Austin Marathon Registration Policy
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- All emails regarding transfer options, deferrals, or refunds will be automatically redirected to this page.
- Standard Entries are non-refundable. There are no refunds or deferrals.
- Merchandise, including photo packages and name plates, is not eligible for refunds.
- Refunds are only available if you purchased Spot registration protection coverage.
- All changes to registration must be completed through the official Austin Marathon process.
- Unauthorized bib sales or transfers will result in disqualification and banning of all involved parties from future events.
- No changes are allowed after 3:00 PM on the Saturday before the event.
- Policies and dates may be updated at any time at the discretion of the event. Transfers may be closed in the event of a sold out event/distance.
All registration changes are made by logging into your EventDog account.
Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) Registration protection (CFAR) is offered at time of registration.
- To see if you purchased coverage, log in to your EventDog.com account and check your registration merchandise.
- If you purchased Spot CFAR Protection, submit claims by following the steps below. If you cannot find your spot account you can email spot@getspot.com.
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- Please log in to your Spot Account.
- Navigate to the coverage for your purchase, click “Request Refund”.
- Complete the refund request flow and submit the payoff quote.
- Spot will reach out via email to confirm that your Booking cancellation has been processed.
- Following this confirmation, Spot will issue you a refund within 72-96 hours.
- Registration Protection cannot be purchased after registration has been completed.
- Merchandise, including photo packages and name plates, is not eligible for refunds.
If You Did Not Purchase Registration Protection
You may choose one of the following options:
- Transfer to another distance
- Transfer to the Virtual Austin Marathon
- Transfer to the Spurs Austin International Half (January 18, 2026)
- Transfer your entry to another person (official bib transfer)
To use any of these options:
- Log in to your EventDog.com account.
- Select your Austin Marathon registration, then carefully choose the transfer or change option that best fits your situation.
- Once submitted, your selection is final and cannot be reversed.
Please review all details for each option as explained below before confirming your change.
Option 1: Transfer to Another Distance (Same Event Weekend)
- Switch between Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K through your account.
- No refunds for moving to a shorter distance.
- Merchandise purchases and transaction fees are non-refundable.
Distance Change Fees
Transfer Type |
Through November 30 |
December 1 – February 15 |
| Transferring down distance | $35 | $65 |
| Transferring up | $35 + price difference | $65 + price difference |
Option 2: Transfer to the Virtual Event
- Switch your standard entry to the Virtual Austin Marathon at no cost.
- Full virtual details are here.
- Virtual packets begin shipping after event weekend.
- Virtual switches made after January 1 may experience delayed processing and shipping.
CLOSED —- Option 3: Transfer to the Spurs Austin International Half
Move your Austin Marathon entry to the Spurs Austin International Half Marathon which takes place on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Fees:
Through November 30 |
December 1 – Jan 17 @ 3:00 PM |
| $35 + price difference | $45 + price difference |
CLOSED —- Option 4: Transfer to Another Person
- All bib transfers must be completed through the official transfer process on EventDog.com.
- We are not responsible for any payments or agreements made outside this process.
- Participating with a bib that has not been officially transferred will result in disqualification and banning of both parties from future events.
- The transferred bib cannot change distances, if they wish they can go through the process of distance transfers as outlined above.
- Event merchandise is tied to the registration and moves with the bib to the replacement runner; it cannot be refunded, exchanged, or separated.
- The replacement runner must:
- Use the official transfer link sent after approval.
- Complete their own registration.
- Pay the transfer fee.
- All bib transfers are final.
Bib Transfer Fees
Through November 30 |
December 1 – January 30 |
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| Marathon | $45 | $79 |
| Half marathon | $35 | $69 |
| 5K | $19 | $39 |
No transfers after January 30,2026.