Mardi Gras Madness - Fort Worth

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Cravens Park, Arlington TX

Sunday, February 15th, 2026

🎉 Mardi Gras Madness 🎉

Location Confirmed: Cravens Park

Let the Good Times Run! Laissez les bons temps rouler — let the good times roll… or better yet, let the good times run! The Mardi Gras Madness 5K / 10K is your chance to hit the streets Big Easy–style, with beads flying, music pumping, and every mile feeling like a Bourbon Street parade.

Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, this isn’t just another run — it’s a full-on Mardi Gras party with all the fixings:

Exciting Experience: Over-the-top medals, stylish tees, high-energy staff, and the legendary Bigfoot Trophy.
Celebration: Cheered and celebrated, you’ll be showered in Mardi Gras spirit from start to finish.
Post-Race Party: Enjoy music spun by our DJ at the Race Rally Tent, and dance into the awards ceremony.

🎽 What You Get

Finisher Medals: 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

Distance: ~50 meters, designed for ages 10 & under.
Inclusions: Includes tee shirt and a special Bigfoot Kids Dash Medal.
Timing: Non-timed, full of cheers and camera flashes as the crowd goes wild.
Photos: Professional photos to capture this first taste of Mardi Gras race magic.

🏃 1 Mile

Open to: All ages & experience levels.
Timing: Not chip timed — just a joyride through Mardi Gras madness.
Inclusions: Includes tee shirt & medal.

🏃‍♂️ 5K (3.11 miles)

Timing: Chip timed.
Awards: 1st Overall Male & Female – Bigfoot Trophy: 1st Masters (40+) Male & Female – Recognition Pin: Standard Age Group Awards (see below).

🏃‍♂️ 10K (6.22 miles)

Timing: Chip timed.
Awards: 1st Overall Male & Female – Bigfoot Trophy: 1st Masters (40+) Male & Female – Recognition Pin: Standard Age Group Awards (see below).

🏅 Age Group Awards (5K & 10K)

Overall Awards: 1st Overall M/F – Trophy fit for Mardi Gras royalty: 1st Masters 40+ M/F – Special Recognition Pin.
Age Groups: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Award Breakdown: Each Age Group: 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, 3rd Bronze Award Pin.

🧥 Shirt Guarantee

Register 10 days before race day to guarantee your shirt size! After that, it’s lagniappe (a little something extra) if shirts remain.

👗 Mardi Gras Costume Contest 👗

Think you’ve got the most Mardi Gras spirit? Prove it before the race begins!

Attire: Pull out all the stops — beads, feathers, sequins, masks, wigs — the wilder the better.
Contest: Contestants will show off their outfits at the start line, and the audience will crown the winner with their cheers.
Awards: The winner will receive a Bigfoot Prize Pack and the honor of being named the official Grand Marshal of Mardi Gras Madness.

🎶 On-Course Festivities

This race is a moving second line parade.

Aid Stations: More than just hydration stops — they’re mini Mardi Gras block parties.
Beads: Volunteers will toss out Mardi Gras beads so you can run draped in purple, green, and gold.
Shout Out: Shout out “Throw me somethin’, mister!” and keep your collection growing with every mile.

📅 Event Schedule

Packet Pickup: 7:30–8:45am.
Kids Dash: 8:55am (meet at the start line).
Race Start: 9:00am – National Anthem & Race Start (with a Mardi Gras twist).

🏆 Awards Ceremony

Awards are handed out live, right after you cross the finish line. You’ll be immediately recognized for your accomplishment — no long wait required.

Celebrate: Stick around, throw on your beads, and cheer for others as they finish.
Brunch: Head out for a well-earned brunch in true New Orleans fashion.
Recognition: Leave with your award in hand, your name announced, and your accomplishment celebrated!

🙌 Volunteer Options

👟 Volunteer then Run (5K only)

Includes: Bib, shirt, & finisher medal.
Time Commitment: Help for ~1.5 hrs before the race, run the 5K, then assist with awards.
Limit: Limited to the first 10 signups!

🏅 Full Race Volunteer (Non-Running Option)

Note: Full Race Volunteers will not be running in this race.
Incentives: Earn a Bigfoot race shirt, VIP access, and your choice of free entry to a future race, or $20 prepaid digital gift card.

👥 Volunteer Roles:

Water Station Krewe: Keep cups filled, beads flying, and energy high.
Course Monitor Parade Captain: Direct runners and keep them safe, jazz-band style.
Finish Line Helper: Help welcome finishers like kings and queens.
Bigfoot Mascot: The life of the party at the finish line — high fives, photos, and fun!