DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin 2027
- Date
- Sunday, April 18, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $17 · goes up to $37 on Jan 13, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Apr 18, 20277:00 AM | $33$37 after Jan 13, 2027 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Apr 18, 20277:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Apr 18, 20277:00 AM | $33$37 after Jan 13, 2027 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Apr 18, 20277:00 AM | $60$66 after Oct 21, 2026 | – |
| Kid's Dash | Kids | Apr 18, 20277:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Apr 18, 20277:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Apr 18, 20277:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $37 on Jan 13, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $33 until Jan 13, then $37 until Feb 23, then $41 until Mar 30, then $45 until Apr 17, then $49 until Apr 18.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Apr 18.
- Half Marathon: $60 until Oct 21, then $66 until Dec 22, then $72 until Feb 23, then $78 until Mar 30, then $84 until Apr 16, then $90 until Apr 18.
- Kid's Dash and Volunteer then Run: $17 until Apr 18.
Online registration closes Apr 18, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $60, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Texas ($65).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Austin runs 2:19:59, about 10:41 a mile, based on 7 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:27:37 and men in 2:19:57.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:01 AM, and the 10K starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 520 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
TBD, Austin, TX 78702
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (3 years)5K
10K
Half Marathon
Aggregated from official results for DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin?
At the 2026 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 27:35 or better, the top quarter in 30:50, and half the field in 36:50; the last tenth came in after 56:24.
At the 2026 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 49:47 or better, the top quarter in 56:17, and half the field in 1:01:49; the last tenth came in after 1:27:32.
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:49:07 or better, the top quarter in 1:58:41, and half the field in 2:14:35; the last tenth came in after 2:30:59.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 35:48 | 34:20 |
| 30-39 | 30:19 | n/a |
| 40-49 | 36:49 | 34:17 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Down 34 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2026, the field went from 145 to 52 finishers, and the median time dropped from 41:04 to 36:50.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 52 (-50%) | 36:50 | under 27:35 | 20:43 |
| 2025 | 105 (-28%) | 47:29 | under 30:36 | 21:11 |
| 2024 | 145 | 41:04 | under 25:48 | 16:42 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for Texas 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 30:50, against 30:02 in a typical Texas 5K, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around April 18 the day usually runs from 64°F at dawn to 82°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 29% of days. Cold snaps dip to 53°F and hot years reach 88°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
- TBD, Austin, TX 78702Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 520 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (Apr 18, 2027), 2026 (Apr 26, 2026), 2025 (Apr 27, 2025), 2024 (Jun 1, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin?
- Sunday, April 18, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $17 before processing fees, and rises to $37 on Jan 13, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Apr 18, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Texas?
- At $60, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Texas ($65).
- 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 52 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 36:50 and the winner ran 20:43.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 30:50, against 30:02 in a typical Texas 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Austin, TX 78702.
From the organizers
Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES!
Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious donut waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!