Summer Meltdown Half Marathon Fort Worth

🏞️ Location Confirmed: Marine Creek Lake

🔥 The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon: Embrace the Heat, Conquer the Challenge

Welcome to the ultimate test of endurance and spirit, The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Texas' stunning parks, this exhilarating race kicks off at 7am, offering a fresh start to your summer day. As the golden sun rises, casting a warm glow over the landscape, you'll embark on a journey through some of the most beautiful and serene natural settings Texas has to offer.

🏃‍♂️ The Race Experience

• Scenic Route: The race route winds through lush, shaded trails, alongside sparkling rivers, and across rolling hills.
• Challenge: Despite the early start, the notorious Texas heat will make its presence felt, adding intensity to your run.
• Aid Stations: The course is dotted with well-stocked aid stations, ensuring you stay hydrated and energized.
• Nature: You’ll be treated to the sights and sounds of nature in full summer bloom, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.

🎖️ Amazing Event Highlights

• Participant Experience: Join in all the festivities you have come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event.
• Awesome Medals: Finishers will receive cool Tee's, high energy staff support, and live awards.
• Post-Race Refreshments: Snacks and refreshments will be available at the race rally tent.
• DJ Entertainment: A DJ will be playing all the hits and announcing every runner.

👶 Youth Discounts

• Pricing: Youth-based pricing for the 5k & Quarter Marathon 12 & Under are only $15!
• Referral Bonus: Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.
• Group Discounts: Join as a group to receive special group discounts.

🏅 Race Distances Offered

• Kids Dash: This event is for our little Yeti's and is typically about a 20 yard dash.
• 1 Mile: Designed for all ages and experience levels, includes a tee shirt and race medal.
• 5K: This event is chip timed and features trophies for male and female finishers.
• 1/4 Marathon: Chip timed with awards for top finishers in each category.
• Half Marathon: A 13.1 mile chip timed challenge with awards for male and female finishers.

🏆 Awards for Age Groups

Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, Quarter Marathon, and Half Marathon include:

• 1st Overall: Trophy for male and female.
• Masters Category: Special recognition award lanyard pin for 1st place.
• Age Group Awards: 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pins for various age categories.

📅 Event Schedule

• 5:30-6:45am: Packet Pickup.
• 6:55am: Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line).
• 7:00am: National Anthem and Race Start!
• Awards: Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

👐 Volunteer Opportunities

Sign up to volunteer for exciting roles like Course Monitor, Finish Line Helper, or Bigfoot Mascot!

• Water Station: Ensure water is ready for participants and cheer them on.
• Course Monitors: Help with participant safety and cheer on runners.
• Finish Line Helper: Assist with general finish line tasks.
• Turtle / Sweeper: Encourage the last runner and signal for aid stations to pack up.

🌟 Join us!

Get ready to strap on your sneakers and join us for the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon at Marine Creek Lake, Fort Worth, TX on August 30, 2025!