Score the lowest price of the season on Austin’s most festive fun run. 

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The holiday countdown can officially begin: Early Bird registration is open for the 2026 Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run, sponsored by Raising Cane’s. The festive run returns Saturday, December 5, with discounted tickets available for a limited time through Ticketbud.

Each year, the Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run invites participants of all ages to be the first to walk, jog, dash, or dance their way through the Zilker Park display of lights. New this year, a rolling start gives participants more flexibility to do the Fun Run their way by choosing any start time between 6 and 8 p.m.

Avid runners looking to set a fast pace may also register for the Runner’s Start to take off at the 6 p.m. countdown along with VIP registrants.

All racers are invited to refuel at the Finish Line Festival, with local food trucks, a health and fitness expo, activities from community partners, music, lights, and a space to celebrate with friends. Finish Line Festival tickets are also available separately for friends and family who want to skip the course and head straight for the celebration.

Early Bird tickets are discounted for a limited time and available now through Ticketbud at https://tol2026.ticketbud.com/fun-run. Registration options include youth and adult tickets for General Admission, Runner’s Start, VIP, discounted team registration, parking passes and Finish Line Festival admission.

Every Fun Run registration includes:

• A commemorative long-sleeve Fun Run T-shirt
• A race bib
• Access to the Finish Line Festival with a complimentary beer or hot cocoa
• Free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, courtesy of Raising Cane’s
• A visit to Santa’s Workshop, Letters to Santa and the H-E-B Read3 Train in the North Pole

The VIP experience, presented by Velocity Credit Union, includes a dedicated entry and access to an exclusive climate-controlled VIP Lounge, with a private bar, complimentary food, cocoa and cookies, and a bonus adult drink ticket.

“The Trail of Lights Fun Run is such a joyful Austin tradition, and we’re proud to make registration simple and flexible for everyone taking part,” said Kayhan Ahmadi, CEO of Ticketbud. “With more ticket options and the new rolling start, runners can shape the evening around their families, friends, and teams.”

More details on registration, VIP and group perks, parking, and packet pickup can be found at https://austintrailoflights.org/2026-fun-run.

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