Read the latest news and announcements from Run For The Water 2026 as we celebrate 20 years of miles that matter and continue supporting clean water systems in Burundi.
20th Anniversary Race Weekend • November 8, 2026
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As Run For The Water prepares to celebrate its milestone 20th anniversary, the event is expanding community outreach, training opportunities, and storytelling efforts to welcome more runners into Austin's race for clean water. New community-focused roles will help connect first-time participants, returning runners, teams, and supporters to the people, purpose, and impact behind every mile.
Join Run For The Water and RunHub on July 11 for a free community training run featuring 5K and 5-mile options, shoe demos, raffle prizes, and more. All paces are welcome as Austin runners begin gearing up for the 20th Anniversary Run For The Water this November.
From Austin to Burundi, Run For The Water celebrates 20 years of miles, community, and clean water this Global Run Day.
As Run For The Water 2026 approaches its 20th anniversary, organizers are inviting runners, volunteers, and supporters to share memories and stories from the past two decades of miles that matter.
As Run For The Water 2026 enters its 20th anniversary year, organizers are sharing why the race has long chosen to invest more in clean water impact than traditional finisher medals.
Run For The Water 2026 celebrates its 20th anniversary on November 8, 2026, bringing runners, families, and supporters together in Austin and around the world for a race dedicated to helping fund clean water systems in Burundi.
Twenty years. Thousands of runners. One enduring mission. Run For The Water 2026 has unveiled its 20th anniversary logo ahead of this November’s milestone race weekend in Austin.
As Run For The Water prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary this November, the Gazelle Foundation is inviting Austin brands and community partners to align with one of the city’s most enduring charitable events — helping fund clean water systems in Burundi while supporting a race rooted in community, purpose, and lasting impact.