Red, White and Blue Half Marathon - Austin 2026

The Red, White and Blue Half Marathon - Austin 2026 takes place on June 14, 2026, at Tanger Outlets in San Marcos, Texas. Participants can expect typical mid-June Texas summer conditions, which often include high temperatures and humidity. This family-friendly road running event, hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, features a mixed-surface course consisting of paved trails, crushed granite, and occasional dirt paths. The event offers various distances ranging from a youth dash to a full half marathon, providing opportunities for runners of all skill levels to participate in a community-focused atmosphere.

What distances are offered at the event?

• →Kids Dash: ~50 meters for ages 10 and under (untimed; includes shirt, medal, and pin)
• →2 Mile: For all levels (untimed; includes shirt and medal)
• →4 Mile: Chip-timed (includes overall trophies, masters pins, and age group awards)
• →8 Mile: Chip-timed double out-and-back (includes overall Bigfoot trophies, masters pins, and age group awards)
• →Half Marathon (13.1 miles): Chip-timed double out-and-back (includes overall Bigfoot trophies, masters pins, and age group awards)

What is the event schedule?

• →Packet Pickup: Ends between 5:30 AM and 6:40 AM
• →Kids Dash Start: 6:55 AM
• →Main Race Start: 7:00 AM (following the National Anthem)

What is included with race registration?

• →All finishers receive a race shirt (guaranteed 10 days prior to the event) and a finisher medal.
• →Chip-timed races include eligibility for specific awards and pins.
• →Participants can enjoy snacks and water at the rally tent featuring DJ Sasquatch.

What are the pricing tiers and discounts?

• →Youth Pricing: $15 for the 2 Mile, 4 Mile, or 8 Mile distances (for ages 12 and under)
• →Referral Program: $20 refund available via referral
• →Group Discounts: Available for larger groups

How are awards distributed?

• →Top awards include Bigfoot trophies for the overall Male and Female winners in the 4 Mile, 8 Mile, and Half Marathon categories.
• →Masters pins are awarded to participants aged 40 and older.
• →Age group pins are awarded to categories ranging from 10-under to 70+.
• →Live results and awards presentations take place at the finish line.

What can runners expect regarding the course and weather?

• →The course is primarily an out-and-back format, with the 8 Mile and Half Marathon utilizing a double out-and-back layout.
• →A specific route map for the Half Marathon can be viewed on MapMyRun ↗.
• →Surfaces include paved trails, crushed granite, and occasional dirt paths.
• →Aid stations will provide water along the course.
• →The course may be subject to changes due to construction or weather conditions.
• →This is a rain-or-shine event.

Are there volunteer opportunities?

• →"Volunteer then Run" option: Available for the 4 Mile distance.
• →Full volunteer perks: Includes free event entry and a race shirt.