Austin Marathon Continues Sponsorship with Oskar Blues Brewery

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High Five Events introduces Oskar Blues Brewery as the Official Beer Sponsor for the 2018 Austin Marathon®. For the second year in a row, the Austin Marathon will feature Oskar Blues signature Austin-brewed beers at the finish line festival’s beer garden for finishers 21+.

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2017 Austin Marathon Beer Garden

“Our expanded partnership with the Austin Marathon speaks to the get-up and go attitude that inspired our Austin, Texas, brewery, an intersection of active outdoor efforts shared with music, beer, and good times,” said Chad Melis, Oskar Blues’ marketing director.

Oskar Blues Brewery Austin, the original craft beer in a can, will offer 21+ finishers and spectators their award-winning, Austin-brewed beers on race day. The Austin Marathon’s beer garden will provide runners and their friends and family a place to gather, relax, and enjoy any one of Oskar Blues’ signature craft brews post-race. Available beers include Austin’s own Dale’s Pale Ale, Mama’s Little Yella Pils, Pinner Throwback IPA, and Oskar Blues IPA.

“Last year’s finish line festival beer garden was continuously packed with participants celebrating their Austin Marathon performance,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events. “Runners enjoyed talking about their Austin Marathon accomplishments while drinking Oskar Blues Brewery’s Austin-brewed beers.”

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or 5K.

 

Medicine in Motion Returns as the Austin Marathon’s Official Medical Provider

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High Five Events names Medicine in Motion as the Official Medical Provider for the 2018 Austin Marathon®. For the second year in a row, Medicine in Motion and their experienced team will have an on-course presence throughout the race and at the finish line medical tent.

“We are very excited to return as the official medical provider for the Austin Marathon,” said Dr. Martha Pyron, owner of Medicine in Motion. “We’ll be at the start, along the route, and at the finish line medical tent if you need us. We will bring our best so you can be your best!”

Based in Austin, Texas, Medicine in Motion is a facility for all sports-related injuries, sports evaluations, nutrition and fitness, and performance-based care. They specialize in providing top quality sports medicine healthcare for active individuals of all ages and believe active bodies are healthy bodies. Their mission is to keep you active and healthy.

“Dr. Pyron and her crew at Medicine in Motion set the standard when it comes to sports medicine healthcare in Austin,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events. “Their presence on race day means runners are in good hands should they need medical personnel.”

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or 5K.

Ben Phillips Returns as Official Realtor of 2018 Austin Marathon

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High Five Events announces the return of Ben Phillips – Engel & Völkers Austin as the Official Realtor of the 2018 Austin Marathon®. As the Official Realtor, Phillips is currently giving away two Austin Marathon entries and two Austin Marathon VIP passes. He will also have space at the expo and finish line to talk to athletes about their housing needs.

“As a longtime member of the Austin endurance community, I’m thrilled to return as the Official Realtor of the Austin Marathon,” said Ben Phillips, Real Estate Advisor Engel & Völkers. “It’s an honor to be involved with the City of Austin’s marquee running event, supporting not only Austin runners, but runners from around the world.”

Ben Phillips – Engel & Völkers Austin knows Austin extensively and is a mainstay in the endurance athlete community. Not only does he sponsor various endurance events around town, he often participates in them as well. Phillips uses his real estate experience and knowledge of Austin to help athletes find homes that are within proximity to where they need to train.

“Having Ben back for a second year shows he truly cares about and supports the Austin endurance and fitness community,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events. “Ben is an endurance athlete who knows the City of Austin inside and out and combines his knowledge and real estate experience to serve all of his clients.”

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or 5K.

Austin Marathon Adds Qualcomm as a Sponsor in 2018

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High Five Events introduces Qualcomm Incorporated as a sponsor of 2018 Austin Marathon®. Qualcomm’s support will consist of an aid station for all race participants and hosting a Qualcomm team tent at the finish line festival. Qualcomm Incorporated will also make a $15,000 contribution to Austin Gives Miles, the official charity program of the Austin Marathon.

“Qualcomm’s sponsorship will impact race weekend, support thousands of participants, and positively affect Central Texas charities,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events.

Qualcomm powered the smartphone revolution, pioneered 3G and 4G, connected billions of people, and is now leading the way to 5G and a new era of intelligent, connected devices. Since 2000, more than $335 million combined cash donations have been made to philanthropic organizations by Qualcomm Incorporated and Qualcomm Foundation. During the Austin Marathon, Qualcomm will support up to 15,000 participants through an aid station and will be represented by a team of employees and their families and friends. Qualcomm’s contribution to Austin Gives Miles will positively support the missions of Central Texas nonprofit organizations.

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or 5K.