At RunSignup, we believe in continuous improvement. That means 2,000+ software releases each year bringing new features and upgraded technology options. While that’s great for events, we know it can be a challenge to keep up with every new release! To help, we’re picking just the biggest updates each month and sharing them here. Can’t read everything? Just read the April 2026 Top Highlights!
April 2026 Top 5 Highlights
1. RunSignup Q1 2026 Update
From record low-churn to AI-powered development gains, the Q1 2026 Update breaks down where RunSignup stands heading into what’s shaping up to be a big Q2.
2. RunSignup Will Double Development Productivity in 2026 with AI
RunSignup is on track to double its development output — from 2,000 to 4,000 releases per year — by leaning into AI, and here’s exactly how the team is making it happen.
3. Set It and Forget It: A Race Director’s Guide to Automated Email Tools
From confirmation emails to race week reminders, learn how RunSignup’s automated email tools can save you time and keep participants engaged without lifting a finger.
4. Know Who’s Back: RaceDay CheckIn Displays Loyalty
RunSignup’s free RaceDay CheckIn App now displays participants loyalty at the point of check-in, giving volunteers and staff a simple way to recognize and celebrate mutli-year regulars on race day.
5. Built to Scale: How Houston Running Company Streamlined 100+ Events with RunSignup
See how Houston Running Company grew from a single Earth Day 10K to a powerhouse event production company managing 100+ events — all with RunSignup as their backbone.
Bonus: For the Ultra and Trail Community
April was a big month for ultra and trail content on RunSignup. Dive into the data behind the sport’s growth, then watch our on-demand webinar to learn how to put the right technology to work for your event.
2025 Ultramarathon Statistics: Demographics, Growth, and Registration Trends
More Learnings
Have time for more? Continue learning with these blogs:
Partners and Timers on RunSignup: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve ever wondered how Partners and Timers differ on RunSignup — and why it matters — this blog breaks down what each role does, how they interact with race directors, and when you need one versus the other.
Sponsor Access 101: The Tools, The Tradeoffs, and What Works
From sponsor invite links to direct uploads, learn the different ways to get your sponsors visible on your event page and which approach actually works best for your workflow.
NEW: Announcer Mode in
RaceDay Mobile App
RunSignup’s free RaceDay Mobile app now includes Announcer Mode, delivering a live stream of real-time participant data directly to an announcer’s device so they can confidently recognize and engage every finisher as they cross the line.
4 Ways to Grow Your Race: A Complete Marketing Guide for Race Directors
From SEO and email campaigns to referral rewards and loyalty programs, this comprehensive guide walks race directors through the free RunSignup marketing tools that drive registrations and keep participants coming back year after year.
RunSignup AI Assistant for Race Directors and Website V2
RunSignup’s built-in AI Assistant makes it easier than ever to write, edit, and refresh race descriptions and website content — all without leaving your dashboard.
Membership Heatmap Add
RunSignup’s popular Heatmap is now available for membership organizations, giving you a quick visual of where your members are located along with downloadable zip code-level reporting for targeted marketing.