Race Information
Location: Lake Pflugerville Park
Date: 2026-08-15
URL: Summer Meltdown Half Marathon
Welcome to the Race
☀️ Welcome to the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon — where summer heat meets an unforgettable race experience!
- Start Time: 7 AM
- Course: Scenic course through beautiful parks and trails
- Entertainment: DJ playing all the hits and announcing runners
- Aid Stations: Positioned along the course for water and assistance
Post-Race Celebration
Join Bigfoot Running Company for a race experience packed with everything you love — awesome medals, cool tees, live awards, high-energy staff, and the legendary Bigfoot medal! Celebrate your finish with snacks, refreshments, music, and a post-race rally full of fun.
- Post-Race Food: Snacks and refreshments available
- Entertainment: Music during the celebrations
- Awards: Announced for all winners
- Bigfoot Medal: Celebrate your accomplishments!
Race Distances Offered
- Kids Dash: 20 yard dash designed for kids 10 and under — not timed
- 1 Mile: Designed for all ages — includes tee shirt and race medal
- 5K: Chip timed 3.11 miles with awards for male and female finishers
- Half Marathon: Chip timed 13.1 miles with special awards for top finishers
Awards
Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon:
- Overall Awards: Trophy for 1st overall M/F
- Masters Awards: Special recognition award pin for 1st place M/F Masters age 40+
- Age Group Awards: Pins for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age category
- Participation: Medals for all finishers
Event Schedule
- 5:30-6:40 AM: Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race starts!
- 6:55 AM: Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line)
- 7:00 AM: National Anthem and Race Start!
- Results: Available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer and earn a custom chip-timed bib, super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal!
Positions include:
- Water Station: Fill cups and cheer on runners
- Course Monitors: Ensure safety and provide support at crossings
- Finish Line Helper: Assist with finish line tasks
- Packet Pickup: Engage with participants and award winners
Important Notes
- Rain or Shine: Bigfoot races proceed in all weather conditions.
- Packet Pickup: Always offered for 1.5 hours before the event start time.
- Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces including paved trails and dirt paths.
- Group Discounts: Available for larger groups — the more, the merrier!