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RUN AUSTIN® Launch Week with Austin Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K & Austin International Half

Welcome to RUN AUSTIN® Launch Week — your official starting line for the Austin Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and the Austin International Half! This isn’t just registration opening; it’s a weeklong celebration of Austin’s vibrant running culture. 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.

Plan Your Week: Save Your Favorite Activities

Don’t miss a beat! We’ve made it easy to plan your perfect Launch Week:

  • Check out the full calendar of group runs, pop-ups, and daily surprises. Meet new running crews that fit your vibe, your pace, and your goals.
  • Pick your favorite giveaway day and register for your chance to win big.

Why Register During RUN AUSTIN® Launch Week?

Early registration is more than just locking in your spot — it’s about kickstarting your journey. When you register now:

  • 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 Launch Week giveaways (trust us, you don’t want to miss these!).

  • For every person who registers during Launch Week, we’ll donate an entry to the Run Forward program — up to 500 entries — helping make marathons accessible to everyone.

  • A person in a flame-headed blue mascot costume poses with a smiling woman in athletic gear near the marathon finish line, where runners enjoyed Snow Cones on Trail at the outdoor event. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A shirtless, tattooed man flexes his arm and smiles beside the Austin Blaze mascot—blue-bodied with fiery yellow hair—at a marathon event finish line, where participants celebrate and enjoy Snow Cones on Trail in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A person in a blue flame-themed mascot costume labeled "Austin Blaze" poses with one arm raised at an outdoor event, standing by a colorful inflatable arch and the Snow Cones on Trail ice cream truck. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A group of marathon runners pose smiling under an Austin Marathon archway, joined by two mascots—one a blue flame character, the other a gray animal in a blue shirt—with Snow Cones on Trail stands nearby. The sun is shining and trees fill the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A smiling runner poses between two mascots in costume at a race finish line, celebrating with Snow Cones on Trail. One mascot is blue with a flame head, the other is a gray bat holding a "FREE SQUAD" sign. An inflatable arch and trees are in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • Two mascots in costume pose for a selfie at an outdoor event, with vibrant arches behind them. The blue flame-haired mascot and the gray mouse in a blue shirt celebrate the fun of Snow Cones on Trail. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • Four runners stand smiling together outdoors at a race event, holding water bottles. They wear athletic clothes and sneakers, with trees, a blue sky, and Snow Cones on Trail banners visible among other participants in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A smiling runner stands between two colorful mascots at the finish line of the Austin Marathon, under an arch that reads "RUN AUSTIN," with Snow Cones on Trail nearby. Other people and trees are visible in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A group of smiling runners poses outdoors with a person in a blue flame mascot costume. Clutching water bottles and enjoying Snow Cones on Trail, they stand in athletic gear with trees and buildings in the background on a sunny day. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • Four smiling people in athletic wear stand close together outdoors on a sunny day, appearing happy after a run or workout—perhaps celebrating with snow cones on trail. Trees and other people are visible in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • An older woman in athletic gear smiles while holding a snow cone and a cup, standing outdoors near a table with snacks and drinks. Another person in athletic wear walks behind her—enjoying Snow Cones on Trail on a sunny day. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • Two women in athletic wear smile and pose together under a purple and blue “Austin Marathon” archway at the finish line, with other participants, a child, and Snow Cones on Trail stands visible in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A large pink and blue inflatable arch with the words "RUN AUSTIN" in bold white letters stands outdoors beneath a blue sky, inviting runners to enjoy Snow Cones on Trail amid the trees. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • An older woman with curly blonde hair, wearing a "WILDCATS" running tank, smiles while holding a blue and white cap outdoors on a sunny day, enjoying Snow Cones on Trail with buildings and greenery in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A hand holds a sticker that reads “2025 Run Austin” with a cartoon character and disco ball graphic, against a blurred outdoor background with trees, a red vertical banner, and hints of Snow Cones on Trail festivities. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A smiling woman in a pink tank top and cap holds a blue cup and a small cartoon cat sticker, enjoying Snow Cones on Trail outdoors on a sunny day. She wears sunglasses on her head and sits on grass with trees behind her. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • Four women in athletic wear stand outside on a sunny day, smiling and holding colorful snow cones on the trail. Trees and people relaxing are visible in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • A man and woman in athletic wear stand outdoors on a dirt path, smiling and holding snow cones on trail. The man is shirtless, and both wear hats. Other people and trees are visible in the background on a sunny day. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • Four people in athletic wear stand outdoors, smiling and holding colorful drinks—Snow Cones on Trail—suggesting they just finished a run or race. Trees and fellow participants can be seen in the background. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
  • Six smiling runners pose under a colorful "Run Austin" arch, flanked by two mascots—one blue with a flame head and another gray with large ears. Everyone looks happy, dressed in athletic gear, ready to enjoy Snow Cones on Trail after the race. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
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Terms & Conditions Launch Week Giveaways

  1. 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”).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Non-Transferable: Daily Prizes cannot be transferred, substituted, or redeemed for cash.
  5. Exclusivity: Daily Prizes cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts, or promotions.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
Register for Austin Marathon, Half or 5K

February 15, 2026

Register for Austin International Half

January 18, 2026