Houston Corporate 5k

Houston's 'Largest Office Party' will enter its 9th year in 2025.

This after work happy hour event promotes corporate wellness and employee team building in Houston, and is among the largest corporate runs in the country. A record crowd of 10,000 people from 230 Houston Companies participated in 2024!!

This 5K fun run/walk with your co-workers is followed by an exciting outdoor happy hour with refreshments, live entertainment and much more!
‍The 2025 event will be held October 21-23 at Memorial Park!

Start Line Opens at 4pm each day and you have until 6:30pm to go through the start line
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If you'd like to inquire about your company participating in the 2025 Chord 5K, please email your contact information to info@houstoncorporate5k.com or you can schedule a call with us to learn more.

“Chord Energy is proud to serve as the title sponsor of the Houston Corporate 5K,” said Danny Brown, President and CEO of Chord Energy. “This fun event helps promote health and wellness across Houston’s vibrant business community and raises financial support for the Memorial Park Conservancy to assist in its mission to preserve, restore, and enhance Memorial Park for the enjoyment of all Houstonians. We’re honored to be part of an initiative that brings people together and provides a positive impact to the city.”

The partnership between Houston Corporate 5K and Memorial Park Conservancy has generated more than $525,000 in donations since 2017. In 2024, the event raised $125,000 marking the second consecutive year the Houston Corporate 5K has raised over six figures.

“We are incredibly grateful for the support of Houston Corporate 5K, Chord Energy, and the many companies that come together to give back as part of this annual fundraising and wellness event,” said Chris Ballard, President and CEO of Memorial Park Conservancy. “Their commitment helps ensure Memorial Park remains a vibrant and accessible green space for all Houstonians now and for generations to come.”

With corporate wellness becoming increasingly more important, companies are continuing to recognize the benefits of investing in the health and wellbeing of their employees. Studies have shown that employee wellness initiatives like the Chord Energy Houston Corporate 5K not only lead to improved physical health, but also result in reduced healthcare costs, increased productivity, and improved job satisfaction. By prioritizing employee wellbeing, companies can foster a healthier, more engaged workforce that can lead to positive financial benefits and meaningful cultural growth.

“We couldn’t be more excited to have Chord Energy as the title sponsor of this incredible event which has become one of the biggest and most popular races in Houston,” said Adam Levinson, Co-Founder of Run 365, LLC. and the Houston Corporate 5K. “We look forward to building a strong and successful partnership together at one of Houston’s premiere destination spots, Memorial Park.”

For more information about the 2025 Chord Houston Corporate 5K and getting involved, please visit www.houstoncorporate5k.com. For media inquiries, please contact Julia Bernstein at julia@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT HOUSTON CORPORATE 5K

The Chord Energy Houston Corporate 5K is going into its 9th year in 2025. The event was started by Run 365, LLC. in 2017 and has become one of the largest races in Houston with 10,000+ people from over 230 Houston companies participating in 2024. This has also become one of the largest corporate wellness events in the state of Texas. Run 365 was founded in 2016 and owns and operates several running races nationwide.

ABOUT CHORD ENERGY

Chord Energy Corporation is an independent exploration and production company with quality and sustainable long-lived assets primarily in the Williston Basin. The Company is uniquely positioned with a best-in-class balance sheet and is focused on rigorous capital discipline and generating free cash flow by operating efficiently, safely and responsibly to develop its unconventional onshore oil-rich resources in the continental United States. For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.chordenergy.com.

ABOUT MEMORIAL PARK CONSERVANCY

Memorial Park Conservancy is a non-profit organization created to restore, preserve, and enhance Memorial Park for the enjoyment of all Houstonians, today and tomorrow. Founded in 2000, the Conservancy’s vision is to implement the principles of world-class park management and stewardship in partnership with the Houston community. Board Chair Veronica Chapa Gorczynski leads a volunteer Board of Directors, and a highly qualified staff works under the leadership of President and CEO Chris Ballard. Memorial Park Conservancy is responsible for managing 1,100 of the Park’s 1,500 acres. Please visit their website for more information at memorialparkconservancy.org.

2025 Race Swag

‍The Chord Energy Houston Corporate 5K is Houston's premier corporate wellness event! Our 5K run/walk is designed to promote fitness and wellness in the workplace while encouraging team building and community engagement. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey, the Houston Corporate 5K is the perfect opportunity to challenge your colleagues in a fun and supportive environment. With proceeds benefiting Memorial Park, you can feel good knowing that you're making a positive impact in the Houston community. Register today and join us for a one-of-a-kind wellness experience that you won't forget!

2025 Schedule

Memorial Park

October 21 - 23, 2025
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm each day
*Hospitality Village Closes at 7:30 pm
**Raffle Prize giveaways from the Texas Capital Bank Stage at 5:15 and 6:15 each day
This Houston corporate wellness and team building event will be spread over a 3 day period with a 2.5 hour window each day for company team members to start their run or walk.

Letter from the Mayor

letter from City of Houston Mayor about 2024 race

Introduction Video

Why Should Your Company Join This Event?

The simple answer is it's a ton of fun and you are supporting a great cause, but most importantly you are supporting the wellbeing of your employees. More specifically, corporate wellness has become increasingly important in Houston in recent years, as companies continue to recognize the benefits of investing in the health and wellbeing of their employees. Studies have shown that employee wellness initiatives like the Chord Houston Corporate 5K not only lead to improved physical health but also result in reduced healthcare costs, increased productivity, and improved job satisfaction.

By prioritizing the wellbeing of their employees, companies can improve the health and happiness of their workforce and see positive impacts on their bottom line.

Charitable Beneficiary

Get ready to run for a great cause! By signing up and securing your spot for this event, you'll not only enjoy a thrilling company experience, but you'll also be directly contributing to the Memorial Park Conservancy's efforts to preserve and enhance the park for the enjoyment of all Houstonians. In 2024, we raised $125,000, the second year in a row we've raised over six figures. Since the event's start in 2017, we've raised over $500,000! So don't miss your chance to make a difference while having a blast at the 2025 Chord Houston Corporate 5K.