Memorial Park Running Complex Grand Opening

Join us on Saturday, November 4, from 10AM – 2PM for the highly anticipated Grand Opening of the Running Complex! The Running Complex is a major programmatic hub and access point on the south side of Memorial Park. With amenities including the 400-meter Roy H. Cullen Timing Track, viewing decks, an event plaza, gathering spaces, trails, and more, the Running Complex is designed to be a central gathering spot for all types of Park users, while serving as a new gateway to enjoy the Bayou Wilds trails of Memorial Park.

The event will begin at 10AM and will include brief remarks and a ceremonial ribbon cutting from project partners starting at 10:30AM. Immediately following the ribbon cutting, children under the age of 12 are invited to join the “Kid’s Dash” and be among the first to experience the new 400-meter Roy H. Cullen Timing Track. All participants will receive a special prize. The fun doesn’t stop with the ribbon cutting! Listen to tunes while you peruse our Vendor Village and enjoy food-to-purchase from local food carts with vegan-friendly options.

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EVENT PARKING

Free and paid parking in Memorial Park will be available first come, first served as usual, with the following exceptions:

• Picnic Loop will be closed to public parking

• The Cullen Running Trails Center parking lot will be closed to public parking; however, the building will be open for restroom access, and for visitor information.

BICYCLE PARKING

More information to come.

PET POLICY

Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times. Dogs and their owners must stay on the designated paths.

HELP US GROW

Help this dynamic new space grow! Please stay on designated new paths inside the event zones.

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT PERMITTED IN MEMORIAL PARK:

• No glass containers
• No smoking
• No drones, remote control aircraft, or other similar devices

The Running Complex is a project in the Memorial Park Ten-Year Plan and is delivered in partnership with Memorial Park Conservancy, Kinder Foundation, Houston Parks and Recreation Department, and Uptown Houston.