Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Race Day — Downtown Austin

Run Austin! The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon race day takes over downtown Austin with the marathon, half marathon, and 5K — a signature Presidents Day weekend event.

Experience a city course with live music on the route, cheering crowds, and a finish-line festival on Congress Avenue by the Texas State Capitol.

• Date & Time: Sunday, February 15, 2026 • Race start times vary (listed start ~7:00 am for marathon events)
• Location / Start/Finish: Downtown Austin — course starts and finishes around Congress Avenue/State Capitol (check official race map).
• Admission / Registration: Entry fee required for participants; public welcome to spectate.
• Parking & Transit: Expect major street closures and heavy traffic; use transit or spectator shuttles where offered.
• Food & Drink: Finish-line festival vendors and recovery zones for participants.
• Accessibility: Organizers provide participant accommodations; spectator accessibility varies by viewing location.

Runners: arrive early for bib pickup if needed and review course and safety info. Spectators: plan viewing spots ahead and allow extra travel time for road closures. For official registration and race details, see the event page and check My Neighborhood News for race-week updates.