Mardi Gras Madness - Austin

Mardi Gras Madness

Let the Good Times Run!

Race Information

• Date: 2026-02-07
• Location: East Metro Park, Manor, TX
• URL: Mardi Gras Madness Austin
• Host: Bigfoot Running Company

Event Highlights

• Mardi Gras Vibe: Laissez les bons temps rouler — let the good times roll with beads flying, music pumping, and every mile feeling like a Bourbon Street parade.
• Full Party Experience: Enjoy over-the-top medals, stylish tees, and a lively Race Rally Tent with a DJ spinning hits.
• Cheer and Celebrate: Runners will be celebrated, and awards are handed out live as you finish!
• Run in Costume: Join the fun by dressing up for our Mardi Gras Costume Contest.

What You Get

• Finisher Medal: Blinged-out finisher medal and festive race tee for ALL participants (all distances).
• Youth Pricing: 12 & under are only $15 in the 5K & 10K!
• Referral Bonus: Get a $20 refund when you refer 5 friends.
• Group Discounts: Bring your krewe — the bigger your squad, the bigger your discount!

Race Distances

• Kids Dash: ~50 meters, designed for ages 10 & under. Includes tee shirt and a special Bigfoot Kids Dash Medal.
• 1 Mile: Open to all ages & experience levels and not chip timed.
• 5K (3.11 miles): Chip timed with awards for 1st Overall and Masters.
• 10K (6.22 miles): Chip timed with similar awards as the 5K.

Awards

• Overall Awards: Bigfoot Trophy for 1st Overall Male & Female.
• Masters Awards: Recognition Pin for 1st Masters Male & Female (40+).
• Age Group Awards: Standard awards for various age divisions.
• Shirt Guarantee: Register 10 days before race day to guarantee your shirt size!

Mardi Gras Costume Contest

• Dress to Impress: Show off your Mardi Gras spirit with beads, feathers, and masks.
• Crowd Participation: The audience crowns the winner with their cheers.
• Grand Marshal: The winner gets a Bigfoot Prize Pack and the title of Grand Marshal.
• Be Bold: Go big with your costume to win!

Event Schedule

• Packet Pickup: 7:30–8:45 am on race day.
• Kids Dash: 8:55 am at the start line.
• National Anthem & Race Start: 9:00 am with a Mardi Gras twist.
• Awards Ceremony: Live during and after the race for immediate recognition.

Volunteer Options

• Volunteer then Run: Includes bib, shirt, & finisher medal for a limited group.
• Full Race Volunteer: Dedicated roles without running but earning a Bigfoot race shirt.
• Various Roles: Including water station, course monitor, finish line helper, and more.
• Arrival Time: Volunteers arrive 1.5 hrs before start time.

Race Policies & Course Info

• Weather Proof: Rain or shine, Mardi Gras doesn't stop — neither do we!
• Packet Pickup: Available 1.5 hrs before start: additional dates communicated by email.
• Course Conditions: Expect mixed surfaces including paved trails and some crushed granite.
• Join Us: Be part of the fun at Mardi Gras Madness!