Name: Smilin' Rylen Run
Start: 2027-04-24
End: 2027-04-24
Location: Katy

About the Event

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.

Races Offered

1 Mile Virtual

Apr 24, 2027

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$25.00

10K In-Person

Apr 24, 2027

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$45.00

10K Virtual

Apr 24, 2027

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$45.00

5K In-Person

Apr 24, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$35.00

5K Virtual

Apr 24, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$35.00

1 Mile In-Person Run/Walk

Apr 24, 2027

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Running

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09:45

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$25.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Katy.

thermostat Temperature

17.1° / 26.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

16.2° / 25.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 15m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.7 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

74.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:55

nightlight Sunset

19:50

About Katy

Learn more about the host city, Katy.

Katy is a town in Southeastern Texas, just west of Houston, with rich history and a little bit of small town charm. It used to be a railroad town along the Missouri–Kansas–Texas railroad. In the 1960s, Houston started growing, eventually making Katy part of its surrounding area. Katy is a place to see for its heritage and historical sights, as well as other attractions to visit, with many being more popular than historical locations.