Statesman Cap10K (Capitol 10,000)
Course HighlightsThe Statesman Cap10K launches from the iconic Congress Avenue Bridge with sweeping views of Lady Bird Lake and the Austin skyline. Runners travel west through downtown, past the newly renovated Waterloo Neighborhood Park & Amphitheater at mile one, then wind through the University of Texas campus before descending back toward Riverside Drive. The course finishes with a wide, crowd-lined stretch into the Finish Line Festival at Vic Mathias Shores — dual finish lanes let runners pour in side by
Horsetooth Half Marathon
Course HighlightsThe Horsetooth Half Marathon is one of the most respected and competitive half marathons in the Mountain West, drawing elite runners and serious age-groupers to the foothills west of Fort Collins each spring. The point-to-point course starts on Dixon Canyon Road in the hills above Horsetooth Reservoir at approximately 6,000 feet, descends through dramatic red rock canyon scenery with views of the reservoir, and finishes at the iconic New Belgium Brewing Company in Fort Collins. The course features +917
Osaka Marathon 2026
The Osaka Marathon is a premier mass-participation road race in Japan, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and scenic route that finishes at the historic Osaka Castle. Course Highlights The Osaka Marathon offers a stunning urban tour of one of Japan's most dynamic cities. The race begins in front of the Osaka Prefectural Government Building, a historic landmark in its own right. From there, runners traverse the wide, tree-lined boulevards of Midosuji, the city's main artery, which is lined with high-end boutiques and
Run the Alamo Half Marathon & Marathon
Course HighlightsRun the Alamo delivers the most historically rich running experience in Texas. The sunrise start at Hemisfair — marked by a live cannon blast and multiple musket volleys — immediately signals that this is no ordinary race. The Boston Qualifier-certified course runs literally past the Alamo on Houston Street, winds through the San Pedro Cultural Park, passes the iconic San Fernando Cathedral, meanders through the tree-lined King William Historic District, and visits the World Heritage Spanish colonial Missions before
BMW Dallas Marathon — 10K & 5K Saturday
Course HighlightsThe Saturday BMW Dallas Marathon 10K and 5K both start and finish at Dallas City Hall Plaza, taking runners through the heart of downtown Dallas with views of the distinctive Dallas skyline. The Saturday courses are designed to showcase the energy of downtown Dallas while offering a distance accessible to runners of all levels. The Friday Night Lights 1-Mile Race at 7:00 PM Friday, December 11 adds a unique under-the-lights experience to the festival, with floodlights, cheering spectators, and
Spurs Austin International Half Marathon
Course HighlightsThe Spurs Austin International Half Marathon is engineered for speed. The point-to-point course begins at Stonelake Blvd in north Austin and descends roughly 300 feet over 13.1 miles — through the Domain shopping district, down MoPac, into the 38th Street corridor, and through the University of Texas neighborhood — before finishing at the Texas State Capitol. The nearly unbroken net downhill profile makes this one of the fastest half marathon courses in the South, and it has hosted numerous
San Antonio Marathon & Half Marathon
Course HighlightsThe San Antonio Marathon course is a genuine tour of the city's soul. Starting near downtown's Main Plaza and the San Fernando Cathedral, runners pass the historic Alamo and wind along the cypress-lined River Walk. The route then moves through the leafy King William and Southtown districts, up the St. Mary's Strip, into Brackenridge Park and through Alamo Heights and Olmos Park, before returning down Broadway to finish at Hemisfair beside the Tower of the Americas. The course is
BMW Dallas Marathon
Course HighlightsThe BMW Dallas Marathon begins and ends at Dallas City Hall Plaza at the corner of Marilla St. and S. Akard St. in downtown Dallas. The course winds through the city's most vibrant neighborhoods — including Deep Ellum, Uptown, Knox-Henderson, and Lakewood — with iconic views of the Dallas skyline and some of the city's most celebrated murals and architecture. The 50K Ultra adds an additional loop for the most ambitious competitors. Tens of thousands of spectators line the
Austin Distance Challenge
Series OverviewThe Austin Distance Challenge is the ultimate Texas running journey — a structured five-race series that takes runners from the Daisy Dash 10K in October all the way to the Austin Marathon or Half Marathon in February. Organized by the Austin Runners Club for nearly three decades, the series attracts runners of every level who want accountability, community, and a goal to chase through Austin's best racing season. The 2025–26 series spans October 18, 2025 through February 15, 2026;
Run For The Water 10-Miler & 5K
Course HighlightsThe Run For The Water course begins in downtown Austin and heads west through Tarrytown and the rolling hills of West Austin before finishing flat and fast back near the lakefront. The 10-miler earns its reputation with genuine elevation challenges in the middle miles — a beloved 600-meter Hill Challenge section pits runners in a sprint up a notable incline, with winners crowned in a dedicated ceremony. The 5K and Kids K offer equally scenic routes accessible to all