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PRESS"There’s only 2.5 miles between you and what is known as Austin’s best post-race party."— Denise Malan, The Runner's Bucket List: 200 Races to Run Before You Die
"This great running of the tribes offers the absolute best post-run food (thank you Tacodeli) and music in Austin, not to mention a unique 4-person relay!"— Bob “Wish” Wischnia
“It doesn’t matter whether you’re fast or slow, young or old, as long as you like to run and have fun."— James Allen, Founding Sponsor
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Zilker Relays are made possible thanks to these great partners!
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10 Mile Relay. 4 Person Teams. 2.5 Mile Legs.
Complete with Fun, Food, Music & Drink
The Zilker Relays is a 10-mile race with teams comprised of 4 runners. Each participant runs a 2.5 mile loop from one central festival/transition area. The team concept of the Zilker Relays is not unique, but the combination of a relay, festival home base, drinks and music, make this experience a favorite for runners of all calibers and ages. You don't have to train like a marathoner for this one. All you have to do is be willing to run/jog/walk/stroll 2.5 miles, enjoy live music and great food and get 3 of your siblings/kids/buddies/colleagues to come join you for this one of a kind running experience.Some Background"One summer evening I was running in Zilker Park while the sun was setting: I stopped and thought, what a great venue for a relay, party and concert," states event founder, Paul Perrone."I believe we have set the bar very high in Austin for what a participant receives for their entry fee."Family FunIn addition to a great run, participants are treated to live music, dinner and a beer garden after the event. We like to reinforce the "fun factor" that running can bring into a person's life. Running doesn't always have to be a solo effort and racing doesn't always have to be focused on individual achievement.We even have a great kids relay that allows for the event to make for a family outing. -
TIMED DIVISIONSRace against the best of the best, or participate against other family teams.At Zilker Relays, we want everyone to find a place to race or to have fun at their own pace.Categories
- Open Men (All male team)
- Open Women (All female)
- Open Mixed (Two women and two men)
- Master's Men (All male, 40+)
- Master's Women (All female, 40+)
- Master's Mixed (2 men, 2 women, 40+)
- Senior Men (All Male, 50+)
- Senior Women (All Female, 50+)
- Senior Mixed (2 men, 2 women, 50+)
- Just for fun (No Awards. We're just here to run and enjoy the fun, the food, the drinks and the band)
- Family (All members are from the same family)
- Corporate (all members are from the same company)
- Running Store (all 4 employees of the same running store)
- We salute you (Fire, Police, Military, Civil Servant)
- TriggerPoint Fitness Division: If you're a member of Pure Austin Fitness, a CrossFit box, gym or other fitness studio, you can compete against other like-minded athletes.
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COURSE MAPWe have a great spectator-friendly course, that allows us to put on a terrific post-race party on the grass under the shade of the park's beautiful Oaks.
2018 CourseThe 2.5 mile course starts and finishes on the north side of Zilker Park (about 200 meters west of the volleyball courts). The post-race party is conveniently located right next to the finish line where trees, the Zilker lawn and team tents create a festive atmosphere.
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Packet Pick-UpPackets are to be picked up by one member of each team.
Pure Austin DowntownPure Austin Fitness Downtown will host our packet pick-up and race registration on September 6th from 1:00 pm to 6:30 pm.NOTE: One person picks up the entire team packet.Pure Austin Fitness907 W 5th St., Austin, TX 78703
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The After-Party ...Our band kicks off at 7:30pm at the Zilker Relays ... and fueled by Tacodeli and Strange Land Brewery ...
THE STAYLYNS | A high-energy Rock & Roll band based in Austin Texas rocked the relays in 2017. Stay tuned for an announcement for this year's band.
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BeneficiaryWe are committed to building a healthy, fit community. We think working to help keep kids active and healthy is cool and we want to do what we can to help get them off to a great start in life. We look for beneficiaries with the same interests in mind when we form our local partnerships.
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FAQ'sWe want to help make things easy. If we haven't answered your question below,please contact us at questions@zilkerrelays.com and we'll work to help you find an answer.Who Should ParticipateAnyone who loves to combine a good run and great friends with Tacodeli, live music and free beer all in Austin's beautiful Zilker Park.
Can children participate in the Zilker Relays?
Definitely, if they can make it 2.5 miles on their own. If they're not quite ready for a full relay, we have a Kid's Relay for children 12 and younger...sign up for the Zilker Kids Relay...teams of 4 kids each run a much abbreviated course of ~250 meters.What is included for my registration?We provide chip timing, an awesome Zilker Relays T-shirt, Tacodeli dinner, free beer will be provided (for those of age) and plenty of fun stuff from our other sponsors. Don't forget that we'll also have a concert in the park after the relay.Can family and friends hang out and support me?Definitely. If you're not racing, you can purchase a dinner/concert ticket. This gets you access to live music and dinner by Tacodeli. Alcohol is not sold at the event. It is available free-of-charge for anyone over 21, with a valid ID.
Are the Zilker Relays associated with a charity?Definitely. We are partnering with The Lesedi Foundation. We believe in getting kids excited about outdoor activities and building great communities.
Do I need to buy a meal ticket if I'm on a team?No. Your race entry gets you full access to the race, the dinner, the band and all other race amenities.Do I need to find all 4 of my teammates?Yes. All captains are responsible for finding and filling their teams
Why didn’t you answer my question?We’re truly sorry. If there is something else you’d like to ask please feel free to reach us directly at info@zilkerrelays.com.
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Parking
We have plenty of places to park…
Parking Notes:- Designated drivers are awesome
- Bus #30 Runs right by the park - http://www.capmetro.org/
- Carpooling is appreciated
Info on Bike Commuting- We have bike racks for bike commuters: They will be located between the beer garden and the packet-pick up tent. Find out more about bike commuting: http://www.austintexas.gov/department/bicycle
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CONTACT USStill have questions or concerns about the Zilker Relays? Please contact us below and we will get back to you as quickly as possible.
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Zilker Relays Hall of FameHave you ever wondered what the fastest times ever run at the Zilker Relays are? Click here to find out.All Time Fastest Relay Leg:Scotty Mac - 11:07.7Team Rogue Athletic Club, 2012
