About
Be part of the Austin Marathon Weekend and race The Manzano Mile presented by Dole Packaged Foods benefitting Marathon Kids.
The Manzano Mile is named for 2019 Austin Marathon Official Race Ambassador and 2012 Olympic silver medalist Leo Manzano. Leo is a highly decorated track star, four-time USATF National Champion, seven-time Team USA member, two-time Olympian, and the first Olympic medalist for the USA in the 1500m since 1968.
The Manzano Mile embodies Leo ’s passion for reaching out to the community, specifically to local youth, through health and fitness programs. The event will feature individual waves for Age Groups, Elite Divisions, and a Kids Run.
Marathon Kids is on a mission to get kids moving. Through running, Marathon Kids shows kids they can achieve more than they ever thought possible and put them on the path to healthier lives.
Event participants will receive a one-of-a-kind shirt, snacks, and drinks with registration.
Spectators are welcome to come out, watch the excitement, and visit the Austin Marathon Expo located inside of Palmer Event Center.
“I attribute my ability to finish to my family, friends, and all the wonderful people who have supported me along the way. I want every Austin Marathon participant to feel that same rush at the end of their race. I’m challenging friends, family, and every Austin resident to line the Manzano Mile and watch these runners finish with the heart of a lion!” – Leo Manzano
Online Registration
Event Details
Packet Pick Up
Manzano Mile presented by Dole Packet Pick Up is located near the start line from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Please make sure that you have picked up your packet at least 30 minutes before your wave start. Parents may pick up packets for children under 18 years of age.
WAVES – Starting at 11:00 AM, with waves starting approximately every 15 minutes.
Wave Start Times
| 11:00 a.m. | 29 & Under |
| 11:15 a.m. | 30 – 39 |
| 11:30 a.m. | Masters & Grandmasters (40+) |
| 12:00 p.m. | Kids Run – Future Milers of America |
| 12:30 p.m. | Female Elite |
| 12:45 p.m. | Male Elite |
| 12:45 p.m. | Untimed Run |
Elite Division & Awards
Manzano Mile prize purse:
Overall Champions (open to elite waves only)
1st – $500
2nd – $300
3rd – $200
Masters 40-49 (open to elites and age group participants)
1st male – $150
1st female – $150
Grandmasters 50+ (open to elites age group participants)
1st male – $150
1st female – $150
Elite Athletes must meet the following standards 2 years before Feb. 16, 2019
Male: 4:35
Female: 5:15
Apply to race Manzano Mile as an Elite here
Awards – given to top 3 in each of the following age groups
— 19 & Under
—20-29
—30-39
—Master (40-49)
— Grand Master (50+)
