Run For The Water
Austin, Texas, United States
Nov 8, 2026 - Sunday
5k, 10mi, Fundraiser
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Race Information
From downtown to Tarrytown and from the hills to the water, this is a course for every runner. Runners of all levels and abilities can find something along the Run For The Water course. Whether new to running and looking to complete your first 5K or a road warrior looking for your next challenge, this course has it all. Your race entry directly funds the Gazelle Foundation building water systems in Burundi, one of the poorest countries in the world. This is their mission. It is your movement for change.
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Fun, fitness, and patriotic pride
✅ Multiple distances from kids’ dash to half marathon
✅ Includes official shirt, finisher medal, and unique awards for age groups & overall winners
Get ready to race along the Tanger Outlets, where every finisher scores a soft patriotic tee, unique medal, and the chance to snag a coveted Bigfoot Trophy for top placings.
From the pint-size Kids Dash to high-energy 2, 4, 8-mile and half-marathon distances, it’s a sun-splashed summer morning of music, snacks, cheering crowds, and serious fun for runners of all ages and paces!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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