Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Austin 2026

The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Austin is a summer race in the Austin area, held at Lake Pflugerville Park. It begins at 7am, intended to start runners before the Texas heat intensifies. The primary race is a 13.1-mile half marathon. Additional events include a 5K, a 6.55-mile quarter marathon, a 1-mile run, a Kids Dash, a 5K option for volunteers who also run, and a virtual run. The course features shaded trails, riverside sections, and rolling hills, differing from a simple flat road race. Aid stations are positioned along the route to provide hydration and fuel, important for a race that embraces the challenge of summer running in Texas. The variety of distances accommodates half marathoners, shorter-distance runners, families, volunteers, and remote participants.