Sports & Tournaments

Welcome to the home of NFL players, State Champions, Pro Baseball Players, Olympic coaches, and sports enthusiasts. New Braunfels is happy to carry on great sports traditions; swim meets that date back to the 1960’s, volleyball tournaments going strong for over 30 years, golf events that range from small to over 1000 have been hosted here for 38 years, Softball and Baseball tournaments, and many more. Some unique events such as golden glove boxing, pool, nine pin bowling, and Skat (German card game) tournaments.

Sporting roots began in 1855 with the founding of the Turnverrein (athletic club) which combined exercise with socializing.  Sports were not limited to physical exercise but include the oldest continually operating shooting club in the United States – the New Braunfels Schuetzen Verein.  Even during war, when ammunition was scarce, the competitions continued with only two bullets per participant.   Needless to say, sports competitions of any kind run deep in our area; they are not limited to school participation and still hold a vital place in our culture.

  • Turkey Trot  

    Enjoy an exhilarating 5k run/walk through the Gruene Historic District. Race starts and ends in front of Gruene Hall, the oldest dance hall in Texas. Kids under 12 years old will have a blast chasing a Turkey Mascot for a ¼ mile through the town of Gruene!

    All proceeds to benefit local charities that support law enforcement efforts to benefit the children of our community, including, but not limited to, New Braunfels Police Department Blue Santa Program and Comal County Sheriff’s Office Green Santa Program.

    Learn more by visiting the event’s web site here.

  • 5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash sponsored by John Newcombe Ranch  

    5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash sponsored by John Newcombe Ranch

    John Newcombe Country Club 5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash | Athlete Guild

  • Sweaty Yeti 5K Trail Run  

    Sweaty Yeti 5K Trail Run

    Year 4 of the Sweaty Yeti. The first of its kind trail run in New Braunfels. This event is driven by our love for the outdoors, hiking, running and TRAILS! Race proceeds will benefit the Comal Trails Alliance and our mission to advocate for more trails in Comal County. Let's get outside!

    Sweaty Yeti 5K Trail Run | Athlete Guild

  • Dos Rios 5K Splash and Dash  

    Dos Rios 5K Splash and Dash

    Enjoy 2 beautiful rivers and 3 parks along our great route for the 11th annual Dos Rios Splash and Dash 5K will benefit the New Braunfels Parks Foundation. Two options on the 5K. You can just run the roads or for an additional challenge you can run the roads and tube through the chute. Awards are given for each category of race. You will run from Cypress Bend Park to Prince Solms Park and then back to Cypress Bend Park. For the chute challenge, when you get to Prince Solms Park you will grab a tube and float the river through the tube chute. You will then continue the rest of your run. (Yes, you will be running with wet shoes unless you take them off prior to the chute.) Tubes are provided by the city for the Chute Challenge. You do not need to provide your own.

    Dos Rios 5K Splash and Dash | Athlete Guild

  • Stars and Stripes Half Marathon and 5K/10K  

    Stars and Stripes Half Marathon and 5K/10K

    The Stars and Stripes Half Marathon is a beautiful scenic course along country roads making it one of the fastest and flattest races you will find! Join your local Texas runners competing in the Half Marathon, 10K or 5k. All courses will start and finish at the Stars and Stripes Drive-In!

    All the courses are measured, and every participant will receive a tech t-shirt and a race specific finisher's medal. And, as always, you will experience the outstanding volunteers and course support you have come to expect from the Texas Running Community.

    We invite everyone to sign up - from beginners to elites - to come out and set a record on this sizzling summer day! There will be an award for the top overall male and female as well as awards for master's and Age Group awards.

    Whether you are a novice or an experienced runner, come out and join the summer fun! From one of the best courses you will find, to the amazing volunteers, swag, and, of course, the post-race celebration in beautiful New Braunfels, Texas, you are guaranteed a great event! Can’t wait to see you there!

    Stars and Stripes Half Marathon and 5K/10K | Athlete Guild

  • Gruene 10K/5K  

    Gruene 10K/5K

    What better place to run a 10K or 5K than in beautiful Gruene? The race starts in front of Gruene Hall and runs through the beautiful neighborhoods surrounding this historic community.

    Post-race music with food and beer for all participants.

    Gruene 10K/5K | Athlete Guild

  • Sixth Annual Semper Fi-Ve K  

    Sixth Annual Semper Fi-Ve K

    Proceeds are for the NBHS MC JROTC Booster Club, a non-profit organization whose sole mission is to support the NBHS cadets and student activities within the New Braunfels community

    Sixth Annual Semper Fi-Ve K | Athlete Guild

  • Wurst 5 Mile Run  

    Wurst 5 Mile Run

    Annual Wurst 5 Mile sponsored by the New Braunfels Running Club. Come run through the beautiful neighborhoods of New Braunfels and then enjoy beer, sausage and polka music after the race. Stay in New Braunfels and enjoy the annual Wurstfest. It's a party you won't want to miss.

    Wurst 5 Mile Run | Athlete Guild

  • New Braunfels Half Marathon, 10K-5K  

    New Braunfels Half Marathon, 10K-5K

    A new year for us all and a new opportunity to run the amazing New Braunfels Half Marathon. o Take Advantage of Early Bird Pricing for the Half!! The sooner you register the better price you get. Register now and save. These discounts are limited and will go fast.

    Take advantage of race insurance. If for some reason you can’t run. Let us know a month from the race and we will refund 100% percent of the cost minus the processing fees. After a month if for some reason you can not participate let us know no later than 2 weeks from the race and we will postpone your registration to the following years event.

    The New Braunfels Half is a beautifully scenic course along country roads making it one of the fastest and flattest races you will find! Join your local Texas runners competing in the Half Marathon, 10K or 5K. All courses will start and finish at the STARS AND STRIPES DRIVE-IN!

    All of the courses are certified, and every participant will receive cool swag including a tech t-shirt and a finisher's medal. For those taking part in the half marathon, you will also receive a finisher's long sleeve shirt. And, as always, you will experience the outstanding volunteers and course support you’ve come to expect from the Texas Running Community. After your run, join us for a post-race celebration including great food and drinks (including beer for those over 21)!

    We invite everyone to sign up - from beginners to elites - to come out and set a record on this annual event! There will be cash prizes for the top overall male and female finishers in the Half marathon and gift certificates for the other event as well as awards for Master's and Age Group awards. We will also have team competitions - prizes for the biggest team as well as the fastest team (5 people limit for fastest competition).

    Whether this is your first race, your weekend gig, or a training race for upcoming marathons, join the party! From one of the best courses you will find, to the amazing volunteers, swag, and, of course, the post-race celebration in beautiful New Braunfels, Texas, you are guaranteed a great event! Can't wait to see you there!

    New Braunfels Half Marathon, 10K-5K | Athlete Guild

  • Two Rivers Half Marathon and Ryan Bielke 5K  

    Two Rivers Half Marathon and Ryan Bielke 5K

    Half Marathon hosted by Two Rivers Running. Benefiting Chosen Care

    Two Rivers Half Marathon and Ryan Bielke 5K | Athlete Guild

  • Bike MS: Valero Ride to the River 2022  

    Bike MS: Valero Ride to the River 2022

    Join a community of cyclists dedicated to changing the world for people with MS as we ride from Alamo City to New Braunfels, home of the Comal County Fair. Multiple route options all include a ride down beautiful River Road in Gruene and themed rest stops along the way. Feel the extraordinary support and excitement throughout your journey as we come together to reach our goal—a world free of MS.

     Bike MS: Valero Ride to the River 2022 (donordrive.com)

  • 2019 Comal Cops for Kids Gruene Turkey Trot  

    2019 Comal Cops for Kids Gruene Turkey Trot

    Enjoy an exhilarating 5k run/walk through the Gruene Historic District hosted by Comal Cops for Kids Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Race starts and ends in front of Gruene Hall, the oldest dance hall in Texas. Kids under 12 years old will have a blast chasing a Turkey Mascot for a ¼ mile through the town of Gruene!

    Proceeds benefiting local charities that support law enforcement efforts to benefit the children of our community, such as Green Santa and Blue Santa.

    2019 Comal Cops for Kids Gruene Turkey Trot | Athlete Guild

  • Das Dreizehn.Eins (13.1)  

    Das Dreizehn.Eins (13.1)

    Come run the inaugural half marathon through the city of New Braunfels. Experience New Braunfels in a way you never had. The race will start and finish in the beautiful Prince Solms Park. The course is designed to hit the highlights of New Braunfels to include the Historic Downtown Square, the Faust Street Bridge, and Historic Gruene. Stay for a cool after party with music, food, and drinks.

    Das Dreizehn.Eins (13.1) | Athlete Guild

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