About the Great Run Austin
The course runs through the University of Texas campus, which means wide paths, shade from mature trees, and a genuine sense of place. The terrain is mostly flat with gentle grade changes as you move between campus landmarks. It draws people running hard and people just moving, and the surroundings give it a collegiate energy that feels lived-in rather than staged.
The race benefits pediatric diabetes programs, so the crowd at the finish tends to include families and volunteers who are there for the cause as much as the clock. That gives the post-race area a warm, unhurried feel even after the leaders have long since finished.
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Distances & Start Times
3.1 Miles10/24/2027 08:00$45
6.2 Miles10/24/2027 07:00$60
Going for a Time?
Set a goal and get a pace band: every mile split on a card sized for your phone lock screen, so race morning needs no math.
Not sure what to aim for? The 5K pace chart lists the pace for every finish time.
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