The Wiener Run 5K & 10K - Houston

🌭 The Wiener Run Overview

Location: Confirmed Oyster Creek Park

Grab your buns and get ready — it’s time to ketchup with your friends at The Wiener Run! Join us this May for a hilarious, high-energy, springtime celebration of running, picnics, and pups — complete with a free hot dog and beverage at the finish line! 🐶🌸

🎉 Event Highlights

• Awesome finisher medals: & super soft tees
• Live DJ: + name announcements at the finish line
• Bigfoot Trophy awards: for top finishers
• Dog rescue donations: + adoptable pups on-site!

🏃‍♀️ Race Distances

• Kids Dash: “The Tiny Wienie Run” (10 & Under) includes a race tee, finisher medal, and an exclusive “Tiny Wienie” pin. Not timed — just pure fun and laughter.
• 1 Mile: “The Little Wiener Run” perfect for all ages includes a race tee, finisher medal, and plenty of cheers. Not chip-timed.
• 5K (3.11 miles): “The Short Wiener Run” chip-timed with awards, music, and post-race celebration!
• 10K (6.22 miles): “The Long Wiener Run” - Double the distance, double the glory!

🏅 Awards Information

Age Group Awards:

• 1st Overall M/F: Bigfoot Trophy
• 1st Masters (40+): 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+
• Awards: Gold – 1st | Silver – 2nd | Bronze – 3rd

💰 Special Pricing & Perks

• Youth Pricing: 12 & under run the 5K or 10K for only $15!
• Referral Bonus: Get a $20 refund when 5 friends sign up using your referral link!
• Group Discounts: The more the merrier — automatic refunds as your group grows!

📅 Event Schedule

• 6:30–7:45 AM: Packet Pickup
• 7:55 AM: Kids Dash (meet at start line)
• 8:00 AM: National Anthem & Race Start

Hot dog & beverage service opens at the finish line! Results & awards available live at the registration tent.

🙌 Volunteer Opportunities

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

• 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: Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time.

⚠️ Important Notes

• Shirt guarantee: 10 days before race day.
• Rain or shine: it’s BBQ season either way!
• Packet Pickup: Opens 1.5 hours before race start.
• Course Surface: Expect a mix of pavement, crushed granite, and grass paths.

Questions? Email us at support@bigfootraces.com

Don’t Miss the Fun! Grab your friends, lace up, and join us for the first-ever Wiener Run — where fun, food, and furry friends collide! Whether you’re a tiny wienie, short wiener, or long runner, you’ll leave smiling and full of BBQ joy.

Register now and relish the run! Link to register