Zilker Relays

Zilker Relays : Zilker Metropolitan Park, September 11, 2026

The Zilker Relays is a team relay event held at Zilker Metropolitan Park. The main event is a ten mile relay with teams of four, each team member running a 2.5 mile loop that starts and returns to a central festival and transition area. The event also includes a Marathon Kids Dash for children 13 and younger; that route is an out and back so young participants may choose a comfortable distance.

Key event details and amenities:

• Ten mile relay, teams of four, each runner covers 2.5 miles
• Marathon Kids Dash, out and back route for children 13 and under

Registered teams receive a team entry for four people, a race t shirt for each teammate, a Tacodeli dinner plate, cold drinks, and access to the Athlete’s Village with live music and a post race meal. Chip timing is provided using a relay baton, and custom awards recognize top teams. Team captains are responsible for filling teams; runners may run for more than one team if they pay an additional entry fee.

Dogs are not allowed on the course or near exchange zones; leashed pets are welcome in other festival areas. Bicycles and scooters are not permitted on the course except for official bike leads; requests for wheeled device accommodations for athletes can be arranged with the race coordinator prior to race day. Official photographers will be on site; unofficial photographers are restricted from the course. All proceeds benefit the Marathon Kids program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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