FINISHER MEDALS RETURN TO RUN FOR THE WATER FOR THE FIRST TIME IN A DECADE

For the first time in a decade, finisher medals are back at Run For The Water. Run the 10-Miler, 5K or Kids K, cross that finish line and earn the hardware to celebrate it. Medals are back for this milestone year only—so if you want one, this is the year to run for it.

Gilbert’s Gazelles Kicks Off Run For The Water Training Season With Community Run

The countdown to 20 years of Run For The Water is on! Co-founder Gilbert Tuhabonye and Gilbert’s Gazelles kick off the 10-week training season September 5, bringing Austin runners together to hit the road, find their pace and start the journey to the 20th anniversary race on November 8.

Run For The Water Opens Elite Athlete Application for 20th Anniversary Race

Elite athlete applications are open for the 20th Anniversary Run For The Water. Apply for a limited number of complimentary entries in the competitive 5K and 10-Miler fields, including the RRCA 10-Mile Championship.

Run For The Water Proud To Be Part of the Austin Distance Challenge

Run For The Water is proud to once again be part of the Austin Distance Challenge, a five-race series that celebrates Austin's running community. Whether you're chasing a new goal or simply looking for a great season of racing, the 20th Anniversary Run For The Water is honored to be part of the journey.

More Miles. More Stories. More Ways To Be Part Of Run For The Water.

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.

Run For The Water Opens 20th Anniversary Partnership Opportunities for Austin Brands

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.