Decker Challenge
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Decker Challenge - 2026
The Decker Challenge returns to the Travis County Expo Center in Austin, Texas on December 13, 2026. The event traces its origins to a 1979 road race around Decker Lake organized by the Austin Runners Club; the 2026 edition is the 48th annual running.
Races offered:
- Half Marathon
- Deck the Halls 5K Fun Run & Walk
- Kids Mile
Entry fees listed for 2026 are $95 for the Half Marathon, $45 for the Deck the Halls 5K, and $35 for the Kids Mile. All finishers receive a long-sleeve technical fabric T-shirt and a Decker Challenge finisher's medal. Half Marathon finishers will receive a special edition medal that changes color in sunlight.
The Deck the Halls 5K supports the Housing Authority of Travis County. HATC is a government housing agency funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and has provided housing assistance and supportive services to low-income families across Travis County since 1975. The 5K raises funds to help HATC residents pursue higher education, vocational training, and other skill-building opportunities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
