Zilker Relays
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Zilker Relays : Zilker Metropolitan Park, September 11, 2026
The Zilker Relays is a team relay event held at Zilker Metropolitan Park. The primary race is a 10 mile relay with teams of four; each team member completes a 2.5 mile loop that begins and ends at a central festival and transition area. A Kid's Dash is offered for children 13 and younger on an out and back route where young participants may run any distance they choose.
- 10 mile relay: teams of four, each runs a 2.5 mile loop
- Kids Dash for children 13 and younger, out and back route
Team captains must register complete four person teams and ensure waivers are signed; runners may participate on more than one team if they pay an additional entry fee. Registration includes chip timing using a relay baton, a Zilker Relays t-shirt for each teammate, a post race meal from Tacodeli, drinks, access to the Athlete’s Village, and awards for top teams. Family and friends may attend most of the course; an Athlete’s Village pass is available for those who want access to food and beverage areas.
Dogs and personal wheeled devices are not allowed on the course or near the exchange zone. Official bike leads are permitted and exceptions for athletes requiring wheeled devices can be arranged with the race coordinator prior to race day. Official event photographers will be present; unofficial photographers are not allowed on the course. All proceeds benefit the Marathon Kids program.
Packet pickup takes place in advance at Karavel Shoes on the dates published by the organizers; full teams must be registered and have signed waivers to pick up packets. There is no race day packet pickup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
