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Texas Switchback
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- Saturday, May 1, 2027
May 01 Saturday, 2027
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When and where is Texas Switchback?
Texas Switchback is on Saturday, May 1, 2027 in Johnson City, Texas. The first event starts at 6:30 AM local time. Distances: 5K, 10 Miles, half marathon, marathon and trail run. Current entry fees run $45 to $99 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is closed right now.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k | 3.1 Miles | May 1, 2027, 6:30 AM | $45.00 until Dec 4, 2026 | Opens Nov 2, 2026 · Closes May 1, 2027 |
| 10k | 10.2 Miles | May 1, 2027, 6:30 AM | $69.00 until Dec 4, 2026 | Opens Nov 2, 2026 · Closes Apr 30, 2027 |
| Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles | May 1, 2027, 6:30 AM | $99.00 until Dec 5, 2026 | Opens Nov 2, 2026 · Closes May 1, 2027 |
| Marathon | 26.2 Miles | May 1, 2027, 6:30 AM | $99.00 until Dec 5, 2026 | Opens Nov 2, 2026 · Closes May 1, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Texas Switchback
Join us at one of Texas’s most popular runs, voted best trail race in Austin by Austin Fit Magazine! Texas Switchback is now the 3rd and final race of the Rogue Trail Series. Enjoy the beautiful yet challenging single track course, friendly volunteers, live bluegrass music, a local Austin food truck, and of course, a cool dip in Flat Creek after your race. It will be a race experience you wont forget!
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