π Mardi Gras Madness π
Location Confirmed: Cravens Park
Let the Good Times Run! Laissez les bons temps rouler β let the good times rollβ¦ or better yet, let the good times run! The Mardi Gras Madness 5K / 10K is your chance to hit the streets Big Easyβstyle, with beads flying, music pumping, and every mile feeling like a Bourbon Street parade.
Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, this isnβt just another run β itβs 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, youβll 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.
π½ 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 β the bigger your squad, the bigger your discount!
πββοΈ Race Distances
πΆ 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.
π 1 Mile
- Open to: All ages & experience levels.
- Timing: Not chip timed β just a joyride through Mardi Gras madness.
- Inclusions: Includes tee shirt & medal.
πββοΈ 5K (3.11 miles)
- Timing: Chip timed.
- Awards: 1st Overall Male & Female β Bigfoot Trophy: 1st Masters (40+) Male & Female β Recognition Pin: Standard Age Group Awards (see below).
πββοΈ 10K (6.22 miles)
- Timing: Chip timed.
- Awards: 1st Overall Male & Female β Bigfoot Trophy: 1st Masters (40+) Male & Female β Recognition Pin: Standard Age Group Awards (see below).
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Age Group Awards (5K & 10K)
- Overall Awards: 1st Overall M/F β Trophy fit for Mardi Gras royalty: 1st Masters 40+ M/F β 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.
π§₯ Shirt Guarantee
Register 10 days before race day to guarantee your shirt size! After that, itβs lagniappe (a little something extra) if shirts remain.
π Mardi Gras Costume Contest π
Think youβve got the most Mardi Gras spirit? Prove it before the race begins!
- Attire: Pull out all the stops β beads, feathers, sequins, masks, wigs β 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.
πΆ On-Course Festivities
This race is a moving second line parade.
- Aid Stations: More than just hydration stops β theyβre 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 βThrow me somethinβ, mister!β and keep your collection growing with every mile.
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Event Schedule
- Packet Pickup: 7:30β8:45am.
- Kids Dash: 8:55am (meet at the start line).
- Race Start: 9:00am β National Anthem & Race Start (with a Mardi Gras twist).
π Awards Ceremony
Awards are handed out live, right after you cross the finish line. Youβll be immediately recognized for your accomplishment β 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!
π Volunteer Options
π 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!
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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.
π₯ 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 β high fives, photos, and fun!
π¦οΈ Race Policies & Course Info
Rain or shine, hot or cold β Mardi Gras doesnβt stop for weather, and neither do we!