Virtual Austin Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO MAKE IT ACROSS YOUR OWN PERSONAL FINISH LINE FROM WHEREVER YOU MAY BE.

Unable to attend in person but still want to be a part of it all? Push yourself to reach your own personal goals from wherever you are.

Engaging in a virtual race is an excellent method of being a part of the action on your own terms. Participants in virtual runs will be given a three-week window to conquer the challenge. Lace up your running shoes and hit the pavement in your local area, at the gym, or on a route of your preference! You can tackle the entire distance in one go or break it down into manageable segments.

Virtual Participants will receive: 

  • Official Event shirt
  • Finisher shirt (26.2 distance only)
  • Goody Bag
  • Finisher Medal
  • Race Bib

How to Participate in the Virtual Run

  • Choose your distance

    5K, Half, or Full Marathon

  • Go for a Run!

    Complete your distance indoors or outdoors.

  • Log Your Time

    Using any device, track your mileage and finishing time.

  • Submit your results

  • Connect with us on Social!

    Tag your running photos on Instagram & Twitter with #RunAustin #RunAustinVirutalSeries

How to Submit Your Finish Time

Completion Timeline: 

February 16 – March 3, 2025

Getting Your Virtual Packet

Virtual packets will be shipped two weeks after the official race date.

Shipping is not available outside the US.

A detailed Austin Marathon 2025 belt buckle medal showcases iconic designs with embossed city landmarks, musical notes, and colorful elements like a guitar and a burger. It hangs in front of a blurred cityscape. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K
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Three smiling marathon runners proudly display their medals after completing the Austin Marathon. Dressed in running attire, they stand together in a celebratory pose. A "PACE 3:25" sign and other participants are visible in the background, debunking common marathon myths. The text "Austin Marathon" is at the bottom. Austin Marathon Half Marathon & 5K