2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church
2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Austin, TX.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (55 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join Us for the 1st Annual Friends of the Poor® Walk benefiting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Austin, TX | Saturday, September 26, 2026
Take a step toward helping neighbors in need by joining our 1-mile walk—or go the extra mile by walking more laps to show your support! All proceeds benefit the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, which provides emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other critical needs to those facing unexpected hardships, illness, or job loss.
Ways to Participate:
- Walk with us in person
- Walk virtually anytime, anywhere that works for you
- Sponsor a walker
- Sponsor the event
- Donate to the cause
Check out how to sponsor the event
Event Schedule:
- Check-in: 8:30 AM at Holtman Hall
- Walk begins: 9:00 AM
- Breakfast begins: 9:30 AM
- SVdP Presentation: 9:45 AM
- Door Prizes and Silent Auction: 10:00 AM (must be present to win)
Enjoy free breakfast, fellowship, and fun after the walk!
T-shirts available for purchase with registration through September 21st, 2026 — don’t miss out!
Your participation and donations will help bring hope to those who need it most. Come walk with us and make a difference in our community!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
87°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Austin Great Hills, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Austin, TX
Population
967,862
as of 2023
City Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
AUS
Austin Bergstrom International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
55
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church
- Date
- September 26, 2026
Want more races like this?
Enter your email and we'll send more your way.
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
More Running races near Austin, TX
Run for PB& J 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · Half Marathon · From $30 · Brushy Creek Lake Park (Course Map will be emailed)
5 miles away
Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · Half Marathon · From $30 · Brushy Creek Lake Park (Course Map will be emailed)
5 miles away
9/11 Heroes Run - Austin, Texas
1 Mile · 5K · From $21 · LakeLine Park
5 miles away
Racing Minds Kids' Run Series (Fall 2026)
1 Mile · From $30 · 1510 Alexis Dr.
5 miles away
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Austin than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
Plan your trip to AustinFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the 2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church?+
When and where is the 2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church?+
How do I register for the 2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church?+
2026 Friends of the Poor Walk at St Thomas More Catholic Church
Sep 26, 2026