Run For The Water 2026

Run For The Water begins at 900 W Cesar Chavez Street in Austin, Texas, offering a 5K, 10-Miler, Kids K, or virtual Global Run. The race supports the Gazelle Foundation, funding clean-water projects in Burundi, with a $30,000 fundraising target. The event starts at 7:00 a.m. Central, accommodating families, casual runners, and those seeking a challenging long run. The 10-Miler crosses downtown Austin streets and West Austin hills, featuring a 600-meter Hill Challenge sprint. The 5K is designed for novice and casual runners, and the Kids K provides a short race for younger children. The Global Run allows participation from any location during the week prior to race day. After twenty years, a consistent tradition is the direct connection between Austin race registrations and clean-water initiatives in Burundi.