Race day
18
Jan 2026
Past eventThe 2026 3M Half Marathon took place on January 18, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
See the 2027 3M Half MarathonAustin's Fastest Downhill Half.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 18 January 2026Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start time | 07:00 local (America/Chicago)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Distances | Half MarathonCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Location | Austin, Texas, United StatesCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start area | Austin American-Statesman, 305 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $95–$130Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Point to point · USATF certifiedCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 30 mCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Field size | 7,500 finishers (last edition)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Organizer | High Five EventsCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Official website | highfiveevents.comOrganizer · 24 May 2026 | Organizer | 24 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 24 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 24 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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One of the fastest half marathons in the U.S. with a net-downhill course through Austin.
Is this race a fit?
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Best For
Runners comparing road race options
3M Half Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Half Marathon options around Austin, Texas, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
3M Half Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Austin, Texas, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, point to point course, certified course, 30 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
3M Half Marathon is currently listed for January 18, 2026, which makes the January planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Austin, Texas, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, point to point course, certified course, 30 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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