Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Fort Worth

Race Overview

Location: Confirmed Marine Creek Lake

🕺: Running Through the Decades – 1980s Edition
Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company
Half Marathon | Quarter Marathon | 5K | 1 Mile | Kids Dash

Event Highlights

🎶: Let’s Get Physical — 80’s Style!
Get ready to lace up your neon high-tops, tease up that hair, and break out your best 80’s threads for Running Through the Decades – The 1980s Edition!
This totally tubular event will take you on a nostalgic run through the raddest decade ever — complete with:

• Costume Contest: A pre-race highlight where you can showcase your best 80's outfit.
• 80's Music: Groovy tunes to keep you motivated throughout the race.
• Retro Vibes: Experience the fun of the 80s with themed decorations and activities.
• Fun Attire: Bring your headbands, leg warmers, and all those funky fashion staples!

Event Features

Join in all the festivities you’ve come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event:

• Finisher Medals: Awesome medals for all participants.
• Soft Tees: Super soft tees (shirt guarantee 10 days before race day).
• Live DJ: Enjoy music from a live DJ spinning all the 80’s hits.
• Bigfoot Trophies: Coveted Bigfoot Trophies & recognition pins.

Pre-Race Costume Contest

🪩: Before the starting gun, join us at 7:50 AM for the Best 80’s Costume Contest!
We’re talking big hair, bright colors, shoulder pads, and all the glam. Winners will be chosen for:

• Best Overall Look: The standout outfit that catches the eye.
• Best Group: Showcase your themed group outfits.
• Most Authentic 80’s Outfit: The closest to 80's fashion.
• Shining Moment: Experience a fun moment under the disco ball!

Race Day Distances

• Kids Dash: Our little Yeti’s big moment! About 50 meters of pure fun for kids 10 & under. Includes a shirt, Kids Dash medal, and memories for a lifetime.
• 1 Mile Fun Run: Perfect for all ages. Untimed, fun, and full of 80’s spirit. Includes tee and finisher medal.
• 5K (3.11 miles): Chip-timed event with overall and age-group awards, including special recognition for Masters (40+).
• Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles): Chip-timed race with overall Bigfoot trophies, Masters pins, and age-group awards.
• Half Marathon (13.1 miles): Chip-timed course with Bigfoot trophies for top finishers, Masters recognition, and full age-group awards.

All finishers receive a race medal and shirt — no matter the distance!

Awards & Recognition

🕹:️ Standard Age Group Awards include:

• 1st Overall Male/Female: Bigfoot Trophy.
• 1st Masters (40+): Special recognition pin.
• Age Group Awards: 10 & under through 70+ receive Gold, Silver, and Bronze pins.

Event Schedule

Time / Activity

• 6:30–7:45 AM / Packet Pickup
• 7:50 AM / 80’s Costume Contest
• 7:55 AM / Kids Dash
• 8:00 AM / National Anthem & Main Race Start (Half, Quarter, 5K, and 1 Mile)
• Post-Race: Live results & awards available at the Registration Tent immediately after you finish!

Extra Fun & Perks

• Youth Pricing: Ages 12 & under run the 5K or 10K for just $15!
• Referral Bonus: Refer 5 friends and get $20 back!
• Group Discounts: The bigger your group, the bigger your discount — perfect for themed 80’s crews!

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Then Run (5K Distance Only): Be part of the action and run the 5K! Includes a chip-timed bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.

Volunteer Then Run Schedule:

• Arrive 1.5 hrs early to help with packet pickup.
• Run the 5K.
• Help hand out awards post-race.
• Limited to first 5 sign-ups only.

Full Race Volunteer (Non-Running Role)

Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time. Volunteers will receive:

• 🎽: Bigfoot race shirt.
• 🎟: VIP race access.
• 🎁: Choice of a FREE future race entry or $20 Amazon digital gift card.

All volunteers check in at the Registration Tent 1.5 hours before start time.

Volunteer Roles & Ratings

• Water Station: Keep cups filled and cheer on runners! Rating: Chill position with great interaction.
• Course Monitors: Direct runners and cheer them on! Rating: Fun, exciting — right in the action.
• Finish Line Helper: Assist with medals and cheering finishers. Rating: Easy and fun — at the heart of the celebration.
• Turtle / Sweeper: Support the final participant and alert volunteers when the last runner passes. Rating: Slightly physical — rewarding and great exercise.
• Packet Pickup / Results: Distribute bibs, shirts, and help celebrate finishers. Rating: Busy before start, fun and relaxed after.
• Floater: Assist wherever needed — medals, snacks, crowd support, etc. Rating: Super easy and fun.
• Lead Bike: Guide the first runners on the correct course. Rating: Active and enjoyable.
• Bigfoot Mascot: Wear the Bigfoot suit, cheer, and take photos! Rating: The coolest and most fun position.

Course Info

Courses are held on paved trails and park paths, with some mixed surfaces possible (crushed granite or dirt). Aid stations will be available with:

• Hydration: Maintain hydration and safety during your run.
• Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces (pavement, crushed granite, dirt paths).
• Public Space Notice: Events take place in public parks, be courteous and aware of other park users.

Bigfoot races happen rain or shine — so get ready to rock the run, rain-jacket or not!

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