From the Organizer
The New Year’s Kids' Mile & Relays is a fundraising event that has something for everyone! Whether you’re a casual fun-runner, a parent supporting your future Olympian, or you just run for tacos, you’ll love this quintessentially Austin race at historic Pease Park.
Kids’ Mile Races
1-Mile: Elementary Grade-Level Heats
400M: Pre-K Run
25M: Toddler Trot
Relays
4x400 Relay: Elementary Grade-Level Heats
5K Relay: Teams of 3 run 1-mile each. For kids and adults.
8th Annual Memorial Mile Walk
Run for FUN and DPF FUNdraising!
Proceeds from the race benefit the David Phillips Foundation's Title-I after-school programs. Let's run, and LET'S PLAY, to kick off 2027!
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
62°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Austin-Camp Mabry, 3 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 New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
203
Days to train
- Race
- New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays
- Date
- January 9, 2027
- Location
- 1100 Kingsbury St, Austin, TX
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays?
- New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays is a running race held in Austin, Texas on January 9, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays?
- Saturday, January 9, 2027 in Austin, Texas at 1100 Kingsbury St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays
Jan 9, 2027