2023 Course

The 2.5 mile course starts and finishes on the north side of Zilker Park (about 200 meters east of the volleyball courts). The post-race party is conveniently located right next to the finish line where trees, the Zilker lawn and team tents create a festive atmosphere.

Please see the site map for parking areas.

Additional transportation notes to consider:

• Designated drivers are awesome
• Bus #30 Runs right by the park
• Carpooling is appreciated

Info on Bike Commuting

• http://www.austintexas.gov/page/trail-directory
• We have bike racks for bike commuters: They will be located by the packet-pick up tent. Find out more about bike commuting: http://www.austintexas.gov/department/bicycle

Racing for Oofos Sandals & Bragging Rights!

• Open Men
• Open Women
• Open Co-Ed (at least 2 women per team)
• Open Mixed (any combo of male /female /non-binary)
• Masters Men (All male, 40+)
• Masters Women (All female, 40+)
• Masters Co-Ed ((at least 2 women per team - all participants 40+)
• Masters Mixed (any combo of male /female /non-binary - all participants 40+)
• Employee Related Group (Any business, company, organizations, volunteer groups, city/state/government entities, etc)
• Training Group, Club or Store
• Just For Fun (NOT ELIGIBLE for awards)

Who should participate?
Anyone who wants to combine a fun run around Zilker park with great friends, Tacodeli and live music! All faces and paces are welcome.

Do I need to find all 3 of my teammates?
Yes. Team captains are responsible for filling their teams. All teams are required to have 4 runners to participate. Runners may run for more than one team, but must pay an additional entry fee to do so.

Can children participate in the Zilker Relays?
Definitely, if they can make it 2.5 miles on their own. If they're not quite ready for a full relay, we have a Kid's Mile for children 17 and younger. Note that this run is an out and back so participants can run any distance they’d like.

What is included in my registration?
We provide chip timing using a relay baton, an awesome Zilker Relays t-shirt, Tacodeli dinner, and drinks at the finish line for all race participants.

Can family and friends hang out and support me?
Heck yes! We encourage it! We are bringing back the post-race beer garden thanks to our friends at Real Ale. The beer is free to all and is NOT a condition of your entry. If friends/family would like to eat, they can purchase a meal ticket prior to the event. No onsite sales available for meal tickets.

Are the Zilker Relays associated with a charity?
We are partnering with Marathon Kids. We believe in getting kids excited about running and building great communities.

Do I need to buy a meal ticket if I'm on a team?
No. Your race entry gets you full access to the race, the dinner, the band and all other race amenities. Beer is not part of the race amenities, and is available for anyone of legal drinking age possessing a valid ID.

What is the COVID policy?
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public space where people are present. By attending the Zilker Relays, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

For more information go to the City of Austin Center for Events

Are the Zilker Relays a timed event?
Yes. All runners are chip timed.

How much is registration?
$60 Per Person = Team Entry $180 until July 1st
Race registration will increase after July 1st

What’s your refund policy?
The Zilker Relays has a NO REFUND policy. ENTRY FEES AND DONATIONS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE for any reason. This policy applies regardless of whether you become injured, have an unexpected business/family emergency, pregnancy, travel issues, weather cancellation, etc. There are NO exceptions. Any inquiry regarding this policy will be directed back to this statement.

What if I still have questions?
We’re happy to help you out! You can email races@austinrunners.org and we’ll get back to you ASAP.