📍 Location
Confirmed Northeastern State University
🎉 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!
- Nostalgic Run: Experience the raddest decade ever with a pre-race costume contest and 80’s music.
- Show Off: From headbands to mullets, channel your inner Madonna or Maverick!
- Join the Fun: Enjoy retro vibes and energy all around as you hit the course!
🥇 Festivities
- Finisher Medals: Awesome medals for all participants.
- Soft Tees: Super soft t-shirts guaranteed if you register 10 days before race day.
- Live DJ: Enjoy a live DJ spinning all the 80’s hits!
- Bigfoot Trophies: Coveted trophies and recognition pins await!
🕺 Pre-Race Costume Contest
Join us at 7:50 AM for the Best 80’s Costume Contest!
- Costume Highlights: Think big hair, bright colors, and shoulder pads!
- Winners: Categories include best overall look, best group, and most authentic 80’s outfit.
- Glam Time: 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 medal.
- 1 Mile Fun Run: Untimed, fun, and includes a tee and finisher medal.
- 5K: Chip-timed with overall and age-group awards, including recognition for Masters (40+).
- Half Marathon: Chip-timed course with Bigfoot trophies for top finishers and full age-group awards.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
- Overall Awards: 1st Overall Male/Female – Bigfoot Trophy.
- Masters Recognition: Special recognition pin for 1st Masters (40+).
- Age Group Awards: 10 & under through 70+ receive Gold, Silver, and Bronze pins.
📅 Event Schedule
Time / Activity
- 6:30–7:40 AM: Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race!
- 7:50 AM: 80’s Costume Contest.
- 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 can run the 5K or 10K for just $15!
- Referral Bonus: Refer 5 friends and get $20 back!
- Group Discounts: The bigger your group, the better the discount 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)
Volunteers will not participate in the race and receive:
- Bigfoot Race Shirt: Stylish and cool!
- VIP Race Access: Get a behind-the-scenes experience.
- Future Rewards: Choice of a FREE future race entry or a $20 Amazon digital gift card.
🛠️ Volunteer Roles & Ratings
- Water Station: Keep cups filled and cheer on runners! (Chill position with great interaction.)
- Course Monitors: Located at key safety points to direct runners. (Fun and exciting!)
- Finish Line Helper: Assist with medals, refreshments, and cheering finishers. (Easy and fun!)
- Turtle / Sweeper: Support the final participant. (Slightly physical but rewarding.)
🛤️ Course Info
- Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces including pavement, crushed granite, and dirt paths.
- Public Space Notice: Events may encounter park users like dog walkers or families.
- Safety: Aid stations will be available with water and support for hydration.
Bigfoot races happen rain or shine — so get ready to rock the run, rain-jacket or not!
⚡ 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 race page at Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Tulsa.