Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Houston

🏞️ Location

Confirmed Brazos River Park

🏃‍♂️ Running Through the Decades – 1980s Edition

Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company
Half Marathon | Quarter Marathon | 5K | 1 Mile | Kids Dash

🎶 Let’s Get Physical — 80’s Style!

• Get ready: 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!
• Nostalgic run: This totally tubular event will take you on a nostalgic run through the raddest decade ever.
• Costume contest: Join us for a pre-race costume contest, 80’s music pumping all morning, and retro vibes everywhere.
• Show off: It’s time to show off your inner Madonna or Maverick before you hit the course!

🥇 Event Highlights

• Finisher Medals: Awesome medals for all participants.
• T-Shirts: Super soft tees (shirt guarantee 10 days before race day).
• Live DJ: Spinning all the 80’s hits.
• Bigfoot Trophies: Coveted trophies & recognition pins.

👗 Pre-Race Costume Contest

Before the starting gun, join us at 7:50 AM for the Best 80’s Costume Contest!

• Top looks: Winners will be chosen for the best overall look, best group, and most authentic 80’s outfit.
• Shine: It’s your time to shine under the disco ball before the real fun begins.

🏁 Race Day Distances

• Kids Dash: About 50 meters of fun for kids 10 & under: includes a shirt and Kids Dash medal.
• 1 Mile Fun Run: Perfect for all ages: untimed, fun, and includes a tee and finisher medal.
• 5K (3.11 miles): Chip-timed event with overall and age-group awards.
• Half Marathon (13.1 miles): Chip-timed course with Bigfoot trophies for top finishers.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

• Age Group Awards: 1st Overall Male/Female – Bigfoot Trophy.
• Masters Recognition: 1st Masters (40+) – Special recognition pin.
• Age Group Pins: Gold, Silver, and Bronze pins for various age groups.

📅 Event Schedule

• 6:30–7:45 AM: Packet Pickup.
• 7:50 AM: 80’s Costume Contest.
• 8:00 AM: National Anthem & Main Race Start.
• Post-Race: Live results & awards at the Registration Tent.

🎉 Extra Fun & Perks

• Youth Pricing: Ages 12 & under run for just $15!
• Referral Bonus: Refer 5 friends and get $20 back!
• Group Discounts: The bigger your group, the bigger your discount!

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

• Volunteer Then Run: Help with packet pickup and run the 5K: includes a bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.
• Full Race Volunteer: Non-running role with perks like race access and a choice of a FREE future race entry or $20 gift card.

🏞️ Course Info

• Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces (pavement, crushed granite, dirt paths).
• Public Space Notice: Be courteous of park users like dog walkers or families with strollers.
• Weather: Bigfoot races happen rain or shine!

⚡ Join the Legend

Don’t miss your chance to run, dance, and groove your way through the 1980s! Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing nostalgia, this race will have you smiling from start to finish.

So grab your friends, crank up the synths, and let’s get physical — Bigfoot style!

For more information, visit the event page.