Longhorn Run
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Event overview
Longhorn Run is a student-led annual race established in 2010 and held each spring on the Forty Acres at The University of Texas at Austin. The event includes a campus community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, and members of the greater Austin area. Proceeds support the Student Government Student Excellence Fund and the Recreational Sports Excellence Fund. The 2026 edition is scheduled for April 18, 2026.
Distances
- 5K
- 10K
Registration, inclusions, and policies
Registration opens on February 18, 2026. Early bird and standard pricing are listed for each distance (example ranges shown on event materials: 5K early $40, standard $45; 10K early $45, standard $50). Registration includes a short sleeve Nike Dri-FIT race tee and access to the post-race celebration. A virtual runner option is available; it includes the race tee, with options for packet pick-up or paid shipping. Virtual packets mailed to international addresses are not available and virtual packets mailed domestically may be sent after race day. The event has a no-refunds policy; registrations may be transferred to another person. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.