Austin Marathon
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Austin Marathon 5K benefiting Paramount Theatre
The event is a 5K road race held in Austin, Texas, on February 14, 2027. The course is an out-and-back route that uses the same start line as the Austin Marathon and runs over South Congress Avenue and across the city's bat bridge. The listed venue address is 100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX.
A portion of registration proceeds will support community events at the historic Paramount Theatre; the event notes that over $25,000 was raised for the theatre in the previous year. Children age 2 and under do not have to be registered.
Registration options include a Standard Entry and a Refundable Entry. The Refundable Entry option allows cancellation for any reason up to January 25, 2027, with a graduated payout schedule that returns up to 90% depending on timing. The event also offers optional add-ons during registration such as a personalized finisher name plate and a photo package. The organizer states that all sales are final unless registration protection is selected.
Adaptive participation categories are available, with specific notes that hand crank devices are not permitted, chariots are not eligible for wheelchair divisions, and visually impaired athletes must follow USA Track & Field rules regarding guides and categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.