VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood)

VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood) is a charity run and walk held in Friendswood, Texas, on November 7, 2026, starting at 7:45 a.m. The 5K covers 3.1 miles on a scenic route through old town Friendswood, and it supports Veteran College Grants, which helps veterans and their families with education. The event is open to families and pets, so nobody in the household has to be left behind.

A post-race festival follows with music, a coffee stand, face painting for children and a farmers market, which makes staying afterwards worthwhile. As a road 5K it is an accessible first race, and the training required is modest: three or four runs a week for a month. If you are bringing a dog, line up toward the back so the opening quarter-mile stays clear.