2026 SARR Great Greenway Marathon Relay

The 2026 SARR Great Greenway Marathon Relay takes place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. The event starts at the Mainland Trailhead located at 8241 Mainland Drive, San Antonio, TX 78250. For early February in San Antonio, participants can expect cool to mild morning temperatures typically ranging from the mid-40s to low-60s degrees Fahrenheit, with a low probability of precipitation. This road and paved greenway event, organized by the San Antonio RoadRunners (SARR), features a point-to-point course utilizing the Howard W. Peak Greenway Trail System. Teams of 2–5 runners will cover a total marathon distance of 26.2 miles, divided into five legs ranging from 4.5 to 6.5 miles each, traveling from Mainland Trailhead to McAllister Park.

What is the event format?

• →The event is a marathon relay covering a total distance of 26.2 miles.
• →Teams consist of 2 to 5 persons.
• →The course is a point-to-point road and paved greenway race.
• →The route utilizes the Howard W. Peak Greenway Trail System.

When and where is the event scheduled?

• →Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026.
• →Time: 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM CST.
• →Start Location: Mainland Trailhead, 8241 Mainland Drive, San Antonio, TX 78250.
• →Finish Location: McAllister Park.

What is the course route and terrain like?

• →The course stretches across 26.2 miles from Mainland Trailhead to McAllister Park.
• →The route runs along Leon Creek and Salado Creek Greenways.
• →The course is mostly downhill this year.
• →The terrain is paved roads and greenway trails.

How are the relay legs structured?

• →Leg 1: Mainland Trailhead → Fox Park Trailhead.
• →Leg 2: Fox Park → The Rim Trailhead.
• →Leg 3: The Rim → 1604 Trailhead.
• →Leg 4: 1604 Trailhead → Walker Ranch Park.
• →Leg 5: Walker Ranch Park → McAllister Dog Park (Finish).
• →Each leg ranges from 4.5 to 6.5 miles.

How much does registration cost?

• →Registration Fee: $55 per person.
• →SARR members receive 25% off (until Jan 11, 2026).
• →Participants aged 20 or younger, or 70 or older, receive 50% off (until Jan 11, 2026).
• →Military personnel receive a $5 discount (until 45 days before race, ID required).

What are the age requirements and deadlines?

• →Ages: 14–99 years.
• →Registration Deadline: January 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.

What are the awards and categories?

• →Awards are given to the top 3 teams in each division.
• →A best team shirt contest is held.
• →Divisions include:

• Junior (Ages 14–20)

• Open (All Male, All Female, Mixed)

• Masters 40+

• Super Masters 50+

• Non-Binary (first place only)

• →Mixed teams require at least two female runners.

What is the event schedule?

• →Packet Pickup:

• Friday, Jan 30: 4–7 PM at REI San Antonio (I-10 & 11745 Suite 110).

• Saturday, Jan 31: 12–3 PM at Fleet Feet San Antonio (The Quarry).

• →No race-day packet pickup is available.
• →Race Start: 7:00 AM CST on February 1, 2026.
• →Time Limit: 7 hours.

What logistics and support are provided?

• →Batons are provided at the start line.
• →Water stations are located at all relay transfer points, Hardberger Park, Eisenhower Park, and Buddy Calk Park.
• →Teams must arrange their own transportation between relay points.
• →The event has a history of selling out three years in a row.

Are there any specific rules or restrictions?

• →Teams must carry a baton and comply with relay rules to qualify for awards.
• →Pets and strollers are not allowed in competition teams.
• →The event features a time limit of 7 hours.