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69th RRCA National Convention - Austin, TX
- Date
- Thursday, April 8, 2027– Sunday, April 11, 2027
Apr 08 Thursday, 2027
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When and where is 69th RRCA National Convention - Austin, TX?
69th RRCA National Convention - Austin, TX is on Thursday, April 8, 2027 through Sunday, April 11, 2027 in Austin, Texas. The first event starts at 8:00 AM local time. Current entry fees run $225 to $475 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Apr 8, 2027.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69th RRCA National Convention + Level I Coaching Certification Course | — | Apr 8, 2027, 8:00 AM | $475.00 until Mar 29, 2027 | Opens May 12, 2026 · Closes Mar 30, 2027 |
| 69th RRCA National Convention + Coaching Level II In-Person Session | — | Apr 8, 2027, 8:00 AM | $475.00 until Mar 29, 2027 | Opens May 12, 2026 · Closes Mar 30, 2027 |
| 69th RRCA National Convention | — | Apr 8, 2027, 4:00 PM | $425.00 until Mar 31, 2027 | Opens May 1, 2026 · Closes Apr 8, 2027 |
| One Day Pass - Friday - for Austin Residents Only | — | Apr 9, 2027, 8:00 AM | $225.00 until Apr 3, 2027 | Opens May 12, 2026 · Closes Apr 4, 2027 |
| One Day Pass - Saturday - for Austin Residents Only | — | Apr 10, 2027, 9:00 AM | $275.00 until Apr 3, 2027 | Opens May 12, 2026 · Closes Apr 4, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About 69th RRCA National Convention - Austin, TX
We invite you to register for the 69th RRCA Convention, which will be held in Austin, TX between April 8-11, 2027 in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary Statesman Cap10K. Join hundreds of club leaders, race directors, coaches, sponsors, and industry leaders at this fun-filled, educational conference for the running community were we celebrate running, fun, and friends.
What you get:
- Convention Registration -
- Opening reception with a complementary beverage
- Friday - organized AM group run or yoga, breakfast and lunch included, education program, expo, and networking opportunities
- Saturday - organized AM group run or yoga, lunch included, education program, expo, closing reception with food and beverage
- Attendee goody bag
- Coaching Certification Course and Level II In-Person Session Registration - All of the great food, networking and goodies outlined above along with certification course as outline here.
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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