Mardi Gras Madness - Austin

Mardi Gras Madness - Austin takes place in Austin, Texas, on February 20, 2027. The 10K, 5K and 1-mile run start together at 9:00 a.m., preceded by a kids dash at 8:55. All the distances are on the road, and the four events share a single start area.

With four events on one program, the choice comes down to what your winter has looked like. The 10K is the pick for anyone with a spring half marathon on the calendar, since it slots in as a hard tempo effort without demanding a taper. The 5K suits runners who would rather hurt for twenty minutes and be done, while the mile is short enough that children can race it properly instead of just finishing it. Line up according to your pace and the crowded first quarter mile sorts itself out quickly.