The University Run hosted by Rice University Athletics, formerly Bayou Bucket 10K, 5K, and KidsK, is back!  Students, alumni, and fans are invited to participate and contend for your alma mater! Who will you represent? 

WE'VE GOT SPIRIT, YES WE DO! WE'VE GOT SPIRIT HOW 'BOUT YOU? Show us your school spirit, come dressed to impress, and represent your favorite college.

Join us for a beautiful run through Rice University, sprint down the hill, to the 50 yard line, and  race to the finish, a jumbotron finish! Be sure to look up! Your friends and family will be in the stands cheering you on!
PACKET PICK-UP

Saturday, September 23, 2023
Sun & Ski Sports
6100 Westheimer Rd. 
​Houston, TX 77057
10PM-3PM

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​PARKING
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Free parking is available at the GREENBRIAR LOT on the Rice University Campus. Click here for Google Map directions to the lot at Greenbriar Dr. & University Blvd.  
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COURSE

Click here to download the course map. 
For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, no pets, skates or bicycles are permitted on the course. 
​AWARDS

Top 3 Male and Female Overall for the 5K and 10K
Top 3 Male and Female Masters for the 5K and 10K
Age Group Awards will be mailed post event. 
DATE & TIME
Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023
7:30 AM - 5K/10K Start
9:30 AM - Kids K Start

LOCATION
Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston, TX 77005
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DISTANCE
5K, 10K & KIDS K/Family Walk

EVENT SWAG
Unisex participant shirt
Finisher's Medal

COST
$45/50/55/60 - 10K
$35/40/45/50 - 5K
$20/25 - Kids K/ Family