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Smilin' Rylen Run
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Smilin' Rylen Run

Katy, Texas, United States View on map
Apr 24, 2027 (America/Chicago local time)
Running

About this race

Join us on Saturday, April 24, 2027, as we come together to celebrate Rylen's life, honor the gift of organ donation, and support families in need.

Rylen, whose joyful spirit and contagious smile earned him the nickname "Smilin' Rylen," gained his angel wings on June 5, 2017, at just 13½ months old after a courageous battle with bacterial meningitis. Though his time with us was far too short, Rylen's impact continues to be felt every day.

Through the incredible gift of organ donation, Rylen was able to save five lives, leaving a legacy of hope that continues to inspire others.

We celebrate Rylen with everything ORANGE, a color that represents happiness, hope, and the bright light he brought to everyone around him.

The mission of the Smilin' Rylen Foundation is to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation while providing support and assistance to families facing times of crisis.

The Cowan family extends their heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions and continued support. Thank you for helping us honor Rylen's legacy and the lives he saved. We hope you'll join us as we celebrate his life and continue spreading hope through the gift of organ donation.

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Running

10K In-Person

Apr 24, 2027 10K 8:15 AM
$45.00
Open

5K In-Person

Apr 24, 2027 5K 8:15 AM
$35.00
Open

1 Mile In-Person Run/Walk

Apr 24, 2027 1.6K 9:45 AM
$25.00
Open

10K Virtual

Apr 24, 2027 10K 8:15 AM
$45.00
Open

5K Virtual

Apr 24, 2027 5K 8:15 AM
$35.00
Open

1 Mile Virtual

Apr 24, 2027 1.6K 8:15 AM
$25.00
Open

Typical race-day weather

Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Katy, plus the 3 days either side.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-week average) 20.0° / Maximum temperature (race-week average) 27.7°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 20.0° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 32.5°
Peak wind (km/h)
Strongest wind of the day (race-week average)
22.1
Precip (mm)
Precipitation over the day (race-week average)
3.6mm
Humidity
Mean relative humidity (race-week average)
78.2%
Sunrise
Sunrise at the start line on April 24, 2027 (CDT)
Sunset
Sunset at the start line on April 24, 2027 (CDT)
Daylight
Hours between sunrise and sunset on race day
13h 08m

The sun rises at 6:47 AM and sets at 7:55 PM local time (CDT) in Katy on April 24, 2027 — 13h 08m of daylight.

Course

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  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 29 Katy events

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