Candy Cane Course - Austin
Sat, Dec 19, 2026, 4:00 AM CST
- Location
- Austin, TX 73301
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A delightful, Christmas-themed run in Austin, perfect for families and runners of all ages, complete with festive swag and treats.
- Fun
- Festive
Fun
FestiveGreat for
- Family Friendly
- Kids & Youth
- Walkers Welcome
Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers WelcomePast race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
52 other finishers in 2022. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
1:06:37
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 48:13.
People mix
More women
About 62% women and 38% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the other in 2022, this looks like a small field: 52 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 1:06:37. The quicker front of the field averaged about 48:13. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Austin, TX
Close-to-home draw
Round Rock, TX
Travel draw
Crawford, TX
Travel draw
Cedar Park, TX
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 20 - 24
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 25 - 29
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 30 - 34
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 35 - 39
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 40 - 44
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| other | 2022 | 52 | 1:06:37 | 1:08:57 | 48:13 | 38:35 / 53:28 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k! A fun, Christmas-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 Treats 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!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22!
5k/10k/15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Medal
Swag Included