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September 08, 2023
6:00 PM
Zilker Metropolitan Park
2100 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704
10-Mile Relay Race
(2.5 mile legs)
We look forward to kicking off the 2023 fall racing season in Austin with the 20th Zilker Relays.
The Zilker Relays is a 10-mile race with teams comprised of 4 runners. Each participant runs a 2.5 mile loop from one central festival/transition area. The team concept of the Zilker Relays is not unique, but the combination of a relay, festival home base, drinks and music, make this experience a favorite for runners of all calibers and ages.
You don’t have to train like a marathoner for this one. All you have to do is be willing to run/jog/walk/stroll 2.5 miles, enjoy live music and great food and get 3 of your siblings/kids/buddies/colleagues to come join you for this one of a kind running experience.
10 Mile Relay. 4 Person Teams. 2.5 Mile Legs.
Complete with Fun, Food, Music & Drink
Zilker Relays started in 2003 and is known as the Kick-off Race to the Running Season. It is an iconic Austin event where teams compete in different categories to claim bragging rights as the fastest team in town.
After the race enjoy the festival with live music, drinks by Real Ale Brewing Company, dinner by Taco Deli, and prizes by Balega, OOFOS, Trigger Point, and more!
All proceeds from the event will benefit Marathon Kids, an Austin-based nonprofit on a mission to get kids moving.
Packets are to be picked up by one member of each team on race day.
LIMITED TO FIRST 1800 RUNNERS - No Exceptions. We want to keep our event manageable and focused on the running and fitness community, so we are limiting registration.
2022 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.
We have plenty of places to park…
Parking Notes:
Info on Bike Commuting
Who Should Participate
Anyone who wants to combine a fun run around Zilker park with great friends, Tacodeli and live music.
Do I need to find all 4 of my teammates?
Yes. All captains are responsible for finding and filling their teams. All teams are required to have 4 Runners to participate. Runners may run for more than one team, but must pay additional entry fee.
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 Relay for children 12 and younger...sign up for the Zilker Kids Relay...teams of 4 kids each run a much abbreviated course of ~150 meters.
What is included for my registration?
We provide chip timing, an awesome Zilker Relays T-shirt, Tacodeli dinner and Nuun at the finish line for all race participants.
Free beer is for anyone of legal drinking age with a valid ID and is NOT a condition of your race entry.
We also have a concert in the park after the relay, so bring your blankets and lawn chairs and prepare for some fun live music with Type A !
Can family and friends hang out and support me?
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?
Definitely. 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.
Covid-19 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?
$70 Per Person after Aug 17th
$60 Per Person through Aug 16th
$50 Per Person through July 24th
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.
Why didn’t you answer my question?
We’re truly sorry. If there is something else you’d like to ask please feel free to reach us directly at info@zilkerrelays.com.
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Looking for a team, or in need of a teammate? We can help try to connect you.
TEAM UP and we’ll help bring people and teams together.
Not quite ready for 2.5 miles on those little legs? Don’t worry! We have an event for kids 12 and under.
All legs are approximately 150 meters.
Yes. We’ll be bringing back the beer garden thanks to our friends at Real Ale Brewing Company and have Live Music!
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