2026 Walk for Sickle Cell Austin 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walk/Run | Other | Oct 31, 20269:00 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Oct 30, then $25 until Nov 1.
Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:43 AM, and the Walk/Run starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 490 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
5701 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78721
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 77°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 27% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 87°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 5701 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78721Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 490 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is 2026 Walk for Sickle Cell Austin?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- Other.
- Where does it start?
- 5701 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78721.
From the organizers
2026 Walk for Sickle Cell Austin, is a community event dedicated to raising awareness, promoting health and wellness, and honoring individuals living with sickle cell disease. The morning will include a family-friendly walk, health education, music, vendors, and a special balloon release ceremon2y to pay tribute to the warriors we have lost. Proceeds from the event help support programs such as Camp Cell-A-Bration for children and Next Level for teens, ensuring sickle cell warriors receive resources, community, and empowerment. Together, we walk in hope, unity, and support for a brighter future.