

The ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run is famous for Texas hoopla and a festive atmosphere throughout the entire race course. To commemorate our 25th year of the event, we’re hosting local bands along the 10K and 5K race courses.

Course Prohibited:

Headphones are discouraged due to safety reasons.

Baby joggers, roller skates, bicycles or pets are prohibited.

In accordance with the USA Track & Field regulations, wheelchair racers must wear helmets. Hand crank or hand cycle wheelchairs are not allowed.

Course Certification:

The ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run 10K is sanctioned by USA Track & Field and the Gulf Association of USA Track & Field. 10K race participants are expected to strictly adhere to USA Track & Field operating regulations. The 5K fun run/walk is unsanctioned and non-competitive, and fun for the whole family!

Hydration Stations:

Water will be available at the start and finish lines. Additional hydration stations will be set up along the racecourse.

Course First Aid Stations:

First aid stations are located at the start and finish lines. Additionally, emergency medical technicians will be on bicycles along the course.