Frequently asked questions
WHO DOES THE SUNSHINE RUN BENEFIT?
All proceeds from the 2024 H-E-B Austin Sunshine Run go directly to Austin Sunshine Camps, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free, overnight Summer camp in Zilker Park and Lake Travis to over 1,200 historically underinvested Austin youth every year. Learn more about Austin Sunshine Camps here, or make an extra donation!
When does the race start? What is the location of the start line?
The race will start promptly at 7:55am on Sunday, May 5th. The start and finish lines are both at Vic Mathias/ Auditorium Shores in Downtown Austin. Please make sure you arrive early so you have plenty of time to find parking and get warmed up. Keep in mind that several streets in downtown Austin will be blocked because of the race so you may need additional time. We recommend biking, walking or using public transportation, if at all possible!
What are the race options to choose from?
There is a timed 10K and 5K, Tomlinson’s Fastest Dog in Austin 5K, and Kids K, as well as a Virtual 5K and 10K.
WHEN AND WHERE IS the PACKET PICK UP?
Packet Pick Up will be held on two days prior to race day. Please plan to pick up your packet on Friday or Saturday to avoid long lines and possible delays on race day. We will not be responsible if you don’t get your packet on time on Sunday.
Friday, May 3, from 11:00am - 6:00pm.
Location: H-E-B Mueller, 1801 E 51st St, Austin, TX 78723
Saturday, May 4, from 9:00am - 2:00pm.
Location: Zilker Lodge, 2225 Andrew Zilker Rd, Austin, TX 78746
Sunday, May 5, from 6:30am to 7:30am.
Location: Vic Mathias/Auditorium Shores
DOES EVERYONE GET A T-SHIRT?
Every registration before May 1st will receive a t-shirt. Please note that we cannot guarantee t-shirt availability for registrations in the week leading up to the event.
Will there be an award for fastest runners?
There will be awards for the top male and female runners in each age category. There are no awards for those running virtual races, but you will be able to view the results online once the virtual run window has closed.
WHAT IS THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE?
Please register as early as possible, but no later than May 5th, 2024.
CAN I REGISTER MORE THAN ONE PERSON AT ONCE?
Yes! When you have filled in all necessary information for one registration, you will be prompted to either complete your transaction and go to payment, or to register another runner. This allows you to register everyone with one transaction.
CAN I GET A REFUND OR DEFER MY REGISTRATION?
Austin Sunshine Run registrations and entry fees are non-transferable, non-refundable, and cannot be deferred. All proceeds go directly to Austin Sunshine Camps.
IS MY ENTRY FEE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE SINCE YOU ARE A CHARITY?
The IRS does not permit us to count entry fees as donations. However, any donations made along with your registration or in addition to it through our fundraising portal are fully tax-deductible.
WHO PUTS THE SUNSHINE RUN ON?
The 2024 H-E-B Austin Sunshine Run is organized by the Young Men’s Business League, who founded the Austin Sunshine Camps in 1928, and run it to this day. Learn more about YMBL here.