RUN AUSTIN® Kickoff Week with Austin Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K & Spurs Austin International Half
Welcome to RUN AUSTIN® Kickoff Week — were we prepare you to kick off your training for the Austin Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and the Spurs Austin International Half! Whether you’re chasing your first finish line or adding another medal to your collection, this is your moment.
Expect daily group runs, exciting giveaways, and can’t-miss activities that bring the running community closer than ever.
Why Register During RUN AUSTIN® Kickoff Week?
When you register now:
- Save Up to 40% Off final pricing on both of Austin’s top running events
- Fuel your motivation from day one.
- Get your crew together and start training with your friends.
- Join an electrifying community that will keep you inspired all the way to race day.
- Access exclusive Kickoff Week Giveaways (trust us, you don’t want to miss these!)
Explore Everything Happening During Kickoff Week
Support Dell Children’s: Donate Old Shoes & Get 15% off at Meanwhile Brewing
Giveaway: Grand Prize Giveaway
Grand Prize – Worth Over $3,000!
🎽 2 free entries to the Spurs Austin International Half
🏃♂️ 2 entries to the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, Half Marathon or 5K
🏨 2-night stay during race weekend at the Holiday Inn Express NW Arboretum — courtesy of Austin Sports Commission + Pathfinder Hospitality
🏀 2 tickets to the Spurs I-35 Series in Austin, Texas in February
🎸 2 tickets to see Kingfish live at the Paramount Theatre
📅 1 month free training plan from The Run Plan
💆 $100 gift card for a massage from Brave New Love
🍖 $100 gift card to Fogo de Chão for dinner celebrations
🍓 GOOD GOOD Goodie pack featuring 12 jams + surprise extras
⌚ Garmin Vivomove Trend from PNC Bank
🎒 1 SPIbelt Run Belt the ultimate running accessory
🏞 2 Limited Edition Run Austin Zilker Belts
📸 Photo package from Finisher Pix, race-day glory shots included
💧 BPN product pack with hydration + fuel
🥤 2 Run Austin Yetis to keep your drinks icy cold
All Week Long!
Clear out those closets, Austin! During Kickoff Week (Sept. 9–20), drop your old sneakers in our Sneakers4Good bins at Meanwhile Brewing. Every pair will be recycled and a donation will be made support for Dell Children’s Medical Center right here in Austin.
As a thank you, enjoy 15% off your tab at Meanwhile Brewing when you donate.
Day 1: Tuesday, September 9th
Elevate your running game with a free 1-month training session, courtesy of The Run Plan. Sign up today to take advantage!
Day 2: Wednesday, September 10th
Win 2 goodie packs filled with 12 delicious jams and extra surprises from GOOD GOOD. Plus, five Zilker Belts are up for grabs to give your outfit a stylish touch. Plus, Snag a BOGO deal on GOOD GOOD products. Head to the jams and spreads aisle and take advantage of this sweet offer while supplies last. Terms & Conditions | Store locator
Day 3: Thursday, September 11th
Get a chance to win back your race entry, thanks to PNC’s giveaway! Also, 50 “Blast from the Past” Austin Marathon Yetis are ready to keep you cool and legendary. Don’t miss out!
Day 4: Friday, September 12th
Enhance your running experience with 3 Run Austin Accessory Packs from Fleet Feet. Feeling fashionable? Snag one of three $100 Alter Ego gift cards to upgrade your wardrobe.
Day 5: Saturday, September 13th
The Austin Sports Commission is offering a luxurious 2-night stay at the Fairmont for marathon weekend winners. And indulge your palate with gift cards from Fogo de Chao. Oh, and don’t forget to visit Auditorium Shores for some FREE Snowcones from 8-10 am!
Day 6: Sunday, September 14th
Capture race day moments with FinisherPix, offering 5 photo packages to create lasting memories. Also, 300 QR codes for a 1-month Outside trial await!
Day 7: Monday, September 15th
Fuel your performance with 3 BPN Endurance Stacks and push your limits beyond expectations!
Day 8: Tuesday, September 16th
Closing out with a chance to win 1 of 200 SPIbelts, the ultimate running accessory.
Terms & Conditions Launch Week Giveaways
- Eligibility: To be eligible for the Daily Prizes, participants must register for either the Austin Marathon, Austin Half Marathon, or Austin International Half on the specific day the prize is offered (“Prize Day”).
- Entry: Each participant who registers for one of the specified events on the Prize Day will automatically be entered to win the prize for that day.
- One Prize Per Participant: Participants may only win one Daily Prize during the entire promotion period. Once a participant wins a Daily Prize, they are no longer eligible to win prizes on subsequent days.
- Non-Transferable: Daily Prizes cannot be transferred, substituted, or redeemed for cash.
- Exclusivity: Daily Prizes cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts, or promotions.
- Notification: Winners will be notified via the email provided during registration after the close of Kickoff Week. If a winner does not respond within 48 hours of the notification, the prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected.
- Prize Items: Prizes are subject to availability and may vary based on the sizing needs of the winners. We will match the prizes as closely as possible to the originally offered items, based on what is available at the time.