+ What are the different waves / start times?

**NEW FOR 2023: Special Runners Wave 5:45-6:00 PM. If you intend to run for 2 miles, this is your wave. If you intend to walk the course, choose Wave 1, 2 or 3 to stroll at your pace.

WAVE 1 - STARTS AT 6:00pm. Be the first in Austin to experience the Trail of Lights! Families with strollers will love our 6pm start option. Get in your steps and then enjoy the Finish Line Festival and Expo. Wave 1 starting line will remain open until 6:30pm so get there early to experience all the fun.

WAVE 2 - STARTS AT 6:45pm. Encouraged for families and young kids. Finish Line Festival and Expo included with registration. Wave 2 starting line will remain open until 7:30pm.

WAVE 3 - STARTS AT 7:45pm. Make a night of it! Happy hour, then Fun Run... we don't judge! Or bring a date, cause we're open late! Finish Line Festival and Expo included with registrations. Wave 3 starting line will remain open until 9:00pm.

FINISH LINE Festival & EXPO: Is included in all Fun Run registrations. Additional guests, friends & family can purchase a Finish Line Festival only ticket and meet up with your Fun Runners when they're done! Finish Line Festival & Expo opens at 5:45pm and runs until 10:00pm.